IICA concludes Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2026)

Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs · Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2026)

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What was announced

The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) concluded the Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2026) in New Delhi under the theme 'Re-envisioning the Spirit of CSR for Viksit Bharat: From Compliance to Commitment.' Discussions focused on outcome-driven CSR, governance, technology/AI adoption, and stakeholder convergence through platforms like the CSR Exchange. Additionally, compendiums of CSR best practices from previous exhibitions were officially released.

Why it matters

Fact: The conference brought together key CSR grantmakers including SBI Foundation, ICICI Bank, and HCLFoundation to discuss CSR convergence, skills, and employment. Interpretation: While this article does not contain open calls for proposals or funding opportunities, tracking the highlighted themes (such as the CSR Exchange and outcome assessment) can help align future skilling proposals with the priorities of major corporate donors.

Evidence of partnership / funding intent

No request for NGO partners stated. The conference discussed stakeholder collaboration and the CSR Exchange platform, but did not invite or seek NGO implementation partners.

Recommended next action

Monitor developments around the Ministry of Corporate Affairs' CSR Exchange platform for potential registration and NGO profiling opportunities.

Evidence

Confirmed in sourceConference deliberations covered topics including regional distribution of CSR, skills, and employment.
“He noted that the Conference had examined issues relating to Board governance, sector-specific CSR approaches, technology and Artificial Intelligence, convergence through the CSR Exchange, women’s economic empowerment, regional distribution of CSR resources, skills and employment”
Confirmed in sourceIICA held the Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility in New Delhi.
“The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, concluded the Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2026) at The Ashok, New Delhi.”

Interpretations & unknowns

[interpretation] The article represents a high-level conference summary rather than a direct funding or RFP announcement.

Missing information / uncertainties

Direct grant application processes or RFPs
Contact details for participating corporate CSR foundations
Specific funding allocations or grant cycles
Single secondary source — look for the company's own announcement.

Sources & coverage

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IICA concludes Third National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR 2026)
Published: 9 Oct 2026, 16:34 IST (from the publisher) · Retrieved: 12 Oct 2026, 07:08 IST
The proceedings also included a cultural presentation by artists from the Ministry of Culture before the formal Valedictory Session.