NITI Aayog registration is mandatory for NGOs, trusts, and societies that want to receive grants or funding from the Government of India. NITI Aayog maintains a centralized database of all voluntary organizations working in different social sectors such as education, health, environment, and rural development.

The registration ensures transparency, accountability, and proper monitoring of NGOs. It helps the government evaluate the credibility and performance of organizations and ensures that funds are used for genuine social welfare activities.

Advantages:

• Mandatory for government grants
• Improves transparency
• Enhances NGO credibility
• Enables government recognition