Sarkari Yojana

National CSR Awards

Quick Summary: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs confers the National CSR Awards on companies whose CSR initiatives deliver innovative, sustainable social impact, across three categories ranging from overall CSR excellence to work in aspirational districts.

About National CSR Awards

Instituted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, the National CSR Awards recognise companies whose innovative and sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives have benefited society, and stand as India’s highest honour for CSR excellence. The awards aim to: 1. Spur healthy competition among companies across categories to drive excellence in their CSR work 2. Encourage companies to fully utilise their eligible CSR spend 3. Recognise impact, innovation, use of technology, attention to gender and environmental issues, and the sustainability, scalability, and replicability of CSR activities; and 4. Steer corporate CSR activity so its benefits reach marginalised communities and remote parts of the country. The National CSR Awards comprise three main categories: 1. Corporate Awards for Excellence in CSR 2. CSR Awards for CSR in Aspirational Districts/Difficult Terrains 3. CSR Awards for contribution in National Priority Areas

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for National CSR Awards, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be a company registered under…

The applicant must be a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 or 2013, and compliant with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.

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The CSR project and its expenditure must fall…

The CSR project and its expenditure must fall within the specified financial years.

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The CSR project/programme's impact must be demonstrated for…

The CSR project/programme's impact must be demonstrated for the required reporting period, as per the submitted details.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

National CSR Awards provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Winners receive a trophy and scroll, while…

Winners receive a trophy and scroll, while runners-up are given a medal and scroll.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Duly filled nomination/application form

Duly filled nomination/application form

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Company registration certificate (under the Companies Act 1956/2013)

Company registration certificate (under the Companies Act 1956/2013)

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Details of the CSR project along with an…

Details of the CSR project along with an expenditure report

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An impact assessment/report covering CSR activities

An impact assessment/report covering CSR activities

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Relevant supporting documents or certificates for the CSR…

Relevant supporting documents or certificates for the CSR work

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for National CSR Awards through the online application process outlined below.

Registration:

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Head to the official website and use the…

Head to the official website and use the Registration button.

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Choose the applicable category

Choose the applicable category: Individual or Organization.

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Key in the details below

Key in the details below: Individual: Name, Date of Birth, Nominator Type, Mobile, Email, Aadhaar Number. Organization: Type, Authorized Person Name, Date of Birth, Organization Description, Designation, Mobile, Email, Aadhaar Number.

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Finish registering by clicking Submit

Finish registering by clicking Submit. Apply:

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Enter your registered credentials on the Log in…

Enter your registered credentials on the Log in page of the portal.

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From the awards list, pick the scheme and…

From the awards list, pick the scheme and select "Nominate / Apply Now".

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Enter information in all the mandatory fields of…

Enter information in all the mandatory fields of the online form.

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Finish by clicking Submit to lodge your application

Finish by clicking Submit to lodge your application.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References