What is CSR and which companies must comply?

Short answerCSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) requires certain companies to spend 2% of their average net profit on social activities. It applies to a company with net worth of ₹500 crore, turnover of ₹1,000 crore, or net profit of ₹5 crore or more in a year. Spending and reporting (Form CSR-2) are mandatory.

Who must comply

Companies crossing any of the ₹500cr net worth / ₹1,000cr turnover / ₹5cr profit thresholds.

2% spend + CSR-2

Spend 2% of average net profit on permitted activities and report it in Form CSR-2. Confirm current rules.

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