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Trust Registration

A Trust provides a formal, legally recognised structure for charitable, religious or educational work, and for managing family wealth for the benefit of chosen beneficiaries.

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TRUST OVERVIEW

What is a Trust?

A Trust is an arrangement in which a settlor transfers property to one or more trustees, who hold and manage it for the benefit of specified beneficiaries or a defined charitable purpose. The rights, duties and objectives of the trust are defined through a trust deed executed by the settlor and trustees.

Key Features

Public or Private Trust

Can be structured as a public charitable, religious or private trust.

Trustee Management

Managed by trustees on behalf of beneficiaries as defined in the trust deed.

Trust Deed Based

Rights, duties and objects are governed by the registered trust deed.

Tax Benefits

Public charitable trusts can apply for 12A and 80G tax exemption status.

Legal Framework

Governed by Indian Trusts Act, 1882 or applicable state trust laws.

Deed Registration

Trust deed registration is required for immovable property trusts.

Advantages

Legal Recognition

Recognised legal structure for running NGOs, schools and religious institutions.

Tax Benefits

Public charitable trusts can apply for 12A and 80G tax exemption benefits.

Wealth Planning

Provides a structured framework for private family wealth and estate planning.

Trustee Accountability

Clear accountability through trustees acting under a defined trust deed.

Legal Trust Structure

Creates a recognised legal framework for managing trust activities effectively.

Documents Required

Trust deed, stamped as per applicable state stamp duty rates

PAN and Aadhaar of the settlor and trustees

Proof of the trust's registered office address

Passport-size photographs of trustees

Details of the trust's objects and proposed beneficiaries

Registration Process

01
Draft the trust deed. The deed defines the trust's objects, trustees, beneficiaries and rules for administration.
02
Register the deed with the Sub-Registrar. The trust deed is executed and registered at the local Sub-Registrar office.
03
Apply for the trust's PAN. A PAN is obtained in the name of the trust for banking and tax purposes.

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