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India’s Ministry of Home Affairs has a clear message for NGOs registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) 2010: start your renewal process early to keep things running smoothly. On Tuesday, the ministry sent out an advisory urging these organizations to file renewal applications at least four months before their certificates expire.
This isn’t just a suggestion—it’s based on Section 16 of the FCRA 2010 and Rule 12 of the FCRA Rules 2011, which require applications to go in up to six months ahead. NGOs need to submit them online using Form FC-3C, along with the right affidavits.
The problem? Too many groups wait until less than 90 days before the deadline. That rush slows down the review process and security checks, often leading to expired certificates. When that happens, NGOs can’t accept or spend foreign funds until approval comes through, which can derail their important work.
To fix this, the ministry wants everyone to stick to the rules and apply no later than four months out. Doing so ensures faster processing and keeps disruptions to a minimum, so these organizations can focus on their missions without hitting roadblocks.
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