FCRA Compliance & Support

Mastering FCRA Compliance for NGOs

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010 governs the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions by associations, individuals, and companies in India. Legal SR Worlds provides end-to-end FCRA consultancy—covering registration, renewals, compliant banking, FC-4 filings, audits, and ongoing advisory—so you stay compliant and fund-ready.

Quick facts: Admin expenses are capped (20% rule), sub-granting is restricted, Aadhaar/ID of key functionaries is required, and foreign funds must be received in the designated SBI New Delhi Main Branch (NDMB) FCRA account with separate utilization accounts.

Our FCRA Services

• FCRA Registration (Prior Permission & Registration)

  Strategy, documentation, and filing for both Prior Permission (project-specific/new orgs) and full Registration (track record of ~3 years).

• Banking Setup: SBI NDMB + Utilization Accounts

  Opening/streamlining the mandatory FCRA receipt account at SBI, New Delhi Main Branch (Sansad Marg) and compliant utilization accounts; SOPs for receiving, booking, and spending.

• FC-4 Annual Return & Disclosures

  Data mapping from books, Schedule-wise compilation, donor and purpose tagging, website disclosures, and on-time FC-4 submission (due by 31 December for the previous FY).

• FCRA Renewal

  Eligibility review, variance analysis, and timely renewal application with risk notes to avoid suspension/lapse.

• Audit Readiness & Responding to Notices

  Pre-audit documentation kits, ledger tie-outs, bank trails, utilization proofs; drafting replies to MHA queries and inspection observations.

• Compliance Advisory (Ongoing)

  Donor vetting, activity mapping, admin-vs-program expense classification (20% cap), staff/overhead apportionment, fund transfers, and website/public disclosures.

• Rectification of Non-compliances

  Due-diligence, gap reports, corrective actions, compounding guidance where feasible, and building future-proof internal controls.

Eligibility & Documents Checklist

Compliance Calendar (At a Glance)

• FC-4 Annual Return: File by 31 December for the previous FY.
• Renewal: Apply before expiry; keep a buffer of several months for processing.
• Banking: Receive only in SBI NDMB FCRA account; spend via utilization accounts with proper purpose mapping.
• Admin Cap (20%): Track classification monthly; avoid year-end surprises.
• Key Persons KYC: Maintain updated Aadhaar/ID details; notify changes promptly.

Do’s & Don’ts (Quick Risk Wins)

• Do maintain separate books for FCRA and domestic funds; reconcile banks monthly.
• Do publish FC-4 and key disclosures on your website.
• Don’t sub-grant foreign funds to other NGOs unless expressly permitted by law/regulation.
• Don’t cross the 20% admin cap—plan HR and overhead apportionment carefully.
• Don’t mix FCRA funds with non-FCRA receipts or use non-compliant bank accounts.

Why Choose Legal SR Worlds for FCRA Services?

With a 100% success rate in FCRA registrations and over 15 years of experience, Legal SR Worlds is India's trusted partner for FCRA compliance and registration services. Here's why NGOs choose us:

• Core Specialization: Dedicated FCRA team, SOP-driven approach.
• High Success Rate: Strong track record in registrations, renewals, and audits.
• Risk-First Advisory: We proactively flag issues (admin cap, banking, disclosures) before they escalate.
• Implementation Support: From policy drafts to website disclosures—we don’t just advise, we implement.

How to Get Started with FCRA Registration

Ready to obtain FCRA registration for your NGO? Follow these steps:

1. Free Consultation: Contact us for a free consultation. Our FCRA experts will assess your organization's eligibility and recommend the best approach (Prior Permission or Registration).
2. Documentation: We'll help you prepare all necessary documents including registration certificate, PAN, MoA/Trust Deed, and other required paperwork.
3. Application Filing: We handle the complete FCRA application process, ensuring all requirements are met for faster approval.
4. Banking Setup: We assist with opening the mandatory SBI New Delhi Main Branch FCRA account and utilization accounts.
5. Ongoing Compliance: After registration, we provide support for FC-4 annual returns, renewals, audits, and ongoing compliance.

Get started today: Call us at +91 7037 444 888 or WhatsApp us for immediate assistance. We also provide support for NGO registration and 12A/80G certification.

Need help immediately?

Write to mail@srworlds.in or call +91-7037444888. We can start with a 30-minute scoping call and a compliance health-check.