A Section 8 Company, also known as a Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013 (earlier under the Companies Act, 1956), is a type of non-profit organization in India. These companies are established for promoting charitable objectives such as education, art, science, sports, research, social welfare, religion, charity, or the protection of the environment. The primary purpose of a Section 8 Company is to promote a cause rather than make profits. Here are the key features and steps for Section 8 Company registration: