DARPAN Registration

DARPAN (NGO Partnership System) is a digital platform developed by NITI Aayog to facilitate partnership between NGOs and government agencies. It serves as a single window for NGOs to access various government schemes, funding opportunities, and collaborative programs. Registration on DARPAN is essential for NGOs seeking government partnership, grants, and recognition as it provides credibility, direct access to funding, and opportunities for capacity building and networking.

Eligible organizations include: Registered Trusts, Societies, Section 8 Companies, and other non-profit organizations with minimum 3 years of operational history. Key requirements: Valid legal registration, 12A and 80G certificates, audited financial statements for 3 years, clear developmental focus, good compliance record, proper governance structure, and documented activities with impact assessment. Organizations must demonstrate their contribution to developmental goals and alignment with government priorities.

The complete process takes 20-45 days including: Eligibility assessment and document preparation (5-7 days), Online profile creation and application submission (3-5 days), NITI Aayog verification and background checks (15-30 days), Final approval and DARPAN ID generation (2-5 days). The timeline depends on document completeness, verification requirements, and response time during the review process. We ensure faster processing through proper preparation and follow-up.

DARPAN registration provides: Direct partnership opportunities with Central and State governments, Access to various funding schemes and grants, Priority consideration for government projects, Enhanced credibility and recognition, Networking opportunities with other NGOs, Capacity building workshops and training programs, Technical assistance from government experts, Policy advocacy platform participation, Simplified application process for multiple schemes, and Real-time project monitoring and reporting tools.

DARPAN registration itself is free of cost as it's a government initiative. However, associated costs include: Professional service fee for complete registration assistance: ₹25,000-₹50,000, Document preparation and certification: ₹5,000-₹15,000, Legal compliance and audit costs: ₹10,000-₹25,000, and Profile optimization and content development: ₹8,000-₹20,000. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden charges and offer payment flexibility.

Post-registration requirements include: Regular profile updates with current information, Annual activity reports with impact assessment, Financial compliance and audit submissions, Project implementation progress reports, Beneficiary data and feedback collection, Partnership agreements and MOUs updates, Capacity building participation records, and Compliance with specific scheme requirements when accessing funding. We provide ongoing support for maintaining compliance and maximizing platform benefits.

Yes, applications can be rejected for reasons including: Incomplete or incorrect documentation, Insufficient operational history or impact demonstration, Non-compliance with legal requirements, Poor financial management or audit issues, Lack of clear developmental focus, Governance deficiencies, or Misrepresentation of information. If rejected, organizations can address the issues and reapply. We minimize rejection risks through thorough preparation, document verification, and compliance checks before submission.

DARPAN registration provides: Single window access to multiple government schemes, Streamlined application process for funding opportunities, Priority consideration for government grants and projects, Direct communication channels with ministry officials, Early notification about new funding opportunities, Simplified documentation requirements for scheme applications, Enhanced credibility during funding evaluations, Access to capacity building support for better project implementation, and Monitoring tools for effective fund utilization and reporting.