--- title: "The Institute of Physics — check charity number 293851 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Institute of Physics a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 293851. General Charitable Purposes charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-institute-of-physics retrieved: 2026-08-20T04:39:07.870Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Institute of Physics is a registered charity (number 293851) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £82,384,000 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 The Institute of Physics? Registered charity number 293851 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location London Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £82,384,000 Website [www.iop.org](http://www.iop.org/) ## What does The Institute of Physics do? Implementation of various projects aimed to promote the advancement and dissemination of a knowledge and education in the science of physics, pure and applied.Communicating importance of physics to all audiences, increasing awareness of and participation in physics.Maintaining and increasing membership. ## What causes is The Institute of Physics registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Institute of Physics yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Institute of Physics 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=the-institute-of-physics&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.iop.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Institute of Physics a legitimate charity? Yes. The Institute of Physics is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 293851) 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 The Institute of Physics's charity number? The Institute of Physics's charity number is 293851. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 293851? Search 293851 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 The Institute of Physics do? Implementation of various projects aimed to promote the advancement and dissemination of a knowledge and education in the science of physics, pure and applied.Communicating importance of physics to all audiences, increasing awareness of and participation in physics.Maintaining and increasing membership. Does The Institute of Physics have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Institute of Physics. 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 The Institute of Physics? The Institute of Physics's website is http://www.iop.org — 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/293851).