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A Professional Website for Your NGO at ₹999 + GST

A small NGO does not need a large technology budget to start building a professional online presence. However, it does need a clear way to explain its work, share its activities and help people contact the organization.

If your NGO currently depends on WhatsApp messages, Facebook posts or personal contacts to communicate with supporters, a website can give you one central place to share important information.

Seva by SoftMaji offers a professional NGO website package for ₹999 + 18% GST, with website development, hosting, SSL security, one payment gateway integration and three months of technical support. The total package price is ₹1,178.82, including GST. Domain registration is separate, and the NGO purchases and controls its own domain.

The initiative by SoftMaji InfoTech Private Limited aims to make essential digital services more accessible to eligible NGOs and social organizations.

Let’s look at what an NGO website should do, what this package includes and what your organization should understand before applying.

Why Does an NGO Need a Professional Website?

An NGO works to address a social need. This may involve educating children, supporting rural communities, improving access to healthcare, protecting the environment or helping women develop new skills.

People who discover your organization may have several questions:

What does your NGO do?
Which communities or groups does it support?
Where does it work?
What activities has it carried out?
How can someone contact the organization?
How can a person volunteer or support its work?

A professional website gives you a place to answer these questions clearly.

For example, an NGO working in rural education could use its website to explain its educational activities, publish genuine photographs from its programs, share its location and provide official contact details.

A healthcare-focused organization could explain its community health activities, publish program updates and help interested people contact its team.

The website does not replace the actual work of the organization. Instead, it helps communicate that work to people who may not know about it yet.

What Should a Good NGO Website Include?

A useful NGO website should make the organization’s purpose clear without forcing visitors to search through multiple social media posts.

The exact pages depend on the NGO’s requirements and the agreed website scope. The following are common content areas an organization should consider preparing.

1. About the NGO

Explain the organization’s mission, objectives, background and the communities it serves.

Use accurate information about your registration, leadership and activities. Avoid claims that cannot be supported by genuine records.

2. Programs and Activities

Describe the work your NGO actually carries out.

For example, an organization focused on education might explain its learning programs, community activities or support for students. An environmental organization might describe its conservation activities or local awareness programs.

Use genuine photographs and clear descriptions wherever possible.

3. Impact and Updates

Share verified information about completed activities, ongoing projects and measurable results where reliable records are available.

If you publish figures about beneficiaries, funds or project outcomes, make sure the organization can explain how those figures were collected.

4. Contact Information

Provide an official email address, phone number and relevant location details so visitors can reach the organization.

Keep this information updated. An enquiry that goes unanswered can leave a potential volunteer or supporter uncertain about how to proceed.

5. Donation or Support Information

If your NGO is eligible and has the necessary payment arrangements, a website may help visitors understand how they can contribute.

Explain the purpose of fundraising clearly and provide accurate information about the receiving organization. Never publish misleading donation requests or imply that a contribution qualifies for a tax benefit unless the applicable requirements are satisfied.

Not every NGO needs every feature immediately. Start with the information that is most important to your organization and its visitors.

Why Is a Website Useful Alongside WhatsApp and Social Media?

WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram can be useful channels for sharing updates and reaching existing supporters. However, an NGO may find it difficult to keep all its important information organized across different platforms.

A website gives the organization a central online address that it can share in messages, emails, social media profiles and printed materials.

It also gives the NGO more direct control over how its mission, activities, contact information and official updates are presented.

For example, when someone asks for details about your NGO, you can share one website link instead of sending several separate messages, photographs and documents.

A website can also help people discover information through search engines. However, publishing a website does not guarantee higher Google rankings, more visitors, increased donations or funding. Those outcomes depend on several factors, including content quality, outreach, public trust and the organization’s actual work.

How Much Does NGO Website Development Cost in India?

The cost depends on the website’s scope, design, functionality, hosting arrangements and ongoing maintenance requirements.

A basic informational website and a large nonprofit platform with donor management, advanced reporting, custom software and multiple integrations are different projects. Their costs should not be compared as if they offer the same services.

For eligible NGOs, Seva by SoftMaji offers the following package.

NGO Website Package: ₹999 + GST

Package detail	Included
Website development	Yes
Website hosting	Included for the initial 12-month period
SSL security	Included
One payment gateway integration	Included
Technical support	Three months after launch
Domain registration	Purchased and paid for separately by the NGO
Total package price	₹1,178.82, including 18% GST

The base package price is ₹999. GST at 18% is ₹179.82, making the total ₹1,178.82.

Applications are subject to eligibility review and approval. The website is developed according to the approved project requirements.

