About ACER

Building trust in India’s financial markets through transparent and credible credit ratings.

Mission

To deliver independent, transparent, and reliable credit ratings that empower stakeholders and support India’s economic growth with integrity and insight

Vision

To be India’s most trusted, innovative, and forward-looking credit rating agency, setting benchmarks for transparency and analytical excellence.

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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.

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Founded
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SEBI Registration No
Sectors Covered
  • Corporate
  • Financial Institutions
  • Structured Finance
  • Infrastructure
  • SMEs
SEBI

Backed by Strong Governance

We operate under the framework and guidelines laid down by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), ensuring full compliance with all regulatory norms and disclosure requirements. Our processes are audited regularly, and our methodologies undergo continuous review to ensure relevance and accuracy.

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

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Integrity

Our Ratings reflect unbiased and independent judgement.

Accuracy

Analytical rigour is the foundation of our credibility.

Transparency

Clear methodologies and open disclosures are central to our ethos.

Innovation

We leverage AI and modern analytics for sharper insights.

Our Journey So Far

2024

2024

ACER was founded.

2025

ACER receives SEBI registration.

2025
2026

2026

Expanded operations.

2027

Stay tuned!

2027
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