Compliance8 min read
GST for NGOs in India: When Do You Actually Have to Pay?
Having 12A registration does not make your NGO GST free. Learn when GST applies, what counts as a charitable activity, and when you must register.
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Daan Utsav runs 2-8 October 2026. Here is a simple week-by-week plan any small NGO can follow, with campaign ideas and a day-by-day schedule.
Fundraising9 min read
Compliance8 min read
Having 12A registration does not make your NGO GST free. Learn when GST applies, what counts as a charitable activity, and when you must register.
NGO Management9 min read
A simple guide to NGO payroll in India. When PF and ESI apply, how much to deduct, TDS on salary, gratuity rules and the new labour code changes.
NGO Management8 min read
How to find, screen, onboard and keep volunteers at your NGO. A simple guide to hour tracking, certificates, safety rules and what actually works.
Finance8 min read
What is a corpus donation, how is it different from a normal donation, and what happens if you spend it? A simple guide for Indian NGOs with examples.
Compliance9 min read
Your 12A and 80G do not last forever. You must apply to renew six months before the expiry date. Here is how it works, in simple words.
Finance8 min read
Indian NGOs must spend 85% of income every year or pay tax on the shortfall. Here is what counts as spending, what does not, and how to fix a gap.
Compliance8 min read
Every NGO deadline from September 2026 to March 2027 in one place — audit report, ITR-7, FCRA, TDS and MCA filings, with penalties explained.
Compliance9 min read
Confused between Form 10B and Form 10BB? Here is the simple 3-question test to know which audit report your NGO must file before 30 September 2026.
Finance8 min read
Learn everything about NGO accounting in India—from fund accounting and financial statements to 80G, Form 10BD/10BE, FCRA, CSR grants, audits, and accounting best practices for trusts, societies, and
Impact Stories8 min read
Complete guide to donating goods to NGOs in India. Learn what items are needed, how pickup works, tax benefits, and find verified NGOs near you.
Fundraising4 min read
Learn how NGOs can receive CSR funds through India's Social Stock Exchange (SSE) using Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) bonds. Understand eligibility, the new 2026 rules, and how the funding process
CSR4 min read
Learn how NGOs and Section 8 companies can list on India's Social Stock Exchange (SSE). Understand eligibility, required documents, ZCZP bonds, fundraising opportunities, and the complete step-by-step
Compliance6 min read
ITR-7 deadline is June 30. Here's a week-by-week action plan for NGOs to file on time, avoid penalties, and get their documents in order.
NGO Management6 min read
Understand the real difference between NGO and RNPO in simple language. Learn registration types, tax benefits, funding opportunities, and which structure is best for your social initiative.
CSR8 min read
Learn how NGOs can prepare a clear fund utilization report for donors, CSR partners, audits, and internal transparency. Includes format, sample table, checklist, and common mistakes.
NGO Management6 min read
Tally is useful for accounting, but NGOs need more than accounts. Learn the difference between Tally and NGO management software, and when your NGO should use both.
NGO Management3 min read
Still using Excel for your NGO? Learn when it’s time to upgrade to NGO management software and how it helps improve donor tracking, compliance, and growth.
Compliance5 min read
A simple, practical guide explaining the difference between old and new income tax rules for NGOs in India, including registration, compliance, and key changes in 2026.
Finance4 min read
Understand what a Chartered Accountant checks during an NGO audit in India. A practical checklist to help NGOs stay compliant and audit-ready.
Fundraising4 min read
Learn how NGOs in India can build a ₹1 crore annual donation pipeline with a structured system for fundraising, donor retention, and scaling impact.
CSR4 min read
Facing CSR-1 rejection? Learn the 7 most common reasons NGOs get rejected in India and how to fix them step by step.
CSR3 min read
Explore the best CSR management software in India to track CSR funds, manage NGO partnerships, ensure compliance, and measure impact effectively.
NGO Management3 min read
Learn how NGOs can build a strong donor retention system to turn one-time donors into long-term supporters with simple, practical strategies.
