Section 13 — Suspension of certificate

Reviewed by CA Nikhil Gupta · Last reviewed 18 September 2026

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What this section provides

Allows suspension of registration for the statutory period where the Central Government is considering cancellation and records reasons. During suspension, receipt/utilisation is restricted; Rule 14 governs the permitted extent/process for utilisation. Suspension is not the same as cancellation and must be monitored for duration, conditions and subsequent order.

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Primary official sources

← Section 12A — Power of Central Government to require Aadhaar number, e Section 14 — Cancellation of certificate →

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