FCRA is an abbreviation for the “Foreign Contribution Regulation Act.” It is a law enacted by the Government of India that governs receiving financial aid or contributions from foreign nations. The Indian government enacted FRCA on 31 March 1976, under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

An organization having a definite cultural, economic, educational, religious or social program shall accept foreign contribution, only after such organization obtains a certificate of registration from the Central Government.