1. No Government Fee for License under Section 8

• Section 8 companies are exempt from paying the government fee for obtaining the license.
  
• The Form INC-12, which is filed to apply for the license, has zero government charges.
  
• This fee exemption is granted under the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014.
  
• The exemption reflects the charitable and non-profit nature of the entity.
  
• However, professional service charges (if using a consultant) are not exempt.
  

2. Name Reservation Fee (SPICe+ Part A)

• A fee of ₹1,000 is payable for reserving the name using SPICe+ Part A form on the MCA portal.
  
• This fee is non-refundable even if the name application is rejected.
  
• If the name reservation is skipped and directly included in SPICe+ Part B, this fee may be avoided.
  
• Additional fees may apply for resubmission or modifications.
  
• It is a one-time fee per name application.
  

3. Stamp Duty on MOA and AOA

• Stamp duty varies by state and is applicable on the MOA and AOA at the time of incorporation.
  
• Many states offer full or partial exemption of stamp duty for Section 8 companies.
  
• States like Maharashtra, Delhi, and Tamil Nadu typically charge reduced stamp duty.
  
• The actual amount depends on the company’s registered office location.
  
• Stamp duty is auto-calculated and displayed on the MCA portal during filing.
  

4. Filing Fee for SPICe+ Form

• There is no filing fee for SPICe+ forms (Part B, eMOA, eAOA, AGILE-PRO, INC-9) when submitted by a Section 8 company.
  
• This waiver is specifically applicable to non-profit organizations under Section 8.
  
• The government promotes the incorporation of such entities by eliminating filing costs.
  
• PAN and TAN applications included in SPICe+ are also free of charge.
  
• Filing is done entirely online through the MCA portal.
  

5. Professional Fees (If Applicable)

• While government fees are minimal or nil, professional charges may be incurred.
  
• Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, or Advocates may charge for drafting, filing, and advisory services.
  
• These fees vary depending on experience, scope of work, and location.
  
• Optional services such as GST registration, 12AA/80G filing, or FCRA registration may add to the cost.
  
• Professional fees are not regulated by the government and should be mutually agreed upon.