Rule · SECP · 16 Apr 2019

Associations with Charitable and Not for Profit Objects Regulations, 2018

Licensed companies must apply for license renewal via NFP Form 2 three months prior to expiration. They must close accounts on June 30, maintain donor/donee registers, and receive funds through banking channels. Promoters must donate at least 200,000 rupees, and members’ liability must not be less than 100,000 rupees. Companies must not pay remuneration to members, engage in trade, or accept foreign donations without permission. Directors and CEOs must meet fit and proper criteria, including no tax defaults or insolvency.

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  • “the same having been previously published vide notification S.R.O 450 (1)/2017 dated June 07, 2017”

  • “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (xv) S.R.O 285(1)/2017 dated April 18, 2017.”

  • Circular No. 12 dated 2011-08-19Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (iv) Circular No. 12 of 2011 dated August 19, 2011;”

  • Circular No. 13 dated 2016-04-05Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (xi) Circular No. 13 of 2016 dated April 05, 2016;”

  • Circular No. 2 dated 2012-01-16Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (v) Circular No. 2 of 2012 dated January 16, 2012;”

  • Circular No. 2 dated 2015-01-01Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (vi) Circular No. 02 of 2015 dated January 01, 2015;”

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  • Circular No. 28 dated 2015-08-10Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (ix) Circular No. 28 of 2015 dated August 10, 2015;”

  • Circular No. 29 dated 2008-12-24Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (ii) Circular No. 29 of 2008 dated December 24, 2008;”

  • Circular No. 34 dated 2016-11-07Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (xiii) Circular No. 34 of 2016 dated November 07, 2016;”

  • Circular No. 4 dated 2009-02-27Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (iii) Circular No. 4 of 2009 dated February 27, 2009;”

  • Circular No. 4 dated 2015-01-30Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (vii) Circular No. 04 of 2015 dated January 30, 2015;”

  • Circular No. 45 dated 2015-12-16Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (x) Circular No. 45 of 2015 dated December 16, 2015;”

  • Circular No. 5 dated 2015-01-30Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (viii) Circular No. 05 of 2015 dated January 30, 2015;”

  • Notification No. 527 dated 2016-06-07Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (xiv) S.R.O 527(D/2016 dated June 07, 2016;”

  • Rule No. 6 of 1985Not in RegAlert

    “The following rules, circulars and notifications hereinafter referred to as repealed instruments, are hereby repealed, namely,— (i) Rule 6 of Companies (General Provisions and Forms) Rules, 1985;”

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Against Associations with Charitable and Not For Profit Objects (Licensing and Corporate Governance) Regulations, 2017 (2017-06-07)

21 new obligations · 8 changed obligations · 3 amounts or limits changed · 5 deadlines changed · 7 changes of scope · 9 changes of who is bound · 86 not carried over

56 obligations are the same in both texts.

