FCRA explained: MHA clarifies common misconceptions on foreign funding law

July 23, 2026 2:32 PM

FCRA explained: MHA clarifies common misconceptions on foreign funding law

The Ministry of Home Affairs has sought to address several commonly held misconceptions about the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), stating that many concerns arise from incomplete understanding of the legislation rather than its actual provisions. According to the Ministry, one of the most common misconceptions is that the FCRA bans NGOs from receiving foreign donations. It clarified that the law instead requires organisations to obtain registration or prior permission and comply w...

FCRA continues to permit foreign funding across education, healthcare, research and social welfare

July 23, 2026 2:31 PM

FCRA continues to permit foreign funding across education, healthcare, research and social welfare

The Ministry of Home Affairs has clarified that the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) is designed to facilitate legitimate international cooperation by allowing registered organisations to receive foreign contributions for a wide range of developmental, charitable and humanitarian activities. According to the Ministry, the Act provides a legal framework that enables foreign funding while ensuring that contributions are received, utilised and accounted for in accordance with Indian la...

FCRA at 50: How India’s foreign funding law has evolved to focus on transparency and accountability

July 23, 2026 2:29 PM

FCRA at 50: How India’s foreign funding law has evolved to focus on transparency and accountability

As cross-border financial flows have expanded with globalisation, India has steadily strengthened its legal framework governing foreign contributions through the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA). According to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the legislation seeks to facilitate legitimate international cooperation while ensuring that foreign contributions remain transparent, accountable and consistent with India's sovereign interests. The FCRA governs how Indian individuals, assoc...

Explained: How the FCRA regulates foreign funding and what the 2026 amendments mean

July 23, 2026 12:11 PM

Explained: How the FCRA regulates foreign funding and what the 2026 amendments mean

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a comprehensive clarification on the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), presenting the legislation as a framework designed to balance legitimate foreign-funded developmental work with safeguards for transparency, accountability and national sovereignty. Through an extensive set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), the Ministry has also explained the rationale behind the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, and ...

MHA issues advisory against fake e-mails circulating in name of FCRA officials

September 16, 2024 3:35 PM

MHA issues advisory against fake e-mails circulating in name of FCRA officials

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a public advisory warning against fraudulent emails and documents circulating in the name of Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) officials. This alert comes in response to numerous complaints from associations and NGOs who have been targeted by scammers impersonating MHA officials and demanding money for FCRA services. According to the advisory, fraudsters are using fake logos, official email addresses, and documents bearing the names of FCRA...