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Obtaining E-Anudan registration is quick and easy, and can be done online with ngoministry.com in 3 simple steps.
We review your existing NGO Darpan profile to make sure all data is current.
We submit your registration application on the E-Anudan portal.
We follow up with Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
The portal E-Anudan facilitates online submission of NGO’s proposals alongwith the prescribed documents and automates the complete process for issuance of Grant-in-Aid. Managed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), the e-Anudaan portal is the mandatory digital gateway for NGOs to submit project proposals, track financial aid, and receive Grant-in-Aid (GIA) funding directly via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Mandatory for NGOs seeking grants from the Ministry
Transparent and paperless application process
Faster approvals and fund disbursement
Only NGOs registered under NITI Aayog are eligible for e-Anudaan registration.
e-Anudaan is an online Government platform used for processing and managing grant-in-aid related applications and schemes for eligible organisations/institutions under the concerned Ministry/Department of the Government of India.
It is particularly relevant for NGOs and voluntary organisations seeking Government grants under applicable social welfare schemes.
e-Anudaan Registration is the process by which an eligible NGO/institution creates its profile on the relevant e-Anudaan system so that it can apply for Government grant schemes for which it is eligible.
Eligibility depends upon the particular Government scheme. Depending on the scheme, eligible entities may include:
Registration on e-Anudaan by itself does not establish eligibility for every grant scheme.
No.
e-Anudaan is relevant only where the particular Government grant scheme requires or uses the e-Anudaan platform for submission and processing of applications.
An NGO should first identify the specific scheme under which it wants to seek financial assistance.
No.
Registration only enables the organisation to participate in the applicable grant process. Grant approval depends upon:
No.
They are different systems serving different purposes.
| DARPAN | e-Anudaan |
|---|---|
| NGO identification / database Platform | Government grant application/management platform |
| Associated with NITI Aayog | Used by concerned Government Ministry/Department |
| Provides DARPAN ID | Used for applicable grant schemes |
| Does not itself provide grants | Facilitates grant application/processing |
| Does not constitute FCRA approval | Does not constitute FCRA approval |
For many Government grant schemes, DARPAN ID is an important/required identifier for the NGO. The exact requirement should be checked under the particular scheme and current portal instructions.
Not necessarily.
FCRA registration concerns the receipt of foreign contribution, whereas e-Anudaan concerns Government grants.
A Government grant is not automatically a foreign contribution merely because the NGO has no FCRA registration.
However, the source and nature of the proposed funding should always be examined separately.
Yes, where the applicable Government scheme permits it. FCRA registration is generally not a prerequisite merely because an NGO wants to apply for a domestic Government grant.
The answer depends upon the particular scheme.
Many Government grant schemes require the NGO to possess valid registration/exemption under applicable Income-tax provisions, but the exact eligibility criteria should be checked scheme-wise.
Not necessarily for every e-Anudaan scheme. Whether 80G is required depends upon the relevant scheme's eligibility conditions.
No, not as a general rule.
CSR-1 is relevant to eligibility for undertaking CSR activities under the Companies Act framework. e-Anudaan is a separate Government grant mechanism.
The exact requirements vary by scheme and portal, but an NGO should generally keep the following ready:
Yes. A valid bank account in the name of the eligible organisation is generally required for Government grant purposes.
The account details must be accurate and consistent with the NGO's statutory records.
No.
Government grants should be received into the bank account of the eligible organisation in accordance with the applicable scheme requirements.
Possibly, but eligibility depends upon the particular scheme.
Some schemes may require:
Therefore, incorporation alone does not automatically make an NGO eligible.
Some schemes require the NGO to demonstrate experience in the relevant field.
For example, if the proposed project concerns:
the scheme may prescribe specific experience or institutional requirements.
Yes, subject to the eligibility requirements of each scheme.
However, the NGO should ensure that:
Yes, if the applicable scheme permits funding of existing activities/projects.
However, the NGO should clearly disclose:
A grant-in-aid is financial assistance provided by the Government to eligible organisations/institutions for carrying out activities or projects that serve the objectives of the relevant Government scheme.
Not necessarily.
A Government grant is generally subject to specific conditions regarding its purpose, utilisation, reporting and accountability. The accounting and tax treatment should be examined based on the nature and terms of the grant.
A Utilisation Certificate (UC) is a formal certification that the grant received has been utilised for the approved purpose in accordance with the terms and conditions of the sanction.
The Government may require submission and acceptance of the UC before:
Failure to submit required UCs can result in:
The NGO should maintain proper accounting records showing the receipt and utilisation of Government grants and comply with the accounting and reporting requirements of the relevant scheme.
Where the sanction conditions require separate accounting, a separate ledger/account or other appropriate accounting mechanism should be maintained.
No.
The grant must be used strictly for the approved purpose and in accordance with:
Generally, the NGO should not unilaterally divert or reallocate grant funds.
If a change is necessary, prior approval of the competent authority should be obtained wherever required.
Only if the applicable scheme and sanction specifically permit such expenditure and the required approvals are obtained.
It depends upon the applicable scheme and approved budget.
Some schemes may specifically permit expenditure on:
Others may restrict or exclude such expenditure.
Only to the extent permitted under the relevant scheme and sanctioned budget.
It may be possible in certain circumstances, but double funding of the same expenditure should be avoided.
The NGO must comply with the conditions imposed by both the Government grant and CSR funding arrangement.
Yes, potentially.
However:
Foreign contribution ? FCRA compliance
Government grant ? applicable Government scheme/grant conditions
The NGO must maintain proper identification, accounting and utilisation records.
No.
An NGO remains a separate legal entity even if it receives financial assistance from the Government.
Registration on the platform should not automatically be represented as a Government accreditation, certification or endorsement of the NGO.
An NGO should keep its:
updated wherever the portal permits or requires changes.
The NGO should update the bank details on the applicable portal and comply with any verification requirements before receiving further grant payments.
The change should be legally recorded and the relevant portal profile should be updated where required.
The NGO should ensure consistency between its:
Registration Records + DARPAN + E-Anudaan + PAN + Bank Records + Income-Tax Records.
Generally, an NGO should not transfer grant funds to another organisation unless the applicable scheme and competent authority specifically permit such arrangement.
Yes. Grant-in-aid schemes commonly provide for inspection, monitoring, verification, audit and examination of records to ensure that funds are properly utilised.
Yes. Recovery can arise where there is, for example:
This distinction is very important:
Registration = creation/maintenance of the NGO's profile on the platform.
Application = request for financial assistance under a particular scheme.
Sanction = Government approval of the grant.
Release = actual disbursement of the approved amount.
Registration does not mean that a grant has been sanctioned.
Possible reasons include:
The NGO should maintain:-
It can be useful where the NGO intends to participate in Government grant schemes in the future, but the practical benefit depends on the schemes relevant to the NGO.
Before submitting an application, the NGO should verify:
DARPAN vs E-Anudaan vs FCRA vs CSR-1
| Particular | DARPAN ID | E-Anudaan | FCRA | CSR-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | NGO identification | Government grants | Foreign contribution | CSR eligibility |
| Principal authority/system | NITI Aayog | Concerned Ministry/Department | MHA | MCA |
| Government grant | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Foreign donation | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| CSR funding | Not by itself | Not by itself | Not by itself | ? subject to eligibility |
| Creates NGO identity | ? | Profile/application | ? | ? |
| Grant approval | ? | Yes, under applicable scheme | ? | ? |
| Foreign contribution permission | ? | ? | Yes | ? |
