Baru Sahib is the name of the place, the mission and the family of institutions that grew from it. Two separate legal entities carry out that work: The Kalgidhar Society and The Kalgidhar Trust. They are distinct legal bodies with their own registrations and responsibilities.
Baru Sahib: a short history
Baru Sahib, in Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, traces its history to 1956, when Sant Teja Singh Ji and Baba Iqbal Singh Ji began the work that grew into today’s schools, universities and welfare programmes. 1956 is the start of Baru Sahib’s history; it is not the registration year of either legal entity. The Kalgidhar Trust was registered in 1982 and The Kalgidhar Society in 1983.
The two legal entities
The Kalgidhar Society
Registered society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Reg. No. 3111/83, dated 25 March 1983).
The Kalgidhar Trust
Registered trust under the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 (Reg. No. 189, dated 22 October 1982).
Side-by-side comparison
| Detail | The Kalgidhar Society | The Kalgidhar Trust |
|---|---|---|
| Legal name | The Kalgidhar Society | The Kalgidhar Trust |
| Registered under | Societies Registration Act, 1860 | Indian Trusts Act, 1882 |
| Registration number | 3111/83 | 189 |
| Registration date | 25 March 1983 | 22 October 1982 |
| Responsibilities | Education, HealthCare, Women Empowerment, Environment, Disaster Relief, Community Welfare | Education, HealthCare, Women Empowerment, Environment, Disaster Relief, Community Welfare |
Which entity operates each institution
| Institution / programme | Operating legal entity |
|---|---|
| Akal Academies | 76 Akal Academies comes under The Kalgidhar Trust and 54 comes under The Kalgidhar Society |
| Eternal University | The Kalgidhar Trust |
| Akal University | The Kalgidhar Society |
| Akal Charitable Hospital | The Kalgidhar Society |
| De-addiction centres (list each) | Baru Sahib – The Kalgidhar Society
Cheema Sahib – The Kalgidhar Trust |
Registrations and compliance
| Registration / grading | The Kalgidhar Society | The Kalgidhar Trust |
|---|---|---|
| 80G, Income Tax Act (50% tax exemption) | AAATT1306LF20133 | AAATT1307MF20114 |
| 12A, Income Tax Act | AAATT1306LE19830 | AAATT1307ME19936 |
| FCRA (Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010) | 182520021 | 182520011 |
| CSR-1 (National CSR Portal) | CSR00004523 | CSR00004526 |
| NITI Aayog NGO Darpan ID | HP/2017/0150784 | HP/2017/0159655 |
| CareEdge grading | 2A: High Delivery Capability, High Organisational Capability | 2A: High Delivery Capability, High Organisational Capability |
| GuideStar India | Verified NPO – Reg no. 4956 | Verified NPO – Reg no. 13266 |
| Credibility Alliance | – | Certificate to Accrediation under Desirable Norms (Reg. No. CA/15/2025) |
| BSE Social Stock Exchange | Registered (first non-profit from Himachal Pradesh and Punjab) | – |
Donations
All online donations made through barusahib.org are received by The Kalgidhar Trust. Your donation receipt is issued in the name of The Kalgidhar Trust and shows its 80G registration number (AAATT1307MF20114), so eligible donations qualify for a 50% tax deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act.
Your donation supports the work of Baru Sahib, including education, healthcare and community welfare. For a donation by cheque, bank transfer or CSR partnership, please contact us and we will confirm the receiving entity before you give.
Frequently asked questions
Is Baru Sahib one organisation or two?
Baru Sahib is the shared name and mission. The work is carried out by two separate legal entities, The Kalgidhar Society (registered 1983) and The Kalgidhar Trust (registered 1982), each with its own registration and responsibilities.
Are The Kalgidhar Society and The Kalgidhar Trust the same body?
No. They are distinct legal entities with separate registrations, 80G, 12A and CSR-1 numbers. See the tables above.
Which entity receives my online donation?
The Kalgidhar Trust receives all online donations made through barusahib.org.
Which entity will my receipt name?
Receipts for online donations are issued by The Kalgidhar Trust and show its 80G registration number.
Can I claim a tax deduction?
Both entities hold 80G registration, so eligible donations qualify for a 50% deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. Online donations are received by The Kalgidhar Trust, and your receipt shows its 80G number.
Can foreign donors contribute?
Yes Foreign donors can contribute a to The Kalgidhar Trust or The Kalgidhar Society as both are having valied FCRA registration.
Last updated: 30th Oct 2026