The package is intended for eligible NGOs that need an affordable way to establish a professional online presence. Organizations requiring extensive custom software, advanced portals or major redesigns should discuss their requirements separately before proceeding.

What Is Included in the ₹999 + GST Package?

Complete Website Development

SoftMaji develops the NGO website according to the approved project requirements and the organization’s supplied information.

Before applying, prepare your NGO’s name, mission, activities, contact information and other relevant content. The agreed scope should be clear before development begins.

The package should not be interpreted as including unlimited pages, unlimited revisions or every possible custom feature.

Website Hosting

Hosting is the service that makes your website available on the internet.

Hosting is included for the initial 12-month period under this package. After the first 12 months, continued hosting is available through the optional annual renewal.

This means the NGO should understand the renewal arrangement before applying, rather than assuming hosting will remain free indefinitely.

SSL Security

SSL helps establish an encrypted HTTPS connection between a visitor’s browser and the website.

Visitors can check whether the website uses HTTPS by looking at the browser’s address bar. HTTPS is an important part of protecting information exchanged with a website, although it does not by itself guarantee that an organization or every piece of website content is trustworthy.

SSL security is included in the package.

One Payment Gateway Integration

A payment gateway can allow a website to connect with an online payment provider.

For an eligible NGO, this may be useful when the organization wants to accept contributions online. The package includes integration of one payment gateway.

However, integration is not the same as payment provider approval. The NGO must meet the provider’s requirements, complete the applicable verification or KYC process and obtain approval where required.

Payment gateway transaction charges, verification-related requirements and other third-party fees are separate. The NGO should confirm its eligibility and the provider’s terms directly.

If the NGO is not yet approved to accept online donations, it should not advertise the payment facility as operational until the provider has approved and the integration has been tested.

Three Months of Technical Support

The package includes three months of technical support after the website goes live.

This support covers minor technical issues, basic troubleshooting and reasonable technical guidance within the agreed scope.

It should not be confused with unlimited development, major redesigns, a custom mobile application or unlimited changes to the website.

Ask for clarification about any substantial new requirement before work begins.

Why Should Your NGO Own Its Domain Name?

A domain name is the address people use to visit your website, such as yourngo.org.

Domain ownership matters because your organization should retain control over the address it uses to communicate with supporters and the public.

With Seva by SoftMaji, the NGO purchases and manages its domain directly using its own details and account. Domain registration and renewal costs are not included in the ₹999 + GST package.

This arrangement helps keep the domain under the organization’s control rather than making it dependent on a developer’s personal account.

When purchasing a domain, use an official organizational email address where possible, keep account recovery details current and ensure authorized representatives can access the registrar account.

If your NGO already owns a domain, discuss how it will be connected to the new website before development begins.

What Happens After the First 12 Months?

The initial package covers the first 12-month period. After that, continuing the website service is optional.

The published annual renewal price is ₹1,499 + 18% GST per year, or ₹1,768.82 including GST.

The renewal includes:

Website hosting for the renewal period.
SSL security.
Minor website changes within a reasonable support scope.
Twelve months of technical support.

Domain registration and domain renewal remain separate expenses paid directly by the NGO to its domain registrar.

Review the current terms and renewal price before applying, as commercial terms can change. Additional work outside the agreed scope may also involve separate charges, which should be communicated before the work starts.

What Is Not Included in the Package?

Knowing what is excluded is just as important as understanding what is included.

The ₹999 + GST package does not automatically include:

Domain registration or domain renewal.
Payment gateway transaction charges or provider fees.
Premium plugins, premium themes or paid stock photographs.
Advertising budgets or paid SEO campaigns.
A custom mobile application.
CRM systems or advanced custom software.
Professional photography.
Major redesigns or substantial work outside the approved scope.

If your NGO needs an additional service, discuss the requirement and cost before authorizing the work.

This helps your organization plan its budget without assuming that every future expense is covered by the initial package.

How Can Your NGO Prepare for Website Development?

Preparing the basic information in advance can make the process clearer and help reduce avoidable delays.

Before applying, organize the following items:

Official NGO name: Use the name that matches your organization’s records.
Registration details: Keep relevant registration information available for verification.
Organization profile: Write a short explanation of your mission, objectives and main activities.
Logo and photographs: Prepare your logo and genuine photographs that your organization has permission to publish.
Program information: Describe your current activities and completed projects accurately.
Contact details: Provide an official email address, phone number and relevant address.
Domain preference: Decide whether you already have a domain or need to purchase one.
Payment requirements: If you want online donations, investigate payment provider eligibility and required documentation.
Content review: Check names, dates, figures and contact information before approving the website.
Project scope: List any special features you need and ask whether they are included in the package.

