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04/01/2026

has recently partnered with to launch a Fund, allowing acceptance of Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other digital assets to speed up aid. This innovation raises key compliance questions for Indian NGOs under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act ( ), 2010.

Section 17 of the FCRA Act mandates routing all foreign contributions exclusively through a designated State Bank of India account at its New Delhi Main Branch. Cryptocurrencies, treated as Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) under Indian tax laws, do not flow through this channel, risking violations of and mandatory reporting. Chat at the OZG FCRA Helpdesk at 9811415831 or email at [email protected] for step-by-step guidance on FCRA compliance.

NGOs accepting crypto face volatility risks of 15-20% price swings, forcing speculative timing that burdens budgeting and violates FCRA bans on mutual funds or speculative investments. Additional challenges include custody controls, real-time valuations, reconciliations for source disclosure, and non-cash inflow documentation to protect FCRA registration.

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22/09/2025

Welcome to the OZG Helpdesk – your trusted partner in strengthening NGO impact through smooth and stress-free FCRA compliance.

Whether your organization needs help with registration, renewal, filing annual returns, or navigating complex legal queries, our expert team is here to guide you at every step. By taking care of the compliance burden, we empower you to stay focused on what truly matters – raising funds, growing donor trust, and driving your mission forward.

Getting started is simple and quick. Just fill out a short online form, and we’ll provide personalized assistance tailored to your NGO’s needs, ensuring your compliance journey is stress-free.

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02/09/2025

FCRA Bank Account Opening Process

1) Get the Account Opening Form (AOF) -

Download the AOF from the SBI website or collect it from any convenient SBI branch.

Fill the form and attach all mandatory KYC documents for signatories and controllers/beneficial owners as per RBI guidelines.

Submit at Any SBI Branch

Submit the completed application and documents at any SBI branch (not mandatory to visit NDMB, New Delhi).

Receive an acknowledgement from the branch.

Verification and Forwarding

The receiving SBI branch scrutinizes and verifies the documents, then emails the scanned documents to SBI NDMB within 3 working days.

2) Processing at the SBI NDMB -

SBI NDMB acknowledges receipt by email within 1 working day.

Within the next 3 working days, NDMB processes the application and opens the designated FCRA account. Details are sent by SMS and email to the registered contacts.

3) Activation (Post MHA FCRA Approval)

NDMB activates the account for foreign remittance after confirmation of FCRA registration or prior permission by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

4) Checklist - Required Documents

Filled Account Opening Form.

KYC of signatories and beneficial owners (as per RBI norms).

Board Resolution copy.

PAN or Form 60, recent photograph of signatories, proof of address.

5) 100% FREE Guidance:

The OZG has been offering compliance filings and advisory for FCRA for the last 20 years. It has comprehensive services for registration, renewal, maintenance of accounts, and compliance with FCRA and related regulations like FEMA.

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21/06/2025

*Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) becomes the first State Gov Fund to accept Foreign Donations under FCRA*

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The Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) has secured approval from the MHA to accept contributions from foreign donors under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), making it the first state in India to receive such authorization. This decision marks a significant policy shift, enabling the CMRF to tap into international funding, including from multinational corporations, NRIs, and Indian companies abroad, to bolster its relief and welfare initiatives.

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The OZG has been offering filings and advisory for FCRA for the last 20 years. We offer comprehensive support for registration, renewal, maintenance of accounts, and compliance with FCRA and related regulations like FEMA.

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Is your registration Cancelled?

1) For violation of Section 14 (1) (e)
2) For violation of Section 12(4)(a)(vi)
3) For violation of any other sections.

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03/01/2025

*Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2024*

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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has introduced significant changes to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Rules, 2011 through a notification dated 31st December 2024, effective from 1st January 2025.

Here are the highlights of the amendments:

1. 👁️‍🗨️ 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬: Associations can now carry forward the unspent portion of allowable administrative expenses to the next financial year, provided reasons are specified in Form FC-4.

2. 👁️‍🗨️ 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐂-4: New Provisions inserted -

(a) Reporting transfer of foreign contribution as part of an income tax refund from a non-FCRA bank account.

