🧩 1. Introduction
Trusts play a vital role in supporting social, religious, and charitable causes. In Maharashtra, trust registration is governed under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950. Whether you’re launching a new NGO, religious institution, or charitable foundation—proper registration ensures legal recognition, transparency, and tax exemptions.
💡 Fun Fact: Maharashtra was one of the first states in India to enact separate laws for public trust governance.
📑 2. Types of Trusts Registered in Maharashtra
You can register the following trust types:
- Public Charitable Trusts – For education, healthcare, environment, etc.
- Religious Trusts – For temples, mosques, churches, etc.
- Private Trusts – Managing family property/assets (under Indian Trusts Act, 1882)
- Charitable cum Religious Trusts – Dual-purpose trusts.
📌 Registered with the Charity Commissioner Office under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950
👥 3. Who Needs These Services?
These services are ideal for:
- NGOs, social entrepreneurs, and volunteers
- Religious institutions & spiritual groups
- Philanthropic families or HUFs
- Educational and healthcare institutions seeking credibility & tax exemption
🤝 4. Why Choose a Trust Registration Consultant?
While the process might seem simple, the documentation, legal drafting, and compliance filing can be complex.
Benefits of professional service:
- Precise Trust Deed Drafting (as per BPT Act)
- Liaising with Charity Commissioner’s office
- 80G/12A application for tax exemption
- Avoid legal errors & rejections
📋 5. Registration Process (Maharashtra Specific)
Here’s how trust registration works in Maharashtra:
- Choose Name & Trustees
- Draft Trust Deed – Includes objects, beneficiaries, trustee powers
- Affix Stamp Duty – ₹500 (Maharashtra-specific)
- Notarize and Sign Trust Deed
- Submit Application to Charity Commissioner (Form Schedule II)
- Appear for Hearing (optional but often required)
- Obtain Trust Registration Certificate (with Trust Number)
✅ Latest Update (2024): Charity Commissioner Offices now mandate online form pre-filing at https://charity.maharashtra.gov.in before physical submission.
🗂️ 6. Required Documents
Here’s the updated document checklist:
- Trust Deed (2 copies, signed by all trustees)
- Affidavit & Consent Letter of Trustees
- ID & Address Proof of Trustees (Aadhar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Passport-sized photographs
- Property Documents / NOC
- Covering Letter
- Schedule II Form (Application Form)
- ₹500 stamp duty receipt
💸 7. Cost Involved
| Cost Head | Amount |
| Stamp Duty (fixed) | ₹500 |
| Notarization & Affidavits | ₹300–₹500 |
| Consultant/Professional Fee | ₹3,000–₹7,000 |
| 12A & 80G Filing (Optional) | ₹2,000–₹5,000 |
| Estimated Total | ₹5,000–₹12,000 |
⏱️ 8. Time Taken
| Stage | Duration |
| Trust Deed Drafting | 2–3 Days |
| Notarization & Documentation | 1 Day |
| Charity Commissioner Filing | 7–15 Days (varies) |
| Certificate Issuance | 1–2 Months |
⚠️ 9. Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting unsigned or outdated formats
- Failing to affix proper Maharashtra stamp duty
- Not attending hearing (if summoned)
- Trust name already in use
- Missing online pre-registration at charity portal
📞 10. Call-to-Action (CTA)
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❓ 11. FAQs
Q1. Is Trust Registration mandatory in Maharashtra?
Yes. Under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, registration with the Charity Commissioner is compulsory.
Q2. Can I apply for 80G & 12A after trust registration?
Yes. These are optional but recommended for tax benefits.
Q3. Do I need physical office space?
Yes, with proper address proof or NOC.
Q4. Can family members be trustees?
Yes, but at least one trustee should be non-family (for public trusts).
Q5. Is there any online trust registration system in Maharashtra?
Yes, via the official site: https://charity.maharashtra.gov.in