Fundraising4 min read
Learn how to apply for FCRA registration in India, eligibility, documents required, step-by-step process, and common mistakes NGOs must avoid.
Fundraising5 min read
Struggling to get CSR funding? Learn how NGOs can approach companies with real email templates, proposal tips, and proven strategies.
Compliance4 min read
Missed NGO compliance in India? Learn the real risks, penalties, and step-by-step recovery plan to protect your NGO and funding.
Fundraising4 min read
Struggling to get CSR funding as a small NGO? Learn practical strategies to compete with big NGOs and win CSR projects in India.
Impact Stories3 min read
The story of how a 324-member WhatsApp group of NGOs and donors inspired NGO Connect — India's verified, open network for needs, offers, and partnerships.
Compliance4 min read
Understand the latest 80G receipt format changes introduced in 2022. Learn about Form 10BD, Form 10BE, and how NGOs can stay compliant.
Fundraising4 min read
Raising your first ₹10 lakhs of CSR funding is the toughest milestone for any Indian NGO. This step-by-step guide covers compliance, proposals, outreach, and real strategies that actually work.
Compliance3 min read
Learn how to apply for 80G and 12A registration for NGOs in India. Step-by-step process, documents required, and common mistakes to avoid.
NGO Management3 min read
Looking for the best free NGO management software in India? Here are the top 10 tools to manage donations, compliance, and operations efficiently.
Compliance3 min read
Learn everything about the NGO Darpan Portal in India — registration process, benefits, documents required, and why it’s essential for NGOs and NPOs.
CSR3 min read
India’s social sector is evolving. Discover why NGOs are increasingly rebranding as NPOs and how this shift reflects a move toward professionalism, compliance, and scalable impact.
Compliance3 min read
Learn the due dates for Form 10BD and Form 10BE in 2026. Complete guide for NGOs to stay compliant and help donors claim 80G tax benefits.
NGO Management3 min read
Learn how to start an NGO in India with this step-by-step guide. Understand Trust, Society, Section 8 registration, 12A, 80G, and compliance requirements.
Compliance4 min read
A complete, simple guide to NGO income tax compliance in India. Learn about ITR-7, Form 10BD, 10BE, audit reports, and deadlines for 2026.
Fundraising3 min read
Learn why NGOs lose donors after their first donation and discover practical strategies to improve donor retention and build long-term relationships.
NGO Management3 min read
Discover why NGOs face chaos during financial year-end with documents and receipts, and how using the right software can simplify compliance and save time.
NGO Management3 min read
Discover why companies prefer NGOs using SevaStack for CSR funding. Learn how compliance, transparency, and automation build trust with corporate donors.
Fundraising3 min read
Discover why donors stop giving to NGOs and learn proven strategies to improve donor retention, build trust, and increase repeat donations in 2026.
Fundraising4 min read
Before donating to an NGO in India, learn how to verify its legitimacy using government portals, legal registrations, and financial transparency checks to ensure your money creates real impact.
CSR4 min read
Discover why many NGOs fail to secure CSR funding in India and what companies actually evaluate before partnering with nonprofits.
Compliance4 min read
Most Indian NGOs struggle to distribute Form 10BE certificates to donors after filing Form 10BD. Here's how the process actually works and how to automate it.
NGO Management4 min read
Learn how to start an NGO in India. Compare Trust, Society, and Section 8 Company with pros, cons, compliance, and funding advantages in 2026.
Finance3 min read
Learn how to save tax under Section 80G in India. Understand 50% vs 100% deductions and how ₹1,000 donation can cost you less.
Fundraising3 min read
Discover how Indian NGOs are tripling their donation revenue using digital fundraising tools — from UPI giving pages to automated donor journeys and data-driven campaigns.
NGO Management3 min read
Discover how NGOs in India can streamline operations, automate 80G receipts, manage donors, and improve compliance using modern NGO software in 2026.
Sevastack keeps your NGO's compliance calendar and reminds you by email and WhatsApp before each return is due. Donors, 80G receipts and accounts sit in the same place.