--- title: "Pothi Seva — check charity number 1198623 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pothi Seva a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198623. Education/training charity based in Osney Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pothi-seva retrieved: 2026-08-24T17:58:36.920Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pothi Seva is a registered charity (number 1198623) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £12,928 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Pothi Seva? Registered charity number 1198623 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Osney Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,928 Website [www.pothiseva.net](http://www.pothiseva.net/) ## What does Pothi Seva do? We provide a conservation service for printed and manuscript heritage, primarily sacred texts from the Sikh tradition. We provide preservation advice for individuals as well as Gurdwaras and institutions who are custodians of printed and manuscript heritage. ## What causes is Pothi Seva registered for? Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pothi Seva yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pothi Seva 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=pothi-seva&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pothiseva.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pothi Seva a legitimate charity? Yes. Pothi Seva is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198623) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Pothi Seva's charity number? Pothi Seva's charity number is 1198623. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1198623? Search 1198623 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Pothi Seva do? We provide a conservation service for printed and manuscript heritage, primarily sacred texts from the Sikh tradition. We provide preservation advice for individuals as well as Gurdwaras and institutions who are custodians of printed and manuscript heritage. Does Pothi Seva have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pothi Seva. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Pothi Seva? Pothi Seva's website is http://www.pothiseva.net — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1198623).