ISO 26000 Social Responsibility
Social responsibility alignment based on ISO 26000 guidance — gap assessment, priorities and reporting (guidance, not certifiable).
- Estimate Cost
- ₹25,000 – ₹1,00,000
- Typical duration
- 30 days
Service overview
- ISO 26000 provides guidance on how organisations can operate in a socially responsible way
- It covers governance, human rights, labour practices, environment, fair operating practices, consumer issues and community development
- It is a guidance standard, so it is used for self-assessment and alignment rather than certification
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Companies building CSR, ESG and sustainability programmes.
- Businesses preparing BRSR or sustainability reports.
- Organisations wanting to show ethical practices to investors, buyers and communities.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Gap assessment across the 7 core subjects of ISO 26000.
- Stakeholder mapping.
- Social responsibility policy drafting.
- Action plan and KPIs.
- Integration with CSR, ESG and BRSR reporting.
- Training and periodic review.
Key deliverables
- ISO 26000 gap assessment report.
- Social responsibility policy.
- Action plan with KPIs.
- Self-declaration support and reporting inputs.
Standard turnaround time
- ISO 26000 gap assessment report.
- Social responsibility policy.
- Action plan with KPIs.
- Self-declaration support and reporting inputs.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- No government fee.
- ISO 26000 is not certifiable; organisations can self-declare alignment.
- Key outcome: a structured, credible social responsibility framework.
Forms & filings involved
- No statutory filings are required.
- Outputs feed into BRSR, CSR reports and sustainability disclosures.
Documents required
- CSR policy and activities.
- HR and labour policies.
- Environmental data.
- Stakeholder information.
- Existing ESG reports.
What we need from you
- Leadership commitment.
- Access to department heads.
- Implementation of agreed actions.
Important conditions
- Third-party claims of ISO 26000 certification are misleading.
- Statutory CSR obligations under the Companies Act, 2013, are separate.
Additional information
- Can be combined with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 for wider ESG credibility.
- Related services: ISO 14001, ISO 45001.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
Is ISO 26000 certifiable?
No. It is a guidance standard; organisations can self-declare alignment but cannot be certified.
What does ISO 26000 cover?
Seven core subjects: governance, human rights, labour practices, environment, fair operating practices, consumer issues and community involvement.
How does it relate to CSR?
It provides a broad framework for responsible business, of which statutory CSR spending is one part.
Can it support BRSR reporting?
Yes. Its core subjects overlap with the principles reported in BRSR.