Streamlined FCRA REGISTRATION · NGO & Non-Profit Compliance

Streamlined FCRA REGISTRATION · NGO & Non-Profit Compliance

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Step 2

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Step 3

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Filing and rigorous follow-up with the respective authorities.

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Here's What You'll Need

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  • Document Name
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  • Document Name
  • Notes / Format
  • 12A Registration Certificate
  • Proof of income tax exemption under Section 12A - mandatory prerequisite for FCRA registration
  • Trust Deed / MOA / Certificate of Incorporation
  • Constitutional document of the NGO · PDF
  • PAN Card of the NGO
  • Organisation's PAN · JPG or PDF
  • Audited Financial Statements (last 3 years)
  • Complete audited accounts with FCRA income segregated - prepared by a chartered accountant
  • Activity Reports (last 3 years)
  • Detailed reports of all activities conducted, beneficiaries reached, and outcomes achieved
  • SBI New Delhi FCRA Account Details
  • Bank account number and IFSC of the newly opened FCRA designated account at SBI New Delhi Main Branch

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Overview - fcra registration ngo non profit compliance Registration

What is it?

FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) Registration is a mandatory permission granted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) under the FCRA, 2010 - required for any person, association, or company that wishes to receive foreign contributions (donations, grants, or funded projects) from foreign sources including foreign governments, international organisations, foundations, and foreign individuals.

Who needs it?

NGOs (trusts, societies, Section 8 companies), research institutions, educational bodies, media organisations, and political parties that receive or wish to receive foreign funding - from INGO grants, foreign foundation donations, CSR funding from foreign companies, or diaspora donations.

FCRA account requirement

Post the FCRA Amendment Act 2020, all FCRA-registered organisations must maintain a dedicated FCRA bank account at the State Bank of India, New Delhi Main Branch - the only branch authorised to receive FCRA funds. A separate utilisation account at any bank is allowed for spending FCRA funds.

Prior permission vs registration

FCRA Registration (for organisations with 3+ years of operations and 12A registration): Permanent registration valid for 5 years, renewable. FCRA Prior Permission (for new organisations under 3 years old): One-time permission for receiving a specific foreign contribution for a specific purpose.

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Who Usually Requires This?

The FCRA REGISTRATION · NGO & Non-Profit Compliance solution matches perfectly with these profiles:

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  • Why It Applies
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  • Why It Applies
  • NGOs receiving international grants and funding
  • NGOs funded by foreign foundations (Ford Foundation, Gates Foundation, USAID, EU grants, etc.) must hold FCRA registration before receiving any funds into their accounts.
  • Religious organisations receiving foreign donations
  • Religious institutions receiving donations from the Indian diaspora abroad, foreign faith organisations, or international religious bodies require FCRA registration.
  • Educational institutions receiving foreign scholarships or grants
  • Schools, colleges, and research institutes receiving foreign scholarships, research grants, or institutional grants from international universities and foundations need FCRA registration.
  • NGOs with CSR partnerships with foreign companies
  • Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies often route CSR funds to NGOs - these are treated as foreign contributions if the parent company is a foreign entity. The receiving NGO must hold FCRA registration.
  • Newly formed NGOs expecting foreign funding
  • New NGOs (under 3 years old) can apply for FCRA Prior Permission for a specific foreign grant - they do not need to wait 3 years for formal FCRA Registration.
  • ✅ WHY DO YOU NEED THIS
  • Key Benefit
  • Explanation
  • Key Benefit
  • Explanation
  • Receiving Foreign Funds Without FCRA = 5 Years Imprisonment
  • Under Section 35 of FCRA 2010, receiving foreign contributions without registration or prior permission carries imprisonment up to 5 years and unlimited fines - for the organisation and its office bearers personally.
  • Enables Access to International Funding Ecosystem
  • The global development funding ecosystem - USAID, UN agencies, EU, bilateral aid, international foundations - exclusively funds FCRA-registered organisations in India. Registration opens this entire funding pool.
  • Required by International Donors
  • Foreign grant-making foundations and governments require FCRA registration proof before executing grant agreements. Without it, your organisation cannot legally receive or utilise foreign grants.
  • Enables Diaspora Fundraising
  • Indian diaspora donations from NRIs and foreign nationals are treated as foreign contributions. FCRA registration is required to legally receive diaspora donations through foreign fundraising campaigns.
  • PROCESS
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  • What Happens
  • Timeline
  • Step 1
  • Eligibility Assessment
  • We verify 12A registration status, 3-year operational history, and financial records to confirm FCRA Registration eligibility (vs. Prior Permission route for newer NGOs).
  • Step 2
  • SBI New Delhi FCRA Account Opening
  • We guide the process of opening the mandatory FCRA designated bank account at the State Bank of India, New Delhi Main Branch - a prerequisite for FCRA application.
  • Days 1–15
  • Step 3
  • FCRA Application Preparation
  • We prepare the FCRA online application (Form FC-3) on the FCRA online portal with complete activity reports, financial statements, and governance documents.
  • Days 5–15
  • Step 4
  • MHA Review & Registration
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs reviews the application - including background verification. Upon approval, FCRA Registration Certificate is issued valid for 5 years.
  • 60–180 days

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Expected Additional Levies

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  • E-Stamp Duties according to state norms
  • Processing Levies based on capital limits

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