Changed (32)
  • Deadline
    Before
    3. Compliance by existing companies.- (1) All companies licensed under section 42 of the company law at the time of coming into force of these regulations, shall comply with all the requirements of these regulations within a period of six months from the date of notification of these regulations in the Official Gazette.
    Now
    3. Compliance by existing companies.—(1) All companies licensed under section 42 of the company law at the time of coming into force of these regulations, shall comply with all the requirements of these regulations.
  • Scope
    Before
    (2) An association may apply for the promotion of single or multiple objects as provided in section 42 of the Act or as may be directed by the Commission.
    Now
    (2) An application for license under sub-regulation (1) may be made for promotion of single or multiple objects as provided in section 42 of the Act.
  • What must be done
    Before
    (3) Where an association applies for a license for the promotion of multiple objects, it shall have at least one promoter or director each of whom possesses sufficient educational background, skill and expertise in at least one field of the proposed objects so that all the promoters collectively have sufficient educational background, skill and expertise related to all of the objects and in case …
    Now
    (4) Where an association applies for a licence for the promotion of multiple objects, it shall have at least one promoter in each field of the proposed objects who possesses adequate experience in that field so that all the promoters or directors collectively have sufficient experience related to each object.
  • Deadline
    Before
    6. Incorporation of association.- (1) The association which has been granted a license by the Commission under regulation (5) shall apply for its incorporation as a company under the provisions of the Act within a period of 30 days of the date of issuance of such license:
    Now
    6. Incorporation of association.—(1) The association which has been granted a license by the Commission under regulation 5, shall apply for its incorporation as a public limited company under the provisions of the Act within sixty (60) days of the date of issuance of such license: Provided that the Commission may, under special circumstances, on an application made by the promoters, extend such t…
  • What must be done
    Before
    7. Conditions applicable to section 42 companies.- (1) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the power of the Commission under section 42 of the Act and Regulation 5, a license may be granted to associations, subject to the following conditions, namely:- (ii) the company shall utilize all its money, property, donations or income or any part thereof solely for promoting its obje…
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (ii) the company shall utilize all its money, property, donations or income or any part thereof solely for promoting its objects: Provided that any surplus or money not exceeding the amount as specified in the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 may be invested in the instruments or securities…
  • Scope
    Before
    (iii) there shall be at least three promoters or subscribers to its memorandum and articles of association or three directors if already registered as a company under the provisions of the company law;
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (iii) It shall be registered as a public limited company having at least three promoters;
  • Amount or limit
    Before
    (iv) the limit of liability for each of its members shall not be less than one hundred thousand rupees;
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (iv) the limit of liability for each of its members shall not be less than one hundred thousand rupees or such other amount as may be notified by the Commission;
  • Scope
    Before
    (v) each promoter shall undertake to donate a reasonable amount of not less than two hundred thousand rupees as start-up donation or as advised by the Commission in each case:
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (v) each promoter shall undertake to donate a reasonable amount but not less than two hundred thousand rupees as start-up donation or such other amount as may be required by the Commission: Provided that this requirement shall not be applicable in case of a promoter representing or no…
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (vi) the directors or the chief executive officer shall be entitled only for reimbursement or payment of actual expenses incurred by them for attending meetings;
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (vi) the directors and the chief executive officer shall be entitled only for reimbursement or payment of actual expenses incurred by them for attending meetings;
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (vii) payment of remuneration and other benefits shall be allowed only to the chief executive officer and directors who are non-members and are in the whole-time employment of the company;
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (vii) payment of remuneration and other benefits shall be allowed only to the chief executive officer and directors who are non-members and are in the whole-time employment of the company: Provided that this requirement shall not be applicable on the chief executive officer and direct…
  • Deadline
    Before
    (viii) payment of remuneration or other benefits by the company or its subsidiary entity for services or otherwise to members of the company or to their relatives whether holding an office in the company or its subsidiary or not, shall be prohibited:
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (viii) payment of remuneration or other benefits by the company or its subsidiary entity for services or otherwise to members of the 1459(6) THE GAZETTE OF PAKISTAN, EXTRA., JUNE 11, 2018 [PART II company or to their close relatives whether holding an office in the company or its subs…
  • Scope
    Before
    (ix) no change in the memorandum and articles of association shall be made except with the prior approval of the Commission;
