FCRA Registration in India
FCRA Registration is mandatory for any association, trust, society, or non-profit organization intending to receive foreign contributions or donations in India. It is governed by the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, administered by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India.
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What Is FCRA Registration?
FCRA Registration authorizes eligible organizations to legally receive foreign funds, grants, or donations from foreign sources. Such funds can be received only for specified purposes such as social, educational, religious, cultural, or economic welfare activities.
Without valid FCRA registration or prior permission, receipt of foreign contribution is strictly prohibited.
Types of FCRA Approval
1. FCRA Registration (Regular)
For organizations in existence for 3+ years with genuine charitable activities and minimum spending. Validity: 5 years.
2. FCRA Prior Permission
For newly formed organizations or specific donor contributions. Validity: Restricted to the approved contribution only.
Eligibility & Conditions for FCRA Registration
Eligible Organizations
- Trusts registered under Indian Trusts Act
- Societies registered under Societies Registration Act
- Section 8 Companies registered under Companies Act, 2013
Conditions
- Organization must be registered under Indian law
- Minimum 3 years of existence (for regular registration)
- Proven track record of charitable activities
- No prosecution or conviction under any law
- Key functionaries must not be prohibited persons under FCRA
FCRA Registration Process in India
FCRA Portal Registration
Create login on MHA FCRA portal.
Application Filing
Submit Form FC-3A (Registration) or FC-3B (Prior Permission).
Document Upload
Upload all required documents and declarations.
Fee Payment
Pay prescribed government fees online.
Verification by MHA
Application is scrutinized and background verification is conducted.
Grant of FCRA Certificate
Upon approval, FCRA registration certificate is issued.
Documents Required for FCRA Registration
Organization Documents
- Registration certificate of Trust / Society / Section 8 Company
- Memorandum of Association / Trust Deed
- PAN Card of the organization
- Activity report of last 3 years
- Audited financial statements (last 3 years)
- FCRA designated SBI bank account details
Office Bearers / Directors / Trustees Documents
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card / Passport
- Photographs
- Details of key functionaries
- Affidavit as prescribed by MHA
Post-Registration Compliance & Penalties
Compliance: Annual FCRA return filing (Form FC-4), Separate books of accounts, Quarterly disclosure, and Intimation of changes. Government Fees: Registration ₹10,000, Prior Permission ₹5,000, Renewal ₹5,000. Penalties: Suspension or cancellation, Penalty and compounding proceedings, Prohibition on receiving funds, Recovery of misutilized funds, Prosecution under FCRA Act.
Key Features of a FCRA Registration
Mandatory for Foreign Donations
Required to legally receive foreign contributions in India.
Regulated by MHA
Strictly monitored by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Designated FCRA Bank Account
Foreign contribution must be received only in the designated SBI FCRA account, New Delhi Main Branch.
Restricted Usage
Funds must be used strictly for approved objectives.
Periodic Compliance
Annual returns and disclosures are mandatory.
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