SRIVANI Trust Donation at Tirumala – Procedure, Tax Exemption & PAN Guidelines

Learn how to donate to SRIVANI Trust Donation Trust via TTD, qualify for tax deduction under Section 80G, claim via PAN and get donor passbook privileges.

Brief Summary 

• What is SRIVANI Trust and its objective
• How to make a donation (online / offline)
• Minimum donation and tax-exemption eligibility under Section 80G
• PAN, certificate, acknowledgement & donor benefits
• Key tips & FAQs for donors

Donating to a trust that preserves culture and spiritual heritage is both meaningful and rewarding. If you are looking at contributing to the SRIVANI Trust under the TTD umbrella, and want to understand how the donation process works — including tax benefits via Section 80G, PAN requirements, and donor privileges — this guide covers it all.

1. What is the SRIVANI Trust?

The SRIVANI Trust — properly the “Sri Venkateswara Aalayala Nirmanam Trust” — is constituted by TTD to support the construction, renovation and maintenance of temples (especially those in remote, backward or tribal areas), provision of amenities for rituals/festivals, and preservation of architectural heritage. 
It is designed to ensure that even under-served regions get access to temple infrastructure, and help preserve cultural traditions.

2. Why donate — benefits beyond emotion

• Spiritual and cultural benefit: Your donation supports the upkeep of temples, the performance of rituals and festivals, and the preservation of heritage.
• Donor privileges: According to TTD’s donor-privilege page, donors under certain schemes receive benefits such as early darshan, sup-rabhātam, annual prasadam packets, etc.
• Tax deduction: Importantly, donations to eligible schemes of TTD (including trusts like SRIVANI) are eligible for deduction under Section 80G of the Income-Tax Act.

3. Donation Procedure – Online vs Offline

Online donation:

• Visit TTD’s official website and navigate to the Donations portal. Select SRIVANI Trust.
• Fill in donor details, select the donation amount, specify payment mode, submit.
• For online donations, you may receive an automatic 80G certificate/deduction certificate as per vendor information.

Offline donation:

• Make a cheque or demand draft on a scheduled bank, in favour of:
  “The Executive Officer, Sri Venkateswara Aalayala Nirmanam Trust, TTD, Tirupati”
• Send to: Centralised Donor Management Cell, Dy. Executive Officer (Donor Cell), Adiseshu Guest House, Beside Additional E.O. Camp Office, TTD, Tirumala, Tirupati Dist., Andhra Pradesh – 517504.
• On receipt, the donor is issued an acknowledgement / passbook for donor privileges.

4. Tax Exemption under Section 80G – Key Points

• Donations of ₹1,000 or above (in many cases) are eligible for a certificate and deduction under Section 80G.
• The deduction available generally covers 50% of the donation amount (subject to conditions).
• The donor must keep the certificate / receipt issued by the trust for income tax filing.
• The trust (SRIVANI) must have the valid registration under 80G and the scheme must mention that donors are eligible. (TTD says “Income Tax benefit as applicable for the said scheme is available.”)
• PAN details: While not always explicitly mentioned in all sources, for a smooth tax claim you should provide your PAN and ensure your name matches the PAN. Some donation portals/receipts will have a field for PAN.
• For those donating from abroad (NRIs), check with chartered accountant whether Indian income tax deduction is applicable (since tax-benefit is only for Indian income).

5. Minimum Amount & Privileges

• While any amount may be accepted for donation, amounts below ₹1,000 may not qualify for the tax-deduction certificate.
• TTD has defined slabs for donor privileges. For example: one scheme mentions that donors of ₹10,000 or more become eligible for one-time Break Darshan at Tirumala.
• Always check current conditions with TTD/Trust, as privileges may change.

