Empanelment Guide (AI 859)
Advisor
Minimum 20 years in Group A with at least 10 years in Level-12/13 or above. Open-market alternative: Doctorate + 25 years professional standing. Max age: 65.
Senior Consultant
12+ years with at least 5 years in Level-12. Open-market alternative: Post Graduation + 13 years professional standing. Max age: 65.
Consultant
6–13 years of experience with Post Graduation or Engineering degree. Max age: 65.
Project Associate
0–6 years of experience with Post Graduation or Engineering degree. Max age: 65.
Young Professional
Professional degree from a reputed institute (ISI, IIT, DCE, IIM, etc.). Maximum age: 35.
Panel validity: typically 2–3 years from the date of empanelment letter, subject to periodic performance review.