FCRA Registration in India

The process for applying for FCRA registration has been streamlined through an online portal, making it accessible and efficient. While the steps are largely similar for both normal registration and prior permission, applicants must select the appropriate form. To facilitate this crucial process, organizations can seek expert guidance from our company NGO Partner for seamless application submission.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the online application procedure:

Step 1. Access the Online Portal: The initial step involves navigating to the official FCRA online portal, which serves as the central hub for all registration activities.
Step 2. Form Selection: Depending on your organization’s eligibility, you will need to select the correct application form. For FCRA Registration, this is typically Form FC – 3A, and for Prior Permission, it is Form FC – 3B.
Step 3. Initiate Online Application: Locate and click on the option to apply online, which will guide you to the next stage of the application process.
Step 4. User Account Creation: If you are a new user, you must first create a username and password by selecting the “Sign Up” option. Once successfully created, a confirmation message will appear on your screen.
Step 5. Log In to Your Account: Using your newly established username and password, log in to the FCRA portal.
Step 6. Select Application Type: From the dropdown menu under “I am applying for,” choose “FCRA Registration.” Subsequently, click “Apply Online,” followed by “Proceed Registration” to begin your application.
Step 7. Start New Registration: In the navigation bar, click on the “FC-3 menu” to commence the new registration procedure.
Step 8. Association Details Form: This section requires the applicant to input relevant information about the organization. Essential details include:

1.    Darpan ID (this is optional)
2.    The complete address of the association.
3.    The registration number of the organization.
4.    The date of registration.
5.    The nature of the association (e.g., charitable, educational).
6.    The primary objectives or main aim of the association.
7.    Any necessary supporting documents as attachments. After completing these details, click the “Submit” button to save the information.

Step 9. Executive Committee Details: Proceed to the “Executive Committee” option in the menu bar. Here, you will input information about the members of your organization’s executive committee. The portal provides options to add, delete, or edit details of key functionaries. Once all details are accurately entered, click “Save.”
Step 10. Bank Account Information: You must provide comprehensive bank details for the account designated to receive foreign contributions. This includes the bank’s name, the account number, the IFSC code, and the full address of the bank branch.
Step 11. Document Upload: All required supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format. It is crucial to ensure that all files are clear, legible, and correctly formatted.
Step 12. Final Declaration and Submission: After uploading all documents, enter the place and date of the application. Once you are confident that all information is accurate and complete, select the “Final Submission” button. A pop-up message will typically confirm this action.
Step 13. Online Payment: The concluding step involves making the required application fee payment online. Click on the designated payment button and follow the instructions to complete the transaction through the selected payment gateway. It is important to note that once the payment is made and the form is finally submitted, no further modifications can be made to the application.