6. How to Claim in Your Income-Tax Return

1. Keep your receipt/80G certificate issued by SRIVANI Trust.
2. When filing ITR, under “Deductions” section, enter the amount of donation eligible (usually 50% of actual donation subject to limits).
3. The trust’s name, address, registration number under 80G (if displayed), must match the certificate.
4. Attach/retain the certificate and receipt; you may be required to submit during assessment.
5. Ensure your PAN is correct on the receipt so matching of records with your ITR is smooth.
6. If you’re donating via cheque/DD, the cheque/DD number and date must match bank statement.
7. For offline donations, follow up with the Donor Cell if certificate issuance is delayed.

7. Common FAQs

Q: Do I need to donate a large sum to get the tax deduction?
A: No, you don’t necessarily need a large sum — donations above the minimum threshold (₹1,000 in many cases) qualify for deduction. But confirm current threshold.
Q: Is the deduction 100% of the donation?
A: Usually for religious/charitable trusts it is 50% of the donation that qualifies under 80G (subject to limits). Always check the certificate.
Q: Can companies claim this deduction?
A: Firms and companies may donate, but specific eligibility for deduction under 80G depends on their tax status. Consult a tax-advisor. 
Q: What if I don’t receive the 80G certificate?
A: Contact the Donor Cell at TTD (CDMC) with your donation proof. Reference: “Donors can contact the Dy. Executive Officer, Donors Cell 
Q: Is PAN mandatory for the donation?
A: It is strongly recommended. Many donation receipts capture PAN to allow matching for deduction claims. If your PAN is missing, claiming could be more cumbersome.
Q: Does the donation qualify if I donate from abroad/NRIs?
A: Yes you can donate, but the tax deduction benefit applies only if you have Indian taxable income; consult tax-advisor.

8. Pro Tips for Donors

• Use the online donation portal for immediate certificate issuance and convenience.
• After donation, confirm that the receipt mentions “80G applicable” and shows the trust registration for 80G if available.
• Save your bank statement, receipt, 80G certificate, and any email confirmation — store these with your tax records.
• If you plan to avail the donor privileges (darshan, etc.), make sure you submit your passport-size photograph and follow instructions of the donor cell.
• Check for changes: Donation slabs, privileges, tax-rules may evolve — always refer to the official TTD site before donating.
• If in doubt, consult a chartered accountant, especially if you are a business donor, NRI, or making a large contribution.

Key Takeaways

• The SRIVANI Trust (TTD) is a legitimate philanthropic/temple-construction trust — donations support temples and rituals.
• Donations above ~₹1,000 qualify for deduction under Section 80G (usually 50% of amount) if certificate is provided.
• Ensure your PAN and donation details are correct; follow proper procedure online/offline.
• Retain all documentation for your tax return filing and possible future verification.
• Apart from tax benefits, some donor privileges (darshan, passes) may apply — verify current terms.

By following the steps above, your donation becomes not only a spiritual offering but also a well-documented contribution with potential tax advantage.

Author: Vijaya Durga Pemmasani

References & Helpful Links:

• TTD FAQ – Donations eligible for Income Tax exemption. [TTD FAQ] – https://www.tirumala.org/de/FAQ.aspx (see Donations section) Tirumala
• SRIVANI Trust official page on TTD site – https://www.tirumala.org/SRIVANI.aspx Tirumala
• “Full Details on TTD Donation Schemes” article – “All Donations Rs 1000 and Above will get Income Tax Deduction Certificate.” https://www.tirumalatirupati.in/full-details-on-ttd-donation-schemes/ Tirumala Tirupati
• Blog – “Srivani Trust Donations: Tax Benefits & VIP Darshan Guide” https://padmavathitravel.com/blog/srivani-trust-donations-tax-benefits-and-vip-darshan-guide/ padmavathitravel.com
• Guide – “Srivani Trust Tax Benefits and Section 80G Rules” https://tirupatibalajitravels.co.in/srivani-trust-tax-benefits-and-section-80g-rules-guide/ Tirupati Balaji Travels

Related Articles:

• “TTD Endowment Scheme Benefits” (site: Tirumala Tirupati) Tirumala Tirupati
• “Privileges for TTD Donors” (site: Tirumala Tirupati) https://www.tirumala.org/Privileges.aspx