{"id":955,"date":"2026-04-08T11:46:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T11:46:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=955"},"modified":"2026-04-10T11:40:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:40:31","slug":"corporate-social-responsibility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/","title":{"rendered":"CSR \u2013 Corporate Social Responsibility: A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies in India have to do something called Corporate Social Responsibility. This means they have some statutory obligations towards the people and the planet. They have to make sure they are doing things in ethical way and helping people at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Meaning_and_Concept_of_CSR\" >Meaning and Concept of CSR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Legal_Framework_of_CSR_in_India\" >Legal Framework of CSR in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Applicability_of_CSR_Provisions\" >Applicability of CSR Provisions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Calculation_of_Net_Profit_for_CSR\" >Calculation of Net Profit for CSR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Committee_%E2%80%93_Composition_Roles_Functions\" >CSR Committee &#8211; Composition, Roles &amp; Functions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Composition\" >Composition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Roles_Functions\" >Roles &amp; Functions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Policy_%E2%80%93_Key_Components\" >CSR Policy &#8211; Key Components<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Activities_under_Schedule_VII\" >CSR Activities under Schedule VII<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Modes_of_Undertaking_CSR_Activities\" >Modes of Undertaking CSR Activities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Spending_Requirements\" >CSR Spending Requirements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Treatment_of_Unspent_CSR_Amount\" >Treatment of Unspent CSR Amount<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Ongoing_Projects\" >Ongoing Projects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Reporting_and_Disclosure\" >CSR Reporting and Disclosure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#CSR_Audit_Impact_Assessment\" >CSR Audit &amp; Impact Assessment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\" >Penalties for Non-Compliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Practical_Challenges_in_CSR_Implementation\" >Practical Challenges in CSR Implementation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Best_Practices_for_Effective_CSR\" >Best Practices for Effective CSR<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mylegalbusiness.com\/blog\/corporate-social-responsibility\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Meaning_and_Concept_of_CSR\"><\/span>Meaning and Concept of CSR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Corporate Social Responsibility is when a company helps society. It is not about making money. Companies do things that help people and the earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Corporate Social Responsibility is, about giving back to society and making sure everyone is doing well. Companies that do Corporate Social Responsibility want to make sure they are helping people and doing things that&#8217;re good for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal_Framework_of_CSR_in_India\"><\/span>Legal Framework of CSR in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CSR is governed by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014 (amended from time to time)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is the first country to legally mandate CSR spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applicability_of_CSR_Provisions\"><\/span>Applicability of CSR Provisions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CSR provisions apply if a company meets any of the following criteria in the preceding financial year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Net worth \u2265 \u20b9500 crore<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turnover \u2265 \u20b91000 crore<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Net profit \u2265 \u20b95 crore<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once applicable, CSR provisions continue for 3 years even if thresholds are not met subsequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calculation_of_Net_Profit_for_CSR\"><\/span>Calculation of Net Profit for CSR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Net profit is calculated as per Section 198 of the Companies Act, 2013<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excludes:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Profits from overseas branches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dividends received from other CSR-compliant companies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average net profit of last 3 financial years is considered<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Committee_%E2%80%93_Composition_Roles_Functions\"><\/span>CSR Committee &#8211; Composition, Roles &amp; Functions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Composition\"><\/span>Composition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 3 directors (including 1 independent director)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private companies (without independent director) can have 2 directors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foreign companies must have at least 2 persons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Roles_Functions\"><\/span>Roles &amp; Functions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Formulate CSR Policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommend CSR expenditure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify and approve CSR projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor implementation and utilization of funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure compliance with CSR provisions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Policy_%E2%80%93_Key_Components\"><\/span>CSR Policy &#8211; Key Components<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A CSR Policy must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>List of approved CSR projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modalities of execution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring mechanism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual action plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treatment of surplus arising out of CSR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Activities_under_Schedule_VII\"><\/span>CSR Activities under Schedule VII<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CSR activities must align with Schedule VII, which includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eradicating hunger &amp; poverty &#8211; food distribution, healthcare support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promoting education &#8211; schools, scholarships, digital learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gender equality &amp; women empowerment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental sustainability &#8211; afforestation, renewable energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protection of national heritage &amp; culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rural development &amp; slum area development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disaster management &amp; relief funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Modes_of_Undertaking_CSR_Activities\"><\/span>Modes of Undertaking CSR Activities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies can implement CSR through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct implementation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registered trusts, societies, or Section 8 companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration with other companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government-approved funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Spending_Requirements\"><\/span>CSR Spending Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 2% of average net profits of last 3 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative overheads capped at 5% of CSR expenditure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surplus from CSR activities must not form part of business profits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_of_Unspent_CSR_Amount\"><\/span>Treatment of Unspent CSR Amount<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>(a) Ongoing Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transfer to Unspent CSR Account within 30 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilise within 3 financial years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If not utilised \u2192 transfer to Schedule VII Fund<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>(b) Other than Ongoing Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transfer to specified funds within 6 months of financial year end<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ongoing_Projects\"><\/span>Ongoing Projects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Multi-year CSR projects (maximum 3 years excluding year of commencement)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be approved by Board<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Require continuous monitoring and reporting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Reporting_and_Disclosure\"><\/span>CSR Reporting and Disclosure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Include CSR report in Board\u2019s Report<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disclose composition of CSR Committee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide details of CSR spent and unspent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload CSR policy on website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CSR_Audit_Impact_Assessment\"><\/span>CSR Audit &amp; Impact Assessment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Impact assessment mandatory for companies with CSR obligation \u2265 \u20b910 crore (in certain cases)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conducted by independent agencies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps evaluate effectiveness of CSR projects<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Penalties_for_Non-Compliance\"><\/span>Penalties for Non-Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Company penalty: Twice the unspent amount or \u20b91 crore (whichever is less)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Officer penalty: 1\/10th of unspent amount or \u20b92 lakh (whichever is less)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Challenges_in_CSR_Implementation\"><\/span>Practical Challenges in CSR Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identifying genuine projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring fund utilization<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measuring social impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulatory compliance burden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Practices_for_Effective_CSR\"><\/span>Best Practices for Effective CSR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Align CSR with business strategy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on long-term projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure transparency and reporting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partner with credible NGOs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct periodic impact assessments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doing good for the community is now a law that companies in India have to follow. When companies do Corporate Social Responsibility effectively it makes a difference to the people and also makes the company look good, to everyone including the people who own a part of the company and the people who work with the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1. What is CSR applicability threshold?<\/strong><br>Net worth \u20b9500 crore, turnover \u20b91000 crore, or net profit \u20b95 crore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2. How much should a company spend on CSR?<\/strong><br>Minimum 2% of average net profits of last 3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3. What is an ongoing project?<\/strong><br>A multi-year CSR project undertaken by a company (up to 3 years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4. Can CSR funds be used for employee benefits?<\/strong><br>No, exclusive employee benefits are not allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5. What happens to surplus from CSR activities?<\/strong><br>It must be reinvested in CSR and cannot be treated as business profit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6. Is CSR mandatory in India?<\/strong><br>Yes, for eligible companies under Section 135.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q7. 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