    Now
    Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (ix) no change in the memorandum of association shall be made except with the prior approval of the Commission;
  • Scope
    Before
    (x) patronage of any government or authority, express or implied, shall not be claimed unless such government or authority has signified its consent thereto in writing;
    Now
    patronage of any government or authority or renowned personalities and organizations whether local or foreign, express or implied, shall not be claimed unless such person has signified its consent thereto in writing;
  • Scope
    Before
    (xv) the company shall not enter the name of any new member(other than in lieu of the promoter where prior approval of Commission is required)in the register of members unless he meets the fit and proper criteria as prescribed under these regulations;
    Now
    (xv) the company shall not admit any new member unless he meets the fit and proper criteria as contained in these regulations: Provided that this condition shall not be applicable on members representing or nominated by Government or an institution or authority or other statutory body of the Federal or Provincial Government(s);
  • Who is bound
    Before
    Provided that this condition shall not be applicable on members representing or nominated by government or an institution or authority or other statutory body of the Federal or Provincial Government(s) or any other entity.
    Now
    Provided that this condition shall not be applicable on nominees of Government or an institution or authority or other statutory body of the Federal or Provincial Government(s):
  • Amount or limit
    Before
    Provided that amounts equivalent to or less than fifty thousand rupees can be received in cash for which proper entries in the books and record of donor shall be maintained and such amount shall be deposited in the bank account of the company; and
    Now
    Provided that amounts equivalent to or less than twenty thousand rupees can be received in cash for which proper entries in the books and records of donor shall be maintained and such amount shall be immediately deposited in the bank account of the company;
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (v) a system of sound internal control is established, which is effectively implemented and maintained at all levels within the company;
    Now
    (xxv) the company shall ensure that a system of sound internal control is established, which is effectively implemented and maintained at all levels within the company to ensure safeguarding of its charitable assets.
  • Deadline
    Before
    8. Renewal of license.- (1) An association which was issued license under the company law shall, within a period of not earlier than six months and not later than three months before the expiration of validity period of the earlier issued license, make an application to the Commission through its authorized officer or authorized intermediary for renewal of the license.
    Now
    8. Renewal of license.—(l) The company which was issued license under the company law shall, within a period of three months, prior to expiration of license, make an application to the Commission for renewal.
  • Who is bound
    Before
    10. Fit and proper criteria for promoters, members, directors and chief executive officer.- (1) Each of the promoters and proposed chief executive officer of a proposed company or members, directors and chief executive officer of an existing company, as the case may be, shall meet the fit and proper criteria as provided in these regulations in order to act as promoter, director or chief executive…
    Now
    10. Fit and proper•criteria for promoters, members, directors and chief executive officer.—(1) Each of the promoters, directors, chief executive officer and members of an association shall meet the fit and proper criteria as provided in these regulations:
  • What must be done
    Before
    Provided further that a proposed new member in lieu thereof shall be appointed or opted by the company subject to fulfillment of fit and proper criteria as prescribed under these regulations and prior approval of the Commission on application of the company;
    Now
    Provided further that the fit and proper criteria shall remain applicable at all times and in case of any non-compliance at any point of time, the company shall be responsible for replacement of above referred persons for which necessary approval of the Commission shall be obtained.
  • What must be done
    Before
    (i) Integrity and track record.- A person must fulfill the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company:- (a) has not been found associated with any money laundering or terrorist financing activities, illegal banking business, illegal deposit taking or financial dealings; or
    Now
    (i) Integrity and track record.—A person shall fulfil the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company,— (a) he has not been found associated with any money laundering or terrorist financing activities, illegal banking business, illegal. deposit taking or financial dealings, and also understand the company's unique risks including …
  • Scope
    Before
    Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (iii) Qualification and experience.- A person must fulfill the following requirements in order to act as director or chief executive officer of the company:
    Now
    (iii) Qualification and experience.– A person shall possess adequate qualification and experience in order to act as promoter, director or chief executive officer of the company.
  • What must be done
    Before
    (4) The board of directors of the company shall within a period of ten days of revocation of license shortlist the names of companies licensed under section 42 of the Act preferably having similar or identical objects to those of the company to whom the assets of the company may be transferred.
    Now
    (5) Subject to the requirements of section 43 of the Act, the board of directors of the company shall within a period of ten days of revocation of license shortlist and approve the name of transferee company which has provided concurrence to receive the assets of the company.
