--- title: "Nptc — check charity number SC040254 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nptc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040254. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nptc-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:07:38.261Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nptc is a registered charity (number SC040254) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Nptc? Registered charity number SC040254 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland ## What does Nptc do? The advancement of education and training by means of the Establishment andlor administration of schemes of Proficiency Tests, Vocational Qualifications, Certificates of Competence, Certificates of Qualification and other such awards in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and other industries as the Charity shall from time to time decide ## What causes is Nptc registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nptc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nptc is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=nptc-2&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nptc a legitimate charity? Yes. Nptc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040254) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Nptc's charity number? Nptc's charity number is SC040254. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040254? Search SC040254 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Nptc do? The advancement of education and training by means of the Establishment andlor administration of schemes of Proficiency Tests, Vocational Qualifications, Certificates of Competence, Certificates of Qualification and other such awards in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and other industries as the Charity shall from time to time decide Does Nptc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nptc. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Nptc? Nptc does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC040254).