Lodge St. George No. 549 — founded in 1848 and the primus UGLE Lodge in the District of Bombay — invites good men to join a timeless fraternity built on Integrity, Friendship, Respect, and Service.
Becoming a Freemason at Lodge St. George connects you to nearly two centuries of heritage, a global brotherhood spanning millions of members, and a vibrant community of gentlemen dedicated to self-improvement and service to society.
Global Brotherhood
Freemasonry encourages you to become the best version of yourself.
Members come from diverse backgrounds united by shared values.
Members of Lodge St. George come from diverse backgrounds — business leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, and public servants — united by shared values. Many members form deep, lifelong friendships that extend far beyond the Lodge room.
Charity is one of our strongest pillars.
Our Lodge participates in numerous philanthropic activities in Mumbai and contributes to wider Masonic charities in India and abroad.
Joining links you to a worldwide network.
Whether you travel for work or settle abroad, Freemasonry ensures you always have a network of brothers wherever you go.
Freemasonry in India is open, inclusive, and welcoming. To join Lodge St. George, you must:
(University Scheme Lodges allow 18+, but Lodge St. George admits candidates from 21+.)
This is not tied to any specific religion — we welcome men of all faiths.
Applicants should be responsible, trustworthy, and in respectable circumstances.
Freemasonry is a lifelong journey of learning, reflection, and personal growth.
You may reach out directly to the Lodge Secretary or fill out our online interest form. A member of Lodge St. George will personally connect with you.
Fill Interest FormYou will be invited to meet a few brethren — either at Freemasons' Hall, Mumbai or at a social gathering — to get to know the Lodge in a relaxed setting.
We'll guide you through:
If you wish to proceed, you will be asked to fill a formal application, followed by an interview with the Lodge Committee.
All Lodge members vote on your application — a traditional part of Masonic admission.
Once approved, you will be initiated into the Entered Apprentice Degree, marking the official beginning of your Masonic journey.
As a UGLE Lodge, our progression follows the classical path:
The first step in your Masonic journey, introducing you to the fundamental principles and symbols.
Advancing your understanding of Masonic teachings and moral lessons.
The culmination of your journey, fully initiated into the Craft.
Each stage teaches moral lessons, symbolism, and the principles that shape a Freemason's character.
Becoming a Mason is far more than attending meetings. You will engage in:
Every new Mason is assigned a Mentor from the Lodge to help guide him throughout his early journey.
Costs of Membership (Approximate)
These may vary but usually include:
We ensure transparency and clarity before you proceed.
No. Freemasonry is not a religion and has no religious practices. Members continue to follow their own faiths.
Absolutely not. Freemasonry strictly avoids political discussion or alignment.
No. Many members join without knowing any Freemason beforehand.
We meet nine times a year at Freemasons' Hall, Mumbai, along with several social events.
There are three 'degree ceremonies' performed during masonic meetings. They are essentially one act plays and teach members how to be better people and each play represents a different stage in life.
As an 'initiate' or Entered Apprentice, Freemasons are taught we are all born equal, we learn that in life some do better than others and it is up to those that do well to look after the less fortunate. From this stems our belief in the importance of Service.
The next stage is to become a 'Fellow Craft' where Freemasons are taught the importance of improving yourself as a person, and finally as a 'Master Mason', where we learn that we have but one life, and the importance of using it wisely. The details of the ceremonies can easily be accessed online but nothing beats experiencing it for yourself. After the meetings members dine together informally in order to enjoy good food, good wine, and good company. And most importantly, to have fun together.
The Ceremony of Exaltation sees members follow the clues from the Third Degree to complete their journey in Pure Antient Masonry, in a spectacular and unforgettable ceremony. Through ongoing participation, members will work together with old friends and new Companions to build on the principles of the Craft and unlock fresh perspectives on the meaning and value of Freemasonry.
The aprons stem from our historical and symbolic roots as stonemasons. Being leather, they were designed to protect them from sharp tools and rough stones. For today's Freemasons, the apron is a mark of their membership. They are presented with a white leather apron and as they progress this becomes more elaborate.
Only men aged over 18 are allowed to join the United Grand Lodge of England in England and Wales.
The two leading women's Grand Lodges, that we have the closest relationship with, are: Freemasonry for Women (HFAF) and the Order of Women Freemasons. These two groups only admit women because that is the choice of their memberships. Both of the women's organisations, and ourselves, prefer to practice our Freemasonry in single sex environments. The United Grand Lodge of England regularly hires its facilities out for meetings of the two women's Lodges due to our mutual respect and close relations.
It is the sheer scale. We are one of the biggest charitable givers in the country and gave £51.1m to charities in 2020 alone.
The Masonic Charitable Foundation, the Freemasons' Charity – our national charitable grant giving arm, tackles some of the most significant challenges facing society, in particular, reducing loneliness in later life and ensuring a positive future for young children. We work in partnership with some of the biggest charities in the country to deliver our support.
Freemasonry also does a huge amount for medical research into treatments for cancer, diabetes, heart disease and a whole range of other conditions. In addition it makes donations to support those affected by overseas disasters as well as those at home, such as the Grenfell Tower disaster.
During the pandemic, Freemasons worked together to help their communities. The United Grand Lodge of England, and its members, did all they could to help in the fight against Covid-19. We have seen remarkable stories from across the country of how our members came together – from helping to raise vital funds for the NHS and delivering food to the community, through to purchasing ambulances and manufacturing vital personal protective equipment (PPE).
To support Freemasonry's charitable response to the pandemic, UGLE and the Masonic Charitable Foundation, the Freemasons' charity, established the Freemasons' COVID-19 Community Fund. This Fund has helped to support a range of local and national charities and projects that are helping people through the current coronavirus pandemic and in total has donated £3m during the pandemic.
Freemasonry exists throughout the world and the United Grand Lodge of England has Districts in many overseas countries. Our members are free to visit any of our Lodges abroad and will often find a warm welcome from fellow members who know the local country very well.
In addition to our Lodges, many other countries have sovereign Grand Lodges, which our members are free to visit and whose members visit us in England and Wales when travelling.
The United Grand Lodge of England has 180,000 members. The Grand Lodge of Scotland has approx. 27,000 members and The Grand Lodge of Ireland has approx. 20,000 members, whilst the two female Grand Lodges in England comprise of around 5,000 members. Worldwide there are estimated to be around six million members.
On average the annual dues and other fees amount to £200 a year, although there are local variations.
When becoming a Freemason, members are expected to be able to affirm a belief in a 'Supreme Being'. This is deliberately phrased so as to be fully inclusive and we celebrate the diverse nature of the beliefs of our members. There is no requirement to be an active practitioner of any particular religion.
Become part of a 177-year-old tradition of excellence.
Discover brotherhood, purpose, and personal growth.
If you are interested in becoming a Freemason at Lodge St. George, we warmly invite you to get in touch.
📍 Freemasons' Hall, Fort, Mumbai
🕯 In lumine Tuo videbimus lumen
(In Thy light we shall see light.)
