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NGO Darpan Registration

The NITI Aayog ID that government grants require.

Reviewed by CA Hitendra Pal Singh· company law, tax and complianceLast reviewed

NGO Darpan is the NITI Aayog portal that assigns a unique ID to voluntary organisations. Most central and state grant schemes, and CSR funders, ask for it before they will fund you.

What is included

  • Portal registration
  • Office-bearer and PAN linking
  • Unique ID issuance

What comes after

Next, most people need

FCRA Registration

Darpan is the ID the FCRA application asks for. If foreign donations are on the horizon, the FCRA file is the next thing to build.

from ₹19,999 · Government fee ₹10,000 for registration (₹5,000 for prior permission), paid online.

See FCRA Registration

What we will need from you

  • Registration certificate
  • PAN of the organisation
  • PAN and Aadhaar of office bearers
  • Details of activities and sources of funds

How long it takes

Typically 7–15 working days.

Timelines are typical, not guaranteed. Government processing times vary, and a query from the officer adds to them. We will tell you where yours stands.

Common questions

Is Darpan the same as FCRA?

No. Darpan is an identity registration; FCRA is a separate licence needed before receiving foreign donations, and Darpan is a prerequisite for it.