Generally, when we are in the process of filing new application, 1. We submit in ministry a proposal for registration of the multi state cooperative society along with enclosures as indicated below. 2. We also declare that the information given herewith influx in the enclosures is correct to the best of our knowledge (a) Name of the proposed multi state society (b) Headquarters and address to be registered; (c) Area of operations; (d) Main objectives; (e) Why is it absolutely necessary for the society to be under the Multi state cooperative society Act, (f) A certificate in respect of provisions of clause (g) A certificate in respect of provisions of clause of (h) A certificate in respect of provisions of clause (i) If all the members are individual, indicate the persons from each State who have signed the application Name of the State Number of persons signed the(j) Name and address of the applicant for the purpose of correspondence. 3. Following documents are enclosed: (a) A certificate from the bank stating credit balance in favor of the proposed multi state cooperative society. Here, most of the banks do not understand how to open a bank account in proposed name of society without a pan card. Basically, it is a special type of account where one can only do deposit and not withdrawal. Once registration of the society is granted, then the bank account becomes fully active. (b) A scheme explaining how the proposed society under any other law relating to Co-operative societies in force in any State or in pursuance of the multi state co-operative societies Act, 1942 (6 of 1942) or the Multi-State Societies Act, 1984 (51 of 1984) and the registration of which has not been cancelled before such commencement. Provided further that the board may co-opt two directors, in addition to twenty one directors specified in the first provison, having experience in the field of banking, management and finance or having special in any field relating to the objects and activities undertaken by such cooperative societies. The co-operative societies, with objects not confined to one state and serving the interests of members in more than one state for social and economic betterment of its members through self-help and mutual aid in accordance with the co-operative principles are considered multi state cooperative societies. The Central Government shall by notification in the Official Gazette, specify an authority or committee, with such members as the Central Government may appoint to administer the fund and maintain separate accounts and other relevant records in relation to the fund in such form as may be prescribed in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India. Recently in July 2023, various schemes have been announced for PACS (Primary Agriculture Credit Societies). In the upcoming 2 to 3 years, 2 lakh multi purpose primary agriculture credit societies would be formed. Funds of 20 Lakh Crores would be alloted to PACS for the economic betterment of farmers. Consequently, it would create a transparent system where illiterate farmers won't be exploited and it would give a push to the agricultural economy of India. Here's the importance of PACS in Multi-State Cooperative Societies: