The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) regulates registered valuers under the Companies (Registered Valuers and Valuation) Rules, 2017. An IBBI registered valuer is the only professional authorised to issue valuation reports for NCLT and IBC proceedings, and their reports are increasingly required by banks and under the Companies Act, 2013.

This guide walks through eligibility, the training, the exam, and the registration process.

Who Is Eligible to Apply

You must meet one of these education and experience combinations, in the asset class you want to register for:

• A post graduate degree or post graduate diploma in the specified discipline from a recognised university or institute, plus at least 3 years’ experience in that discipline after the qualification, or
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the specified discipline from a recognised university or institute, plus at least 5 years’ experience in that discipline after the qualification, or
• Membership of a professional institute established by an Act of Parliament (for example ICAI, ICSI, ICMAI, or the Institution of Engineers India), plus at least 3 years’ experience after obtaining membership

You must also be a “fit and proper person,” a standard IBBI assesses based on integrity, reputation and absence of disqualifying conduct.

The Three Asset Classes

IBBI registration is granted separately for each asset class. Most valuers register in only one to begin with, and add a second later:

• Land & Building. Typically pursued by civil engineers, architects and structural engineers
• Plant & Machinery. Typically pursued by mechanical, production and industrial engineers
• Securities or Financial Assets. Typically pursued by Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries and Cost Accountants

Step by Step Registration Process

1. Enrol with a Registered Valuers Organisation (RVO). RVOs are recognised bodies that conduct the mandatory training and support candidates through registration
2. Complete the mandatory 50 hours of training through your RVO, covering valuation standards, methodology and regulatory requirements. You’ll receive a certificate of completion
3. Pass the IBBI Valuation Examination for your chosen asset class. The minimum passing score is 50%
4. Apply for registration through your RVO, submitting proof of qualification, experience, the training certificate, exam result, and other supporting documents via the IBBI’s online application system
5. Confirm your employment status. You may be employed while you appear for the exam, but you must not be in employment at the time you apply for registration
6. Timing. You must apply for registration within 3 years of clearing the Valuation Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the whole process take, from enrolment to registration?
Most candidates complete the 50 hour training and clear the exam within 3 to 6 months, depending on how quickly they schedule the training and exam. Registration processing by IBBI typically follows within a few weeks of a complete application.

Can I register in more than one asset class?
Yes. Each asset class requires its own training and examination, but many established valuers hold registration in two or all three classes, since it widens the range of assignments they can accept.

Does IBBI registration cover income tax valuations too?
No. IBBI registration is the standard for NCLT, IBC, Companies Act and most bank lending purposes. Valuations submitted specifically to the Income Tax Department may require separate registration under Section 514 of the Income tax Act, 2025. See our guide on how to become a registered valuer under the Income Tax Act, 2025.

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