  • What must be done
    Before
    (7) Subsequent to the approval of the members, the chief executive officer shall proceed to transfer all the assets of the company after satisfaction of all debts and liabilities to another company licensed under section 42 and approved by the members in accordance with the Board approved policy within time frame specified in the Act.
    Now
    (6) Subsequent to the approval of the board, the chief executive officer shall proceed to transfer the assets of the company after satisfaction of all debts and liabilities by entering into agreement with approved transferee company and such agreement shall set out the roles and responsibilities of transferor and transferee companies and mechanism for transfer of assets along with details of asse…
  • What must be done
    Before
    12. Surrender of License.- (1) The Company may apply to the Commission for voluntary surrender of license and the Commission may revoke the license if it deems it expedient.
    Now
    (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— 12. Surrender of License.—(1) The Company may apply to the Commission for voluntary surrender of license along with reasons for the same and the Commission may revoke the license if it deems it expedien…
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (ii) copy of computerized national identity card (CNIC)/ valid passport (in case of foreigner)of each promoter and proposed chief executive officer;
    Now
    Enclosures: I. copy of national identity card (NIC)/NICOP/valid passport (in case of foreigner) of each promoter, proposed directors and proposed chief executive officer;
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (iii) Curriculum Vitae of each promoter and proposed chief executive officer as per Annexure-II;
    Now
    Enclosures: 2. curriculum vitae of each promoter, proposed directors and proposed chief executive officer as per
  • Who is bound
    Before
    (iv) an affidavit by each promoter and proposed chief executive officer as per Annexure-III;
    Now
    3. an affidavit by each promoter, proposed directors and proposed chief executive officer as per
  • What must be done
    Before
    (v) resolution of all existing members for the proposed change of status;
    Now
    If the association is already registered under any other law for the time being in force. the following shall also be annexed with the application: (iv) resolution of all existing members for the proposed change of status along with names of proposed members of the section 42 company being formed;
  • Amount or limit
    Before
    CNIC/Passport No , do hereby state on solemn affirmation as under that I:- (c) shall contribute a reasonable amount but not less than Rs. /- as startup donation to the proposed company/company.
    Now
    (c) shall contribute a reasonable amount but not less than Rs.200,000/- as startup donation to the association/company.
  • Who is bound
    Before
    The same shall be deposited in the company's account within a period of six months of its incorporation/grant of license(in case of existing companies) which shall be used for the attainment of its object(s) and shall not be refundable to the subscribers, directly or indirectly;(this clause is applicable only promoters in case of application for grant of license under regulation 4)
    Now
    The same shall be deposited in the company's account \\ ithina period of siN months of its incorporation which shall be used for the attainment of its object(s) and shall not be refundable to the promoters, directly or indirectly;
  • Deadline
    Before
    3. This licence is granted subject to the conditions as mentioned overleaf.
    Now
    3. This licence is granted for a period of three (3) years subject to other conditions as mentioned in the Association with Charitable and Not for Profit Objects Regulations, 2018 or any other additional condition(s) where mentioned overleaf.
New in this text (21)
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (i) the conditions imposed under these regulations or any other additional conditions imposed by the Commission shall be deemed to be included in the memorandum of association of the company;
  • Provided further that this requirement shall not be applicable on the chjef executive officer and directors of a non-bank microfinance company licensed under the Non-Banking Finance Companies (Establishment and Regulation) Rules, 2003 as such persons shall be required to comply with the fit and proper criteria specified in Non-Banking Finance Companies and Notified Entities Regulations, 2008;
  • (xvii) subject to compliance with section 199 of the Act and regulations made thereunder, the company shall make no investment, whatsoever, in any of its associated companies or associated undertakings except with prior approval of the Commission and subject to such conditions as it may deem fit to impose;
  • (xxiv) the company shall ensure that the donations received and the charitable assets are utilized exclusively for charitable purposes and are not utilized or diverted to the benefit of the entities and individuals designated under the United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) sanctions list as maintained and periodically updated on UNSC's website;
  • Such a system of sound internal control is characterized, inter-alia, by: (b) having appropriate controls in place to ensure that donors, beneficiaries, promoters, members, directors, stakeholders employees, volunteers or other people associated with the company or its associated company are not listed as a designated individual or entity which is subject to targeted financial sanctions;
  • Provided that the Commission shall assess the fitness and propriety of the promoters, directors and the chief executive officer whereas the company shall assesses the fitness and propriety of its members:
  • (h) he has not been found involved in multi-level marketing (MLM), Pyramid and Ponzi Schemes, or other related activities/businesses or any lottery business.
