Status Check, Procedures, Facilities

Organisation : Ministry of Home Affairs
Facility : Check FCRA Renewal Application(FC3) Status
Website : https://fcraonline.nic.in/fc_renew_FileStatus.aspx

How To Check FCRA Renewal Status?

Please Enter the MHA File Number and Click on “Submit” Button to check FCRA Renewal Application (FC3) Status

Related : Ministry of Home Affairs Check Hospitality Application Status : www.statusin.in/23478.html

1. MHA File Number – 10 Digit MHA FileNumber
2. Enter access Code
3. Access Code

FAQ On FCRA

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) On FCRA

1. Whether the certificate of registration is to be renewed?
As per Section 16 of FCRA, 2010 every person who has been granted a certificate of registration under Section 12 thereof shall have such certificate renewed within six months before the expiry of the period of the certificate.

2. What is the process for renewal of registration?
Association which desire to renew their registration certificate may apply online in Form FC-3 six months before the expiry of their existing registration.

3. Whether the registration certificate granted to an association under the repealed FCRA, 1976 shall have to renew their registration?
Yes. An association granted registration under the repealed FCRA, 1976 shall be deemed to have been registered under FCRA, 2010 for a period of 5 years.

Registration granted under FCRA, 1976 shall remain valid for a period of 5 years from the 1st May, 2011, i.e., up to the 30th April, 2016.

4. When should an Association which has been granted registration under FCRA 2010 apply for renewal of registration?
In terms of Rule 12 (2) of FCRR, 2011, an Association registered under FCRA should apply in Form FC-3 for renewal of its registration six months before the date of expiry of the certificate of registration.

An Association granted registration under FCRA, 2010, i.e., after 1st May, 2011, shall have to apply for renewal of registration six months before the date of expiry of the validity of its certificate of registration.

5. When should an Association which has been granted registration under FCRA 1976 apply for renewal of registration?
Since registration granted to Associations under the repealed FCRA, 1976 shall be valid up to 30th April, 2016, such Associations should have applied for renewal of their registration six months before the date of expiry of the validity, that is, on or before 31st October, 2015.

However, consequent to launch of new website, the last date for filing online application for renewal has been fixed as 15.03.2016.

6. What are the documents to be uploaded for renewal of registration?
Signature of Chief Functionary, seal of the association, registration certificate of the association Memorandum of Association/ Trust Deed, Self certified copy of registration are to be uploaded for renewal of registration.

7. What happens if the association does not apply for renewal of registration?
The existing registration under FCRA, 2010, will cease from the date of completion of the period of five years from the date of grant of registration. In such a case, the association has to apply afresh for grant of registration.

About Us :
This is a good governance initiative by the Ministry of Home Affairs to provide a smart, citizen centric, transparent, efficient and time-bound mechanism for citizens and organisations to avail various services related to FCRA and Foreign Hospitality.

The links for accessing various forms are given towards the left. For checking the status of an already submitted application, please click on the ‘Track my Application’ tab on the Information Desk.

Contact

Ministry of Home Affairs
FCRA Wing, NDCC-II Building JAI SINGH ROAD,
Opposite Parliament Street, Near Jantar Mantar
New Delhi-110001

Benefits of MHA FCRA

The MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) in India is a regulatory framework that governs the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other entities. While FCRA has its critics, it also offers several benefits. Here are some potential advantages of the MHA FCRA:

Regulation and Transparency:
FCRA provides a regulatory framework to monitor and regulate the flow of foreign contributions into India. It helps ensure transparency and accountability in the utilization of foreign funds by NGOs and other organizations. This can help prevent misuse or diversion of funds and maintain public trust.

Social Development and Philanthropy:
Foreign contributions received under FCRA can be utilized for various social development initiatives, such as education, healthcare, poverty alleviation, environmental conservation, and rural development. The act enables NGOs to access international funding sources and collaborate with foreign entities to implement projects that promote social welfare and upliftment.