February 22, 2025

How to Get Tax Benefits While Donating in India 💰📜

Did you know that your charitable donations can help you save on taxes? Under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, donations to eligible organizations can provide significant tax deductions. But how do you claim these benefits, and what should you know before donating? In this blog, we break down the tax advantages of giving, the documentation you need, and how donating to FRST Foundation can make a real impact while offering you financial relief.

Short answer: eligible donations to an approved charitable institution may qualify for a deduction under Section 80G, but the amount you can claim depends on the institution’s approval category, any qualifying limit, your tax regime and your own circumstances.

Official source: the Income Tax Department’s Section 80G guidance for AY 2026–27 explains the 100% and 50% categories, with and without qualifying limits, and states that cash donations above ₹2,000 are not eligible for deduction.

What donors should check before claiming 80G

Registration: confirm that the recipient organisation holds a valid 80G approval for the relevant period.
Payment method: use a traceable digital or banking method. The Income Tax Department states that cash donations above ₹2,000 are not eligible.
Documents: keep the donation receipt, the organisation’s legal details and Form 10BE or other documents applicable to your return.
Your eligibility: the available deduction can depend on the tax regime selected, the donation category, qualifying limits and the taxpayer’s facts.

FRST Foundation’s current 80G position

FRST Foundation is a Section 8 not-for-profit company. Its current 80G Unique Registration Number is AAGCF0589C25MB01, valid for assessment years 2025–26 to 2029–30. You can review the certificate on our Transparency & Reports page.

Eligible Indian donations to FRST Foundation may qualify for an 80G deduction under applicable law. We do not promise that every donor receives a 100% deduction: the claim depends on the approval category and the donor’s own tax position.

How to donate and keep the right record

Donate through FRST Foundation’s secure online donation page using your correct name, PAN and contact details.
Keep the receipt and any 80G documentation issued for the donation.
Enter the donation in the appropriate Section 80G schedule when filing your return, or ask a qualified tax adviser to review your eligibility.

This article is general information, not personal tax advice. Tax rules and return requirements can change. Last reviewed: 29 July 2026.

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