Author Archives: SRRF

Dear Friends, NGO is receiving funds from a PSU for doing development work. This fund is part of the CSR initiatives. The amount is not given as a grant but in the form of a work order/consultancy. What implications will … Continue reading →

Dear Sir, I would like to seek clarification whether FCRA requires prior project approval from the general body of the organisation before sending it to the prospective donors. Thanks & Regards, Preeti — Coordinator – Admin & Accounts HAQ: Centre … Continue reading →

What is the return form ( FC-6 or FC-7 ) for Fixed assets purchased from FCRA  fund ? What is the last date to file the FCRA annual return and Fixed assets return. Ashok Mishra SNS Foundation

Here is an opinion on Service tax. I am quite confused. Could someone throw more light on the subject? What exactly is the right interpretation? “Services to foreign organisations may not be chargeable to service tax in some cases. To … Continue reading →

Dear Sir A NGO (already registered under FCRA) has received funds (INR) from a Foreign Bank having operations in India for the purpose of sustainable development of an area. These funds have been received from Mumbai branch of that bank … Continue reading →

Dear Sir, This is to obtain a clarification as to whether – 1) Foreign nationals can be enrolled on to the Governing Board of NGOs who are foreign contribution recipient. 2) Similarly, whether foreign nationals can be appointed to a position … Continue reading →

Dear Sir, I have some doubts about the 80 G receipts and the IT 35 Ac and 35 i, i & ii. What is the limit of the receipts under the 80 G. What is the relevance of the Indian … Continue reading →

Diwali greetings to SRRF colleagues! Writing with a request for some guidance: As part of one of our research studies, we are looking at Indian CSOs engagement with development cooperation. We have interviewed CSO voices some of who mentioned difficulties … Continue reading →

FCRA Dept has come out with a Circular dated 21st October 2014, as per which that NGOs utilizing funds out of their FC Designated accounts and FCRA Utilisation Accounts must utilize these funds through account payee cheques or through demand … Continue reading →