Do not send sensitive credentials through ordinary messages. Follow the agreed secure process when sharing information required for technical setup.

Who Can Apply for the Seva by SoftMaji Program?

The current program focuses on eligible nonprofit and social organizations, including:

Registered NGOs.
Registered societies and trusts.
Section 8 companies.

Applications are reviewed and verified before approval. Eligibility is not automatic, and each organization should provide accurate information about its legal status and activities.

If you are unsure whether your organization qualifies, contact the Seva team before proceeding.

How Does the Process Work?

The process is designed to give organizations a clear path from application to launch.

Step 1: Apply. Submit the NGO’s basic information through the official application page.

Step 2: Verification. The organization and its submitted details are reviewed.

Step 3: Approval. Once approved, the package and project scope are confirmed.

Step 4: Development. The NGO purchases its domain directly, and the website is developed and configured according to the agreed requirements.

Step 5: Launch. After the website is completed, reviewed and connected to the domain, it can go live.

Before proceeding, read the applicable terms and make sure you understand the package, payment, domain ownership, renewal and support arrangements.

Common Misconceptions About Affordable NGO Websites

An affordable website must be unprofessional

Not necessarily. A website’s usefulness depends on its design, content, usability and suitability for the organization’s needs, not only on its price.

An affordable package can be a practical starting point for an NGO that needs a clear informational website. More complex requirements may need a larger budget.

A website automatically increases donations

No. A website can explain a fundraising purpose and provide a route for eligible organizations to accept online contributions, but it cannot guarantee donations.

Results depend on factors such as the NGO’s work, credibility, communication, outreach and the payment arrangements available to it.

SSL means the organization is verified

No. SSL helps secure the connection to a website. It does not prove that the organization is registered, that its claims are true or that its donation requests are legitimate.

Visitors should still evaluate the organization and its information carefully.

Payment gateway integration means donations can start immediately

Not always. The NGO may need to complete verification, receive provider approval and meet other requirements before payments can be accepted. Provider charges may also apply.

Hosting and domain ownership are the same thing

They are different. The domain is the website’s address, while hosting is the service that stores and serves its website files. In this package, hosting is included for the initial 12-month period, but the NGO purchases and owns its domain separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does a website for an NGO cost through Seva by SoftMaji?

The package costs ₹999 plus 18% GST. The total is ₹1,178.82, including GST, for the initial 12-month package.

2. What is included in the ₹999 NGO website package?

The package includes website development, hosting for the initial 12-month period, SSL security, one payment gateway integration and three months of technical support after launch.

3. Can my NGO own its domain independently?

Yes. The NGO purchases and manages its domain directly using its own details and account. Domain registration and renewal charges are separate.

4. Is website hosting included?

Yes. Hosting is included for the initial 12-month period. After that, continued service is optional and available through the published annual renewal arrangement.

5. Can our NGO accept donations through the website?

The package includes integration of one payment gateway. However, the NGO must satisfy the payment provider’s requirements and obtain any necessary approval. Transaction charges and other provider fees are separate.

6. What happens after the three months of technical support?

The package includes three months of technical support after launch. The optional annual renewal includes twelve months of technical support for the renewal period. Confirm the applicable scope and terms before purchasing additional services.

7. Are there additional charges?

Domain registration and renewal, payment gateway charges, premium third-party services and work outside the approved project scope are not automatically included. The published optional renewal price is ₹1,499 + 18% GST per year after the initial 12 months.

8. Is every NGO automatically eligible?

No. Applications are reviewed and verified before approval. Registered NGOs, registered societies or trusts, and Section 8 companies are among the organization types identified by the program. Final acceptance is subject to eligibility review and applicable terms.

Give Your NGO a Professional Online Presence

A website can help your NGO communicate its mission, explain its programs and give visitors a central place to find reliable information about the organization.

You do not necessarily need to begin with a complex platform. A clear, well-organized website can be a practical first step, provided its features match your actual needs and its ongoing costs are understood.

Through Seva by SoftMaji, SoftMaji InfoTech Private Limited offers eligible NGOs a website package at ₹999 + 18% GST, with development, hosting, SSL security, one payment gateway integration and three months of technical support.

The total initial package price is ₹1,178.82, including GST. Your NGO purchases and owns its domain separately, and the optional annual renewal and other exclusions should be reviewed before applying.

If your organization needs an affordable professional website, explore the program and ask the Seva team any questions about eligibility, scope, payment gateway requirements or ongoing costs.

Apply for the NGO website package: https://seva.softmaji.in/apply.php

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Seva by SoftMaji is currently focused on eligible NGOs and social organizations. Applications are subject to verification and approval.