  • (4) The company shall immediately prepare and arrange audit of its financial statements for the period starting from the day following the date of last audited financial statements till date of revocation of license in case the latest available audited financial statements are older than three months and the auditor shall submit its report within fifteen days of its engagement for the purpose.
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (i) affidavit by the chief executive officer stating that all requirements of the Act and these regulations have been fully complied regarding transfer of assets to another section 42 of the company;
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (ii) latest audited financial statements along with auditors report exhibiting complete details of total assets, total debts and liabilities along with net assets to be transferred to another company li…
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (iii) copy of minutes of board meeting in which transferee company was short listed;
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (iv) copy of letter of concurrence from the transferee company;
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (v) copy of agreement for transfer of assets; and
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (vi) certificate confirming completion of transfer of assets issued by the auditor of transferee company.
  • 15. Security Clearance.—The Commission shall obtain prior security clearance in accordance with policy announced by the Government in respect of foreign funding or foreign promoters, directors, or chief executive officer of applicant seeking license under these Regulations whereas the company shall also obtain prior security clearance of its foreign members through the Commission.
  • Note: minimum requ'red start-up donation shall be in the form of cash only to be deposited through proper banking channel
  • If the association is already registered under any other law for the time being in force. the following shall also be annexed with the application: (vi) latest copy of its constitution or charter or statute, duly certified by relevant authority:
  • Note: If the promoter is a subscriber other than a natural person, Board resolution authorizing the person/intermediary to be annexed.
  • 6. Details of the amounts of local and foreign donations and grants received during last three (3) years with details of the donors indicating their names, country of origin (in case of foreign donor) and complete address duly certified by the Chartered Accountants that funds/donations was/were received through banking channel and are in conformity with the books of account of the company. •
  • Note: Enclosure 2, 3 and 4 shall not be required in case of approval to promoter to quit as member.
  • 2. Now, upon satisfaction with information provided by the company in its application for renewal of licence, the Commission is pleased to renew the licence for a term of three years upto <insert date>, renewable for further terms of three years each on application to be made by the company to the Commission within a period of not earlier than six months and not later than three months before the…
Not carried over (86)
  • (i) names of promoters, proposed directors and chief executive officer;
  • (iii) statement of reasons for conversion of status of the existing entity into section 42 company with the Commission;
  • (vii) attested copy of memorandum and articles of association, charter, or statute under which it was previously registered.
  • (viii) statement of reasons for conversion of status of the company into section 42 company;
  • (x) copy of special resolution for the proposed change of status; and
  • An appeal can be made by the aggrieved person before the Appellate Bench within the time period specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan Act, 1997:
  • 7. Conditions applicable to section 42 companies.- (1) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the power of the Commission under section 42 of the Act and Regulation 5, a license may be granted to associations, subject to the following conditions, namely:- (i) the company shall be formed as a public limited company;
  • (xvii) the company shall only form a wholly owned subsidiary company to achieve objectives of the company with prior approval of the Commission.
  • Any other form of company shall not be permitted;
  • (xix) accounting and financial reporting standards as may be applicable or notified by the Commission shall be followed in preparation of financial statements;
  • (xxi) the company, on having multiple objects, shall maintain separate records of all the donations with respect to each object and all such donations shall be applied solely for the promotion of that particular object and no other object, if any, of the company;
  • (xxiii) the company shall except where the law permits make no loan to or investment with, whatsoever, with its connected persons;
  • (2) An appeal can be made by the aggrieved person before the Appellate Bench within time period specified in the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan Act, 1997.
  • (i) Integrity and track record.- A person must fulfill the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company:- (f) has not been removed or forced to resign from employment or has not been removed by any bank or Development Finance Institution (DFI), regulator or government body, for misconduct in the capacity of employee, director, chie…
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (i) Amount overdue is under litigation and the same is also appearing as amount under litigation in the CCIR report; and
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (ii) No overdue payment appearing in the overdue column in the subsequent latest CCIR report;
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (b) neither applied to be adjudged as an insolvent nor his application is pending;
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (c) is not an un-discharged insolvent or has not been adjudged an insolvent by a court of law.
