13/06/2024
*FAQ - Filing of FCRA Annual Returns*
๐ 1. Is online filing of annual returns mandatory?
Yes, Annual returns are to be filed online at FCRA online portal. No hard copy of the returns will be accepted by the Wing of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
๐ 2. What is the last date for online filing of returns?
The return is to be filed online for every financial year (1st April to 31st March) within a period of nine months from the closure of the year i.e. by 31st December each year.
๐ 3. What is the procedure for filing Annual Returns?
The Annual return is to be submitted online at FCRA online portal in prescribed Form FC-4, duly accompanied by balance sheet and statement of receipt and payment, which is certified by a Chartered Accountant. Submission of a โNILโ return, even if there is no receipt/utilization of foreign contribution during the year, is also mandatory.
๐ 4. For how many years an association which has been granted prior permission to receive foreign contribution should file the mandatory annual return?
The association should file the mandatory annual return on a yearly basis, till the amount of foreign contribution is fully utilized. Even if no transaction takes place during a year, a NIL return should be submitted.
๐ 5. What are the consequences of not filling the annual returns on time?
An association not filing annual return on time may face the following consequences:
(1) Penalty for late submission of FCRA return.
(2) Cancellation of FCRA registration.
(3) Prosecution for violation of provisions of FCRA, 2010.
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