FCRA Registration

Obtain FCRA registration, prior permission, or renewal under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. Expert assistance with all FCRA forms including the latest Amendment Rules, 2025.

FCRA Registration

What is FCRA Registration?

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions by individuals, associations, and companies in India. Any NGO, trust, or society wishing to receive foreign funds must either obtain a permanent FCRA registration or seek prior permission from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2025 have introduced several updates to streamline compliance, including tighter reporting obligations, mandatory electronic filing, and enhanced scrutiny of foreign funding. Our experts stay abreast of these changes to ensure your organisation remains fully compliant.

Types of FCRA Authorisation

  • FCRA Registration (Form FC‑3A): Permanent registration for organisations with a proven track record of at least three years of charitable activities and spending of Rs. 15 lakhs (exceptions apply).
  • Prior Permission (Form FC‑3B): Temporary approval to receive foreign contributions for a specific purpose, project, or activity.
  • Renewal (Form FC‑3C): Application for renewal of an existing FCRA registration (must be filed before expiry).

Key FCRA Online Forms (as per recent updates)

Form CodeDescription
FC-1Intimation of receipt of foreign contribution by way of gift / as Articles / Securities / by candidate for Election.
FC-2Application for seeking prior permission of the Central Government to accept foreign hospitality.
FC-3AApplication for FCRA Registration.
FC-3BApplication for FCRA Prior Permission.
FC-3CApplication for Renewal of FCRA Registration.
FC-4Intimation – Annual Returns (mandatory every financial year).
FC-6AIntimation – Change of name and/or address within the State of the Association.
FC-6BIntimation – Change of nature, aims and objects and registration with local/relevant authorities.
FC-6CIntimation – Change of designated bank / branch / bank account number of designated FC receipt‑cum‑utilisation bank account.
FC-6DIntimation – Opening of additional FC‑utilisation Bank Account for the purpose of utilisation of foreign contribution.
FC-6EIntimation – Change in original Key members of the association.
FC-7Application for surrender of certificate of registration.
Other Important Services
Revision Application against Section 32, FCRA 2010 • Response Against Compounding Notice • Response Against Show Cause Notice • Updation of email Id in the FC‑receipt cum utilisation and utilisation bank account details • Filing of Annual returns of assets and liabilities under Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 by individual of Association.

Documents Required

  • Registration certificate of the NGO (trust deed, society registration, etc.).
  • PAN of the organisation and authorised signatory.
  • 12A and 80G registration certificates.
  • Detailed activity report for the last 3 years.
  • Audited financial statements for the last 3 years.
  • Details of the designated FCRA bank account (SBI NDMB).
  • Minutes of governing body meetings.

Apply for FCRA Registration

Our FCRA experts will handle the entire application – from documentation to filing.

Our FCRA Registration Process

End‑to‑end guidance through the FCRA portal and compliance framework.

1. Eligibility Assessment

We evaluate your NGO's track record, documentation, and readiness for FCRA.

2. Document Preparation

We compile all necessary affidavits, declarations, and financial statements as per the latest rules.

3. Online Filing

We submit the application (FC‑3A, FC‑3B, FC‑3C) through the FCRA online portal with all annexures.

4. Follow‑Up & Compliance

We track the application, respond to queries, and assist with annual returns (FC‑4) and amendment intimation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Key queries on FCRA registration and the 2025 Amendment Rules

FCRA registration (FC‑3A) is a permanent authorisation for organisations with a proven track record. Prior permission (FC‑3B) is a one‑time approval for a specific project or activity, granted to organisations that may not yet be eligible for permanent registration.
The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2025 have strengthened annual return filing requirements, introduced stricter scrutiny of the designated FCRA bank account, mandated electronic submission of most intimations, and increased reporting obligations for key functionaries and projects.
Yes, any person or NGO in India must either have FCRA registration or prior permission from the MHA to legally accept foreign contributions. Violation can lead to penalty, cancellation of registration, and criminal prosecution.
Form FC‑4 is the mandatory annual return that every FCRA‑registered entity must file electronically on the FCRA portal within 9 months of the end of the financial year (i.e., by 31st December of the subsequent year). It details the receipt and utilisation of foreign contributions.
Yes, the MHA can cancel FCRA registration for non‑compliance, including failure to file annual returns, misuse of funds, change in objectives without intimation, or if the organisation ceases to exist. The cancellation order can be challenged before the MHA or in court.
Processing time varies; generally it takes between 3 to 6 months from the date of application, provided all documents are in order and there are no queries from the MHA.
Yes, all foreign contributions must be received in a designated "FCRA account" at the State Bank of India, New Delhi Main Branch (NDMB). A separate utilisation bank account can be opened for using the funds, but the receipt must be in the NDMB account.