India’s nonprofit sector plays a critical role in addressing some of the country’s most pressing social challenges. The India Nonprofit Report 2026 by Dasra offers a comprehensive view of the sector’s current realities, emerging opportunities, and the changes needed to build stronger, more resilient institutions for the future. The report highlights the scale, diversity, and operational challenges facing nonprofits across India while exploring the trends shaping the sector’s next phase of growth.

With this report, you will be able to:

1. Explore the current state and operational realities of India’s nonprofit sector.
2. Explore highlights of emerging trends and opportunities shaping the future of civil society.
3. Examine challenges related to organisational resilience and long-term sustainability.
4. Be encouraged for greater investment in strengthening nonprofit institutions, not just programmes.
5. Gain insights to help sector leaders navigate a rapidly evolving funding and policy landscape.

This report is recommended for NGO leaders, fundraisers, nonprofit managers, CSR professionals, philanthropies, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of India’s social sector.