Trusted Credit Ratings. Transparent Insights.

ACER – Empowering investors, issuers, and lenders with reliable credit ratings and in-depth research.

Who We Are

ACER is India’s newest SEBI-registered credit rating agency, committed to delivering independent, transparent, and reliable credit ratings. Our purpose is to empower investors, lenders, and businesses with ratings they can trust-enabling informed decisions and fostering confidence in India’s financial markets.

With a clear vision to support India’s economic growth story, ACER upholds the highest ethical and analytical standards, combining deep domain expertise, advanced analytics, and rigorous processes to ensure every rating is objective, consistent, and insightful.

At ACER, we are not just rating credit, we are fueling India’s journey towards a stronger and more resilient economy.

Promoted by Indian Overseas Bank

Promoted by Indian Overseas Bank

ACER is proudly promoted by Indian Overseas Bank, one of India’s leading public sector banks. With its long-standing reputation for integrity and service, Indian Overseas Bank strengthens our foundation and supports our mission to deliver transparent and reliable credit ratings.

Supported by Central Bank of India

Supported by Central Bank of India

ACER is supported by Central Bank of India, a trusted public sector institution with a strong legacy in India’s financial system. Central Bank's investment reinforces our commitment to financial stability, credibility, and service to India’s capital markets.

About ACER Snapshot

Governance
Excellence

Strong board & governance policies.

Proven Methodology

Analytical rigor & practical approach.

Commitment to Transparency

Emphasis on full disclosure.

Board of Directors

Sunil Mehta

Sunil Mehta

Chairman

Former CEO of IBA, former MD & CEO of PNB
Ajay Kumar Choudhary

Ajay Kumar Choudhary

Independent Director

Chairman NPCI, former Executive Director of RBI
Dr. M.S. Sahoo

Dr. M.S. Sahoo

Independent Director

Former CGA of Ministry of Finance, Former Chairman of the J&K Committee
Dr. Girraj Prasad Gupta

Dr. Girraj Prasad Gupta

Independent Director

Former Chairman of IBBI, former SEBI Whole-time Member
Kamlesh Kumar Taneja

Kamlesh Kumar Taneja

Executive Director

Former General Manager at Central Bank of India

Featured Research

Governance Excellence

Governance Excellence

Comprehensive analysis of Indian banking sector trends and credit risk assessment.

ESG Integration in Credit Ratings

ESG Integration in Credit Ratings

Framework for incorporating environmental, social, and governance factors.

Infrastructure Financing Trends

Infrastructure Financing Trends

Market dynamics and risk factors in infrastructure project financing.

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ACER HQ

Unit-808, 8th Floor, Tower -B, Signature Tower, South City I, Sector 30, Gurugram, Haryana 122022

Regional Office (Mumbai)

1513, C Wing, One BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400051

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