(b) Detailed reporting for the carry forward of unspent administrative expenses.

(c) Requirement to provide the Chartered Accountant's details, who is issuing certificates under sub-rule (5) of rule 17.

3. 👁️‍🗨️ 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬: CAs must explicitly certify whether there were any violations of the FCRA Act, with details if applicable.

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28/11/2024

👁️‍🗨️ *Section (4) (f) of the FCRA, 2010*

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The acceptance of foreign contribution by the person referred to in sub-section (1) is not likely to affect prejudicially —

📌 (i) the sovereignty and integrity of India;

📌 (ii) the security, strategic, scientific or economic interest of the State;

📌 (iii) the public interest;

📌 (iv) freedom or fairness of election to any Legislature;

📌 (v) friendly relation with any foreign State;

📌 (vi) harmony between religious, racial, social, linguistic, regional groups, castes or communities.

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13/10/2024

Recently, the MHA has cancelled the of the following 5 NGOs, but what are the key allegations against them?

1️⃣

2️⃣ (CPR)

3️⃣ (ET)

4️⃣ Legal Initiative for Forest and Environment ( )

5️⃣ Solution for Sustainable Development ( )

💁🏻‍♀️ Stalling Development Projects -

(LIFE) is accused of being an instrument for US-based NGO to oppose coal mines and thermal power projects in India.

💁🏻‍♀️ Protest Funding -

Trust and allegedly opposed the construction of a thermal in Jharkhand, collaborating with the (ECF) to mobilise protests against coal industries in India.

💁🏻‍♀️ Fund Mismanagement -

Centre for Policy Research received foreign funds for its Namati-Environmental Justice Program, which was reportedly used for litigation instead of specified research or educational activities.

💁🏻‍♀️ Conspiring with Foreign Agents -

Oxfam (India) is accused of conspiring to halt mining activities in by Indian companies, allegedly supporting and working against Indian interests abroad.

💁🏻‍♀️ Use of other NGOs for illegal activities -

After losing its FCRA registration, sought puppet NGOs with valid permissions to redirect funds for illegal activities, such as providing funds to Josh and Aman Biradari Trust.

💁🏻‍♀️ Political Agenda -

NGOs are accused of promoting specific religious communities rather than serving the public interest as a whole.

💁🏻‍♀️ Financial Support -

Oxfam India allegedly financially supported Environics Trust in anti-coal campaigns, particularly the protests in Dhinkia, Odisha.

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04/09/2024

*How to file 'Revision Application' under Section 32 of FCRA, 2010?*

Any NGO that like to file an application for revision of an order passed by the competent authority (MHA, FCRA) may upload a scanned copy of its application on the FCRAonline portal under ‘Services under FCRA’, sub heading ‘Revision Application under Section 32, FCRA 2010.’

1. 💁🏻‍♀️ A scanned copy of the duly signed application on plain paper is acceptable. MHA has neither provided any specific FCRA Form nor suggested a format for application. The application must provide justification for Revision of the Order and must be submitted with supporting documents, if any.

2. 💁🏻‍♀️ Fee — A fee of Rs. 3,000/- It can be paid through the payment gateway.

3. 💁🏻‍♀️ Time frame — The application must be made within one year from the date of order against which revision is sought or the date on which the organization otherwise came to know of it, whichever is earlier.

4. 💁🏻‍♀️ How can the team help my NGO? The OZG has been a reputed name in the compliance law sector. We have been serving NGOs for the last 20 years. You can follow our informative page to stay updated with FCRA compliance. For any questions or doubts, please write an email or message on WhatsApp.

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08/07/2024

The Karnataka High Court annulled the MHA's order to cancel the registration of Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), 2010.

*The FCRA (2010) under subsection 14(2) allows for the cancellation of registration, and subsection 14(3) prevents the NGO from re-registering under FCRA for three years.*

The Karnataka High Court said in order passed on 25 June 2024 -

"The words depicted in the Act ‘reasonable opportunity of being heard’ cannot be restricted to issuance of a show cause notice but a personal hearing in the peculiar facts of the case owing to the peculiarity of sub-section (3) of Section 14 of the Act must have been afforded to the petitioner."

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