NSE to Channel 10% of Annual CSR Corpus Via Social Stock Exchange Following Rule Change

As per a PTI news report, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has decided to deploy 10% of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) corpus through the NSE Social Stock Exchange (NSE-SSE).  

This comes after recent changes in CSR rules that permit companies to spend eligible CSR funds by subscribing to Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments listed on Social Stock Exchanges. 

Proposal Cleared After Rule Change 

According to the exchange, its CSR Committee had approved the proposal in principle in March 2026, subject to the required regulatory changes.  

The decision became effective after the Ministry of Corporate Affairs issued a gazette notification on May 27 allowing CSR expenditure through ZCZP instruments listed on Social Stock Exchanges. 

Platform for Social Sector Funding 

The Social Stock Exchange framework was introduced by SEBI to provide a regulated platform for non-profit organisations and social enterprises to raise funds.  

The NSE Social Stock Exchange was launched in February 2023. Since its launch, it has handled all Social Stock Exchange fundraising issuances in the country. 

Projects and Funds Raised 

NSE said 16 projects, including 2 joint listings, have together mobilised more than ₹44.5 crore through the platform.  

The funds have been raised for initiatives covering healthcare, education, women empowerment, climate action, poverty alleviation, skilling and sustainable livelihoods.  

The latest regulatory amendment is expected to allow more companies to route a part of their CSR spending through this mechanism. 

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Conclusion 

The latest announcement follows changes in the CSR framework that broaden the use of Social Stock Exchanges for corporate spending on eligible projects.  

With 10% of its annual CSR corpus set for this route, NSE has formalised its participation under the revised regulations while expanding the funding channels available for registered social sector organisations. 

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