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (iii) Qualification and experience.- A person must fulfill the following requirements in order to act as director or chief executive officer of the company: Provided that in cases of famous philanthropists and social workers of national repute, this requirement may be…
  • Provided further that the following exceptions may be granted by the Commission for the purpose of this sub-clause in case where:- (iv) Conflict of Interest.- A person shall not be considered fit and proper to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company, if: (a) he or his family members are engaged in professional or commercial business, the operations of which can…
  • (6) The members of the Company shall decide one company from amongst the companies with whom the MoUs have been signed in their general meeting by a special resolution.
  • 13. Responsibilities, powers and functions of the Board.-(1) The Board shall exercise its powers and carry out its fiduciary duties with a sense of objective judgment and independence in the best interests of the company.
  • (2) The Board shall ensure that: (i) the conditions applicable on the company for grant of license under section 42 of the Act are being complied with in letter and spirit;
  • (2) The Board shall ensure that: (ii) professional standards and corporate values are put in place that promote integrity for the board, senior management and other employees in the form of a code of conduct;
  • (2) The Board shall ensure that: (iii) adequate systems and controls are in place for identification and redressal of grievances;
  • (2) The Board shall ensure that: (iv) a vision, mission and strategy statement for the company is prepared and adopted and these shall also be placed on company's website.
  • (2) The Board shall ensure that: It shall further ensure that significant policies have been formulated and are in place;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (b) human resource management;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (c) procurement of goods and services;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (d) capital expenditure, planning and control;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (e) investments and disinvestment of funds;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (f) borrowing of moneys;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (g) determination and delegation of financial powers;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (h) transactions or contracts with connected persons;
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (i) health, safety and environment; and
  • Explanation.- The significant policies for this purpose may include: (j) the whistleblower policy.
  • A complete record of particulars of the significant policies along with the dates on which they were approved or amended by the Board shall be maintained for record.
  • (vi) a clear division of responsibilities at the head of the company between the running of the board and the running of the company's business;
  • (vii) board committees are established in order to allow a more effective discharge of duties;
  • (viii) a comprehensive Board approved plan is in place for transfer of assets of the company if case of revocation of license, to another company licensed under section 42, preferably having similar or identical objects to those of the company.
  • (3) The chairman shall be elected from among the directors of the company.
  • The chairman shall be responsible for leadership of the board and shall ensure that the board plays an effective role in fulfilling all its responsibilities.
  • (4) The Board shall clearly define the respective roles and responsibilities of the chairman and the chief executive of the company.
  • 14. Significant issues to be placed for decision of Board.-(1) In order to strengthen and formalize corporate decision-making process, significant issues shall be placed for the information, consideration and decision of the Board and/or its committees, including, inter-alia, the following:
  • (i) the chief executive shall immediately bring before the board, as soon as it is foreseen that the company will not be in a position of meeting its obligations on any loans including penalties on late payments and other dues, to a creditor, bank or financial institution or default on any debt instrument, full details of the company's failure to meet obligations shall be provided in the company'…
  • (ii) annual operations plan, cash flow projections, forecasts and strategic plan;
  • (iii) budgets including capital, manpower and overhead budgets, along with variance analysis;
  • (iv) analysis of utilization of the funds received from the donors for specific purposes in accordance with the terms of agreement entered into with them;
  • (v) matters recommended and/or reported by the committees of the board;
  • (vi) internal audit reports, including cases of non-compliances, fraud, bribery, corruption, or irregularities of a material nature;
  • (vii) management letter issued by the statutory auditors;
  • (viii) details of joint venture or collaboration agreements or agreements with donors, donees, partners in projects and stakeholders;
  • (ix) promulgation or amendment to a law, rule, regulation or condition of licence, enforcement of an accounting standard or guideline and such other matters as may affect the company;
  • (x) status and implications of any law suit or proceedings of material nature, filed by or against the company;
  • (xi) any show cause, demand, prosecution or court notice received from revenue, regulatory authorities or any court of law;
  • (xii) failure to recover material amounts of loans, advances, and deposits made by the company;
  • (xiii) any significant occurrences and instances having impact on the projects undertaken by the company;
  • (xiv) significant financial or other claims made or likely to be made against the company, including any adverse judgment or order made on the conduct of the company or of another company that may have an impact on the company;
  • (xv) report on governance, compliance and whistle blower protection mechanism; and
  • (xvi) review of annual performance of plans and projects being undertaken by the company during the preceding year.

