Accreditation

About Accreditation

Accreditation is a formal recognition granted to institutions, organizations, or programs that meet specific standards of quality and performance. It typically involves an evaluation process conducted by an independent accrediting body to ensure that the entity in question adheres to defined criteria/standards.

Accreditation Details

Accreditation Charges

  • Upto ₹50 lakh: ₹5000
  • ₹50 Lakhs – 2 Crores: ₹7000
  • ₹2 Crores – 5 Crores: ₹8000
  • ₹5 Crores & above: ₹10000
Mode of Assessment

Online/Offline

Validity

1 Year

Our Standards

Governance

  • Each organization to be governed by a set of rules and procedures (Bye Laws and Board Manual)
  • Organization to have an independent and responsible board with diversity of members which is term based
  • An independent and responsible board which provides policy and strategic direction
  • An independent and responsible board which meets periodically with agenda and review its action.

Management

  • Every organization has board approved HR Policy and other relevant policies which governs the staff and its top leadership to ensure they are accountable to the organization and to the community they serve.
  • The staff have , awareness and training on all organizational policies.
  • Organization has well defined organogram with clear reporting structure.
  • Staff are hired using due process.

Operation

  • The program and mission of the organization is in line with the vision of the organization.
  • The organisation follows consultative decision making processes in planning and designing of projects.
  • The organisation periodically reviews progress of programme and corrective measures are taken timely.
  • In securing charitable funds / donations all representation of facts, description of financial condition of organization, narratives should be clear, current, accurate and complete.
  • Reference to past activities or events to be appropriately dated.
  • There should be no material or financial omission or exaggeration of facts, use of misleading photos or communication which would create false impression.

Financial Oversight

  • Every organization shall prepare audited statement yearly by the Board appointed auditors which is accurate and complete.
  • The Board shall take note of and appraise if any financial or material weakness in internal control or other significant risk and address/rectify it.
  • All organization shall exercise appropriate management and controls necessary to assure that its operation and resources are used in responsible manner with compliance of applicable laws and regulation as well ethical.
  • Each organization to provide copy of audited statements and other disclosures on written request to stakeholders. They should also provide reports upon request including financial information for which it is seeking fund as well fund received.
  • Every organization should set up compensation for its top leader/ leaders and treat related compensation with transparency, integrity and conformity for excellence in confirmation setting.
  • Use of gift / fund by organization in its charitable gift / donation has to be honored with regard to its original purpose.
  • Organisation should provide timely / appreciation /receipt / acknowledgement to the donor.
  • For big donations the organization should guide and advise them adequately.
  • Organisation should not make the givers life in jeopardy or place them in hardship.
  • No percentage of compensation for securing donation /funds for employees of stewards.
  • Have there been any occurrences of significant fraud in your organization in the last five years?
  • Is your organization under investigation (or has it been in the last year) by any government authority? If YES, please explain.
  • Is your organization involved (or has it been in the last year) in litigation that may relate to an Noblerank standard? If YES, please explain.

"Thanks again for working with us to ensure that we are in compliance with all NobleRank Standards. I found the Standards Check-In to be a valuable experience and really appreciate the process."

How Accreditation would help your organisation

Accreditation process itself is a capacity building process as it helps the organisation to improve its internal processes and accountability.

Being accredited can improve an organisation's visibility and reputation in the sector leading to more recognition.

Accreditation can be an indicator for the stakeholders that healthy transparent practices are being taken up in the organisation.

The organisation can quote the accreditation to donors, govt, corporates, philanthropist and to public with an aim to raise funds and to build a positive image.

Accreditation from a recognized body enhances the organisation credibility, which can build trust with donors, partners and public.

Many donors and funding agencies require that organisation be accredited so it can open up more opportunities for funding.

Process of Accreditation

Step 1.

Any organization which Is registered and in existence for 2 years can access the form online .

Step 2.

Fill their score / information in the tool .

Step 3

Pay the fees .

Step 4

Submission of form will be allowed. 

Step 5

The assessment team / accreditation team will review the filled form .

Step 6.

Make a call to the organization if they have a query or concern or even orherwise to ensure all is ok ( have a Heath check up of organisation through conversation) .

Step 7

The accreditation team Inform the NR Director the status of accreditation/ note in the form based on the score .

Step 8

NR director inform the organization that they are accredited / not accredited .

Step 9

A certificate can be issued.

Step 10

Organisations can use NR logo in their letterhead that they are NR accredited.

"Thanks again for working with us to ensure that we are in compliance with all NobleRank Standards. I found the Standards Check-In to be a valuable experience and really appreciate the process."

How Does Accreditation Works?

Initial Inquiry and Application

The interested organisation or company expresses interest in accreditation and receives detailed information about the process. The organisation or company submits a formal application with requested documentation.

Documentation Review

The accrediting body in NobleRank reviews the submitted documents, which may include: Legal registration certificates like society registration ,FCRA ,section 8 etc certificate Financial records and audits Governance structure and policies includes all policies,organogram,detail of board members with byelaws Reports on programs, impact, and monitoring.

Compliance Assessment

The operations, governance, and financial practices are assessed to ensure compliance with the accreditation standards.

Site Visit (if applicable)

The accrediting body may conduct an on-site visit to verify the activities and operations in practice. This helps confirm their infrastructure, project implementations, and community impact.

Evaluation and Feedback

The NobleRank reviews all findings from the documentation and on-site assessments. Feedback may be provided to the organisation for any areas that need improvement before final accreditation.

Accreditation Decision

Based on the assessments, the NobleRank makes a decision.

  • Full accreditation: The organisation meets all standards.
  • Conditional/ minimum accreditation: The organisation needs to address specific issues to achieve full NobleRank can assist them to meet those standards.
  • Denial: The organisation does not meet the required standards.The organisation is required support in order to meet standards, which NobleRank can provide.

Issuance of Accreditation

Upon successful completion, the organisation is awarded accreditation, which typically lasts for a year. The organisation may receive a certificate or seal to demonstrate its accredited status publicly.

Renewal of Accreditation

When the accreditation period ends, the organisation may need to reapply for accreditation by undergoing a similar process. These steps help ensure that organisation maintain transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in their operations.

"Thanks again for working with us to ensure that we are in compliance with all NobleRank Standards. I found the Standards Check-In to be a valuable experience and really appreciate the process."