📖 1. Introduction
Registering a society in Maharashtra is essential for managing residential housing societies, NGOs, or community groups. Governed by the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960, this legal process ensures that your society operates transparently, democratically, and in compliance with state laws.
🎯 Whether it’s a residential welfare association or a charitable society—proper registration opens doors to tax benefits, legal recognition, and better governance.
🏷️ 2. Types of Licenses Offered
Maharashtra offers registration for:
- Housing Societies (Co-operative Housing Society)
- Educational Societies (running schools or colleges)
- Charitable Societies (NGOs, cultural clubs)
- Professional Societies (medical, legal, engineering groups)
- Mutual Benefit Societies
📌 Registered under: Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960
👨👩👧👦 3. Who Needs These Services?
You’ll need society registration if you are:
- A group of flat owners forming a housing society
- An NGO or social group working for a cause
- Running a private school, college, or trust with a public benefit
- Any unregistered group needing legal identity
🤝 4. Why Choose a License Registration Service Provider?
Many applications get delayed or rejected due to missing documents or wrong formats. A professional service helps:
- Draft Memorandum of Association & Rules
- Handle communication with the District Registrar
- Ensure the bylaws match Maharashtra state norms
- File for PAN, TAN, and bank account support post-registration
📝 5. Registration Process (Maharashtra)
Step-by-step society registration process:
- ✅ Minimum 10 members required (above 18 years)
- 🧾 Name Approval from Registrar’s Office
- 🏛️ Drafting the Memorandum of Association (MOA) & Bylaws
- 📑 Submission of application form & documents
- 🖊️ Affidavits & bond signing by all members
- 🗃️ Inspection by Registrar’s Office
- 🪪 Issuance of Society Registration Certificate
💡 Latest Update (2024): Maharashtra now accepts e-filing of society registration through https://mahasahakar.maharashtra.gov.in
📂 6. Required Documents
- Application Form (in prescribed format)
- MOA & Rules/Bylaws (3 copies)
- PAN/Aadhar of all members
- Passport-size photographs
- Address Proof of Registered Office
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from premises owner
- Society name approval letter
- Affidavit from President/Secretary
💰 7. Cost Involved
| Service | Estimated Cost |
| Government Fees | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 |
| Notarization & Affidavit Charges | ₹500 – ₹1,000 |
| Professional Charges | ₹4,000 – ₹7,000 |
| Total | ₹6,000 – ₹11,000 |
⏳ 8. Time Taken
| Stage | Timeframe |
| Document Preparation | 2–4 Days |
| Government Processing | 30–60 Days |
| Certificate Issuance | Within 2 Months |
🚫 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting fewer than 10 members
- Choosing a name already in use or violating emblems
- Incomplete MOA or unapproved bylaws
- Affidavits not signed on proper stamp paper
- Failing to file Form A or bond documents correctly
📲 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)
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❓ 11. FAQs
Q1. Is society registration mandatory in Maharashtra?
Yes, especially for housing and charitable societies needing legal recognition.
Q2. What is the minimum number of members required?
At least 10 adult members.
Q3. Is society registration online or offline?
Currently, Maharashtra supports online pre-filing, but physical document submission is still required.
Q4. Is a society eligible for 12A & 80G exemptions?
Yes, but only after successful registration and a separate application.
Q5. How long is the certificate valid?
Society registration is permanent unless canceled due to violations.