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  • 3. Compliance by existing companies.—(1) All companies licensed under section 42 of the company law at the time of coming into force of these regulations, shall comply with all the requirements of these regulations.
  • 4. Application and procedure for grant of a license.—(1) An association desirous of obtaining a license under section 42 of the Act shall make an application to the Commission in the manner as specified in NFP Form 1 along with all supporting documents as specified therein through an authorized promoter or authorized intermediary.
  • (2) An application for license under sub-regulation (1) may be made for promotion of single or multiple objects as provided in section 42 of the Act.
  • (3) Where an association applies for a license for the promotion of single object, one of the promoters shall have adequate experience in the field of proposed object.
  • (4) Where an association applies for a licence for the promotion of multiple objects, it shall have at least one promoter in each field of the proposed objects who possesses adequate experience in that field so that all the promoters or directors collectively have sufficient experience related to each object.
  • 6. Incorporation of association.—(1) The association which has been granted a license by the Commission under regulation 5, shall apply for its incorporation as a public limited company under the provisions of the Act within sixty (60) days of the date of issuance of such license: Provided that the Commission may, under special circumstances, on an application made by the promoters, extend such t…
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (i) the conditions imposed under these regulations or any other additional conditions imposed by the Commission shall be deemed to be included in the memorandum of association of the company;
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (ii) the company shall utilize all its money, property, donations or income or any part thereof solely for promoting its objects: Provided that any surplus or money not exceeding the amount as specified in the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 may be invested in the instruments or securities…
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (iii) It shall be registered as a public limited company having at least three promoters;
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (iv) the limit of liability for each of its members shall not be less than one hundred thousand rupees or such other amount as may be notified by the Commission;
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (v) each promoter shall undertake to donate a reasonable amount but not less than two hundred thousand rupees as start-up donation or such other amount as may be required by the Commission: Provided that this requirement shall not be applicable in case of a promoter representing or no…
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (vi) the directors and the chief executive officer shall be entitled only for reimbursement or payment of actual expenses incurred by them for attending meetings;
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (vii) payment of remuneration and other benefits shall be allowed only to the chief executive officer and directors who are non-members and are in the whole-time employment of the company: Provided that this requirement shall not be applicable on the chief executive officer and direct…
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (viii) payment of remuneration or other benefits by the company or its subsidiary entity for services or otherwise to members of the 1459(6) THE GAZETTE OF PAKISTAN, EXTRA., JUNE 11, 2018 [PART II company or to their close relatives whether holding an office in the company or its subs…
  • Act and regulation 5 of these regulations, a license may be granted subject to the following conditions, namely,— (ix) no change in the memorandum of association shall be made except with the prior approval of the Commission;
  • patronage of any government or authority or renowned personalities and organizations whether local or foreign, express or implied, shall not be claimed unless such person has signified its consent thereto in writing;
  • (xi) the company shall not engage in any activities to function as a trade organization;
  • (xii) the company shall not exploit or offend the religious susceptibilities of the people;
  • (xiii) the company shall not, directly or indirectly, participate in any politic a campaign for elective public office or other political activities akin to those o a political party or contribute any funds or resources to any political party o any individual or body for any such purpose;
  • (xiv) the promoters of the company shall continue to be the members of the company unless allowed by the Commission to quit as member of the company on an application made by it in the manner as provided in NFP Form 3:
  • (xv) the company shall not admit any new member unless he meets the fit and proper criteria as contained in these regulations: Provided that this condition shall not be applicable on members representing or nominated by Government or an institution or authority or other statutory body of the Federal or Provincial Government(s);
  • (xvi) the company shall appoint directors and chief executive officer who meet the fit and proper criteria as specified under these regulations with the prior approval of the Commission:
  • Provided that this condition shall not be applicable on nominees of Government or an institution or authority or other statutory body of the Federal or Provincial Government(s):
  • Provided further that this requirement shall not be applicable on the chjef executive officer and directors of a non-bank microfinance company licensed under the Non-Banking Finance Companies (Establishment and Regulation) Rules, 2003 as such persons shall be required to comply with the fit and proper criteria specified in Non-Banking Finance Companies and Notified Entities Regulations, 2008;
  • (xvii) subject to compliance with section 199 of the Act and regulations made thereunder, the company shall make no investment, whatsoever, in any of its associated companies or associated undertakings except with prior approval of the Commission and subject to such conditions as it may deem fit to impose;
  • (xviii) the company shall state with its name, the phrase "a company set up under section 42 of the Companies Act, 2017", in all its letterheads, documents, signboards, and all other modes of communication;
  • (xix) the income and any profits of the company, shall be applied solely towards the promotion of objects of the company and no portion thereof shall be distributed, paid or transferred directly or indirectly by way of dividend, bonus or otherwise by way of profit to the members of the company or their close relatives;
  • (xx) the company shall close its accounts on 30th of June each year;
  • (xxi) notwithstanding anything stated in any object clause, the company shall obtain such other licenses, permissions, or approvals of the relevant public authorities as may be required under any relevant statutory regulations and laws for the time being in force, to carry out any specific object;
  • (xxii) the company shall not appeal, solicit, receive or accept donations from foreign sources except with the prior permission, clearance or approval from the relevant authorities as may be required under any 'law or specified by the Government:
  • (xxiii) the company shall receive all iiinds, grants, contribution and donations through proper banking channels:
