Get Your NGO CSR-Eligible under Section 135 of Companies Act, 2013

Is your NGO, Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company looking to receive CSR funds from corporates?
You must obtain CSR Registration (Form CSR-1) from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to become eligible.

RKCS Consultancy Services provides end-to-end CSR Registration services, ensuring fast approval, complete compliance, and zero rejection risk.

What is CSR Registration?

CSR Registration is a mandatory registration under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, introduced by the MCA to ensure transparency and accountability in CSR spending.

Once registered:
✔ Your NGO becomes eligible to receive CSR funds
✔ Your name appears on the MCA CSR database
✔ Corporates can legally fund your projects
✔ Enhances credibility, governance, and donor trust

Who Needs CSR Registration?

CSR Registration (Form CSR-1) is mandatory for:

• ✅ Section 8 Companies

• ✅ Registered Trusts

• ✅ Registered Societies

• ✅ NGOs established by Central / State Government

• ✅ NGOs intending to receive CSR grants from companies

⚠️ Without CSR-1 approval, no corporate can legally donate CSR funds to your organisation.

Eligibility Criteria for CSR Registration

To apply for CSR-1 registration, your NGO must:

• ✔ Be registered under Trust Act / Societies Act / Companies Act

• ✔ Have valid PAN

• ✔ Have active registration for at least 3 years (in most cases)

• ✔ Have valid Digital Signature (DSC)

• ✔ Be compliant with statutory filings

• ✔ Be registered on MCA portal

Documents Required for CSR Registration

We assist in compiling and verifying all required documents, including:

• Certificate of Incorporation / Registration

• PAN of NGO

• MOA / Trust Deed / Bye-laws

• DSC of authorised signatory

• Details of directors / trustees / members

• Email ID & mobile number linked with MCA

• Board Resolution authorising CSR-1 filing

CSR Registration Process (Form CSR-1)

Our expert-driven process ensures smooth and quick registration:

1️⃣ Eligibility & compliance check
2️⃣ Document verification & structuring
3️⃣ Preparation of Form CSR-1
4️⃣ Digital filing on MCA portal
5️⃣ Approval & CSR Registration Number generation

⏱ Timeline: 2–5 working days (subject to MCA processing)

Why Choose RKCS Consultancy Services?

✔ Practising Company Secretary with 10+ years experience
✔ 100% MCA-compliant documentation
✔ NGO & Section 8 specialist
✔ Transparent pricing – no hidden charges
✔ Post-registration CSR advisory support
✔ Trusted by NGOs, CSR foundations & corporates

We don’t just file forms — we build governance-ready organisations.

Benefits of CSR Registration

• ✔ Access to corporate CSR funding

• ✔ Recognition by MCA & government bodies

• ✔ Enhanced credibility and donor confidence

• ✔ Eligibility for large CSR projects

• ✔ Strengthened corporate governance framework

• ✔ Long-term sustainability of NGO operations

CSR Registration for Section 8 Companies

Section 8 Companies are preferred CSR partners due to:

• Strong governance structure

• MCA regulation & transparency

• Better compliance credibility

We provide specialised CSR-1 registration services for Section 8 Companies, including board resolutions, compliance alignment, and CSR readiness advisory.

Post-CSR Registration Support (Optional)

We also assist with:

• ✔ CSR Project structuring

• ✔ CSR agreements & MoUs

• ✔ CSR reporting & utilisation certificates

• ✔ Impact assessment support

• ✔ Ongoing Section 8 / NGO compliance

FAQs – CSR Registration

Is CSR Registration mandatory?

Yes. Without CSR-1 registration, corporates cannot legally donate CSR funds.

How long does CSR Registration take?

Usually 2–5 working days, if documents are in order.

Is CSR Registration a one-time process?

Yes, but ongoing statutory compliance is mandatory.

Can a new NGO apply for CSR Registration?

Generally, NGOs must have 3 years of operational track record, except government-established entities.

Get Started with CSR Registration Today

📞 Talk to a CSR Compliance Expert
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