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What is CSR-1?

Q: What does CSR-1 stand for?

CSR-1 stands for Form CSR-1. MCA registration form that NGOs and Section 8 companies must file to be eligible to receive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds from corporates.

(Form CSR-1)

In plain English

MCA registration form that NGOs and Section 8 companies must file to be eligible to receive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds from corporates.

Why it matters

Mandatory since April 2021 — without CSR-1, your NGO cannot receive CSR contributions from any company, even with valid 12A/80G.

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