  • Provided that amounts equivalent to or less than twenty thousand rupees can be received in cash for which proper entries in the books and records of donor shall be maintained and such amount shall be immediately deposited in the bank account of the company;
  • (xxiv) the company shall ensure that the donations received and the charitable assets are utilized exclusively for charitable purposes and are not utilized or diverted to the benefit of the entities and individuals designated under the United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) sanctions list as maintained and periodically updated on UNSC's website;
  • (xxv) the company shall ensure that a system of sound internal control is established, which is effectively implemented and maintained at all levels within the company to ensure safeguarding of its charitable assets.
  • Such a system of sound internal control is characterized, inter-alia, by: (b) having appropriate controls in place to ensure that donors, beneficiaries, promoters, members, directors, stakeholders employees, volunteers or other people associated with the company or its associated company are not listed as a designated individual or entity which is subject to targeted financial sanctions;
  • (xxvi) the company shall separately maintain the following registers in addition to the books of account as required under the Act,— (a) register of donors and donations including information about donor's names, addresses, type of donation received i.e in cash or in kind, amount/value of donation received, date of receipt of donation, mode of payment, particulars of payment instrument and the pu…
  • (b) register of donees and beneficiaries of the funds disbursed including information about their names, addresses, type of disbursement i.e. in cash or in kind, amount/value of disbursement, date of disbursement and the purpose and other details of disbursement;
  • (xxviii) the company shall comply with any other condition(s) as may be imposed by the Commission at the time of grant of license or renewal thereof or from time to time subsequent to such grant or renewal of license.
  • 8. Renewal of license.—(l) The company which was issued license under the company law shall, within a period of three months, prior to expiration of license, make an application to the Commission for renewal.
  • (2) The application for renewal under sub-regulation.
  • (1) shall be made to the Commission in the manner as provided in NFP Form 2 along with all the supporting documents as specified therein along with original receipt evidencing payment of fee as specified in seventh schedule of the Act:
  • 10. Fit and proper•criteria for promoters, members, directors and chief executive officer.—(1) Each of the promoters, directors, chief executive officer and members of an association shall meet the fit and proper criteria as provided in these regulations:
  • Provided that the Commission shall assess the fitness and propriety of the promoters, directors and the chief executive officer whereas the company shall assesses the fitness and propriety of its members:
  • Provided further that the fit and proper criteria shall remain applicable at all times and in case of any non-compliance at any point of time, the company shall be responsible for replacement of above referred persons for which necessary approval of the Commission shall be obtained.
  • (i) Integrity and track record.—A person shall fulfil the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company,— (a) he has not been found associated with any money laundering or terrorist financing activities, illegal banking business, illegal. deposit taking or financial dealings, and also understand the company's unique risks including …
  • (i) Integrity and track record.—A person shall fulfil the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company,— (b) he or the companies in which he is a director or major shareholder have not been declared by tax authorities as a tax defaulter; .
  • (i) Integrity and track record.—A person shall fulfil the following requirements in order to act as promoter, member, director or chief executive officer of the company,— (c) he or the companies in which he was a promoter or is a director or major shareholder have not been found involved in any fraudulent activities or illegal activities;
  • (0 he is not ineligible, under the Act and company law or any other legislation;
  • (h) he has not been found involved in multi-level marketing (MLM), Pyramid and Ponzi Schemes, or other related activities/businesses or any lottery business.
  • (ii) Solvency and financial soundness.—A person must fulfil the requirement, in order to act as promoter, director or chief executive officer of the company that there is no instance of overdue or past due payment to a financial institution, irrespective of amount, appearing in the latest Consumer Credit Information Report (CCIR) of the person and of the companies, firms, sole proprietorship etc.…
  • (iii) Qualification and experience.– A person shall possess adequate qualification and experience in order to act as promoter, director or chief executive officer of the company.
  • (4) The fit and proper criteria shall also apply to directors being elected or appointed or opted on the board of directors including chief executive officer of the company, prior approval of which shall be sought from the Commission on an application made in the manner as provided in NFP Form 3 by an authorized officer or authorized intermediary of the company.
  • (3) Upon revocation of the license by the Commission, the company shall cease to enjoy the exemptions and privileges conferred upon it by virtue of license granted under section 42 of the Act.
  • (4) The company shall immediately prepare and arrange audit of its financial statements for the period starting from the day following the date of last audited financial statements till date of revocation of license in case the latest available audited financial statements are older than three months and the auditor shall submit its report within fifteen days of its engagement for the purpose.
  • (5) Subject to the requirements of section 43 of the Act, the board of directors of the company shall within a period of ten days of revocation of license shortlist and approve the name of transferee company which has provided concurrence to receive the assets of the company.
  • (6) Subsequent to the approval of the board, the chief executive officer shall proceed to transfer the assets of the company after satisfaction of all debts and liabilities by entering into agreement with approved transferee company and such agreement shall set out the roles and responsibilities of transferor and transferee companies and mechanism for transfer of assets along with details of asse…
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (i) affidavit by the chief executive officer stating that all requirements of the Act and these regulations have been fully complied regarding transfer of assets to another section 42 of the company;
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (ii) latest audited financial statements along with auditors report exhibiting complete details of total assets, total debts and liabilities along with net assets to be transferred to another company li…
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (iii) copy of minutes of board meeting in which transferee company was short listed;
  • (7) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 43 of the Act, the board shall file the report to the registrar in the manner as provided in NFP Form 4 along with following documents,— (iv) copy of letter of concurrence from the transferee company;

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