06 July 2024
Registering a Cooperative Society in Delhi involves several steps and procedures. Here’s a general outline of the process:
### Steps to Register a Cooperative Society in Delhi:
1. **Formation of Promoters**: - Minimum 10 individuals (members) are required to form a cooperative society. They must agree on the objectives, rules, and regulations of the society.
2. **Choose the Type of Cooperative Society**: - Decide whether you want to register as a Cooperative Housing Society (CHS), Cooperative Consumer Society, or any other type based on the intended activities.
3. **Drafting the Bye-Laws**: - Prepare the bye-laws of the society. Bye-laws should include details about the name of the society, its objectives, membership criteria, rights and duties of members, management structure, financial management, etc.
4. **Application for Registration**: - Prepare and submit the application for registration along with the necessary documents to the Registrar of Cooperative Societies (RCS) in Delhi.
5. **Documents Required**: - Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Rules and Regulations (Bye-laws) of the society. - List of members with their addresses, occupations, and signatures. - Address proof of the registered office of the society. - Identity proof of all members (Aadhar card, PAN card, etc.). - Affidavit stating non-conviction of any member in any offense involving moral turpitude.
6. **Submission to RCS**: - Submit the application along with the required documents to the RCS office in Delhi.
7. **Verification and Inspection**: - The RCS office may conduct verification and inspection of the documents and premises as part of the registration process.
8. **Approval and Registration**: - If all documents are in order and the RCS is satisfied with the compliance of rules, the society will be registered, and a certificate of registration will be issued.
9. **Post-Registration Requirements**: - Once registered, the society must maintain proper accounts, hold regular meetings, and comply with statutory requirements such as filing annual returns.
### Additional Tips:
- **Legal Guidance**: It is advisable to seek legal guidance or assistance from a chartered accountant or lawyer specializing in cooperative society registrations to ensure compliance with all regulations.
- **Fees**: Be prepared to pay registration fees and other charges as applicable.
- **Updates and Amendments**: Any changes to the bye-laws or management structure of the society must be notified and approved by the RCS.
For specific details and forms required for registration, it's best to visit the official website of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies in Delhi or consult directly with their office for the most accurate and updated information.
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