CSR Advisory

Corporate Social Responsibility advisory under Section 135 Companies Act — CSR policy, project structuring, implementation, reporting and Form CSR-2 filing.

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Overview

Understanding CSR Advisory

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an essential aspect of responsible business governance. Companies covered under the Companies Act, 2013 are required to undertake CSR activities and comply with applicable reporting and spending obligations. Effective CSR planning not only ensures legal compliance but also helps organizations create a positive social impact and strengthen their corporate reputation. CSR Advisory involves providing professional guidance on Corporate Social Responsibility obligations, strategy development, project implementation, compliance management, impact assessment, and reporting. It helps organizations align their social initiatives with business objectives while fulfilling legal responsibilities.
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Strategic CSR Design

Beyond compliance — CSR aligned with business and stakeholder strategy.

Partner Vetting

Implementing agency due diligence (12A, 80G, FCRA, governance, track record).

Impact Assessment

Coordinated impact studies for projects > ₹1 crore.

Form CSR-2 Filing

Annual reporting handled with full Schedule VII compliance.

What We Cover

Key Highlights

Ensures Statutory Compliance
Strategic CSR Planning
Enhanced Corporate Reputation
Effective Utilization of CSR Funds
Improved Social Impact
Risk Mitigation and Governance
Transparent Reporting and Disclosure
Stakeholder Engagement
Monitoring and Impact Assessment
Sustainable Business Growth
Our Process

How We Help You

A straightforward, transparent path from first call to resolution.

1Applicability Diagnosis

Verify thresholds; compute 2% mandate.

2Committee & Policy

Constitute CSR Committee; adopt CSR Policy.

3Partner Selection

Vet implementing agencies; CSR-1 registration confirmation.

4Project Approval

Board approval for annual CSR action plan.

5Implementation & Audit

Execute projects; maintain audit-ready records.

6Reporting

Annual report under Schedule III; Form CSR-2 filing within 31 March of next FY.

Legal Framework

Applicable Laws & Regulations

Key statutes, rules and judicial precedents that govern this service.

Companies Act, 2013 — Section 135

CSR mandate framework.

Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014 (as amended 2021)

Procedural framework.

Schedule VII

Permissible CSR activity categories.

Section 135(7)

Penalty for non-compliance — 2x unspent amount or ₹1 crore (whichever less).

Avoid These Mistakes

Common Pitfalls

Costly errors we routinely help clients fix — or better, avoid altogether.

Schedule VII Non-Alignment

Activities not aligned with Schedule VII don't qualify as CSR — leading to spend disallowance and penalty.

Unspent Without Transfer

Unspent CSR (excluding ongoing projects) must transfer to specified fund within 6 months. Default invites penalty.

Implementing Agency Without CSR-1

CSR contributions to non-CSR-1 registered agencies don't qualify.

Missing Impact Assessment

Projects > ₹1 crore (for companies with > ₹10 crore CSR spend in 3 years) require impact assessment.

FAQs

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you begin

Mandatory for companies meeting any threshold under Section 135 (net worth, turnover, or net profit). Spending less than 2% requires explanation in Board's report.
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