MCA Introduces Web-Based CSR-1 Form for CSR Entity Registration

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Notification No. G.S.R 452(E); Dated: 07.07.2025

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has introduced a key amendment to the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 through the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Amendment Rules, 2025. This amendment is aimed at simplifying the registration process for entities intending to undertake Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.

1. Web-Based Form CSR-1 Introduced

Effective from July 14, 2025, Form CSR-1—which was earlier filed in PDF format—will now be available as a web-based form on the MCA21 portal. This move aligns with the government’s broader objective to digitise compliance procedures and enhance ease of doing business.

2. Purpose of Form CSR-1

Form CSR-1 is the mandatory registration form for the following entities that intend to carry out CSR activities on behalf of companies:

  • A company established under section 8 of the Companies Act
  • A registered public trust
  • A registered society

Such entities must be registered with the Central Government by filing this form before undertaking any CSR project or programme.

3. Key Information Required in Web-Based Form CSR-1

The newly formatted web-based CSR-1 form continues to seek comprehensive details about the applying entity, including:

  • Entity Details:

    1. Type of entity (company, trust, society)
    2. Date of incorporation/registration
    3. Registered address and official email ID
    4. PAN of the entity

  • Key Functionaries’ Details:

    1. Information about directors, trustees, or office bearers
    2. Details of chairman, secretary, and authorised representative of the entity

These details are essential for verification and establishing accountability in CSR implementation.

4. Expected Benefits of the Amendment

  • Simplified Filing Process – Elimination of physical form upload, ensuring direct data entry and validation online.
  • Increased Transparency – Centralised digital submission aids in maintaining an authentic record of eligible CSR entities.
  • Timely Approvals – Real-time validation is expected to expedite registration timelines.
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Taxmann Publications has a dedicated in-house Research & Editorial Team. This team consists of a team of Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Lawyers. This team works under the guidance and supervision of editor-in-chief Mr Rakesh Bhargava.

The Research and Editorial Team is responsible for developing reliable and accurate content for the readers. The team follows the six-sigma approach to achieve the benchmark of zero error in its publications and research platforms. The team ensures that the following publication guidelines are thoroughly followed while developing the content:

  • The statutory material is obtained only from the authorized and reliable sources
  • All the latest developments in the judicial and legislative fields are covered
  • Prepare the analytical write-ups on current, controversial, and important issues to help the readers to understand the concept and its implications
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  • All evidence-based statements are supported with proper reference to Section, Circular No., Notification No. or citations
  • The golden rules of grammar, style and consistency are thoroughly followed
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