# NGO Darpan Registration

> NGO Darpan is NITI Aayog's portal for voluntary organisations. Registering gives the NGO a unique ID that government departments require for grants and schemes, and that many applications — including income tax and FCRA forms — ask for. Registration is free and needs the NGO's registration certificate, PAN, and the PAN and Aadhaar of key office bearers.

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Darpan details must match the registration certificate and PAN exactly; mismatches are the main reason applications get stuck.

We register the NGO, keep the profile updated, and link the ID across other registrations.

## Key facts

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Portal | NGO Darpan (NITI Aayog) |
| Fee | Free |
| Needed for | Government grants; referenced in other applications |
| Documents | Registration certificate, PAN, office bearers' KYC |

## Who needs this

- Trusts, societies and Section 8 companies
- NGOs seeking government grants
- NGOs applying for 12AB, 80G or FCRA

## What's included

- Registration
- Profile updates
- Linkage with other registrations

## Documents

- Registration certificate
- NGO PAN
- Office bearers' PAN and Aadhaar

## Process

1. **Register** — Account created and verified.
2. **Submit** — Details and documents uploaded.
3. **Receive** — Unique ID issued.

## FAQs

### Is NGO Darpan registration mandatory?

It is mandatory for NGOs seeking grants from government ministries and departments, and practically expected by many funders.

### How long does it take?

Usually a few days once the details are verified.

### Does a Section 8 company need NGO Darpan?

Yes, if it seeks government grants or wants a unique ID for other applications.

## Official sources

- NGO Darpan — NITI Aayog: https://ngodarpan.gov.in/

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