After the Centre extended the tenure of India’s Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran, the ace economist will get to serve the country for a total of five years. From filing the country’s report card – the ‘Economic Survey’ every year to taking some of the toughest decisions of framing the economic policies, here’s everything you need to know about this prestigious government post. Chief Economic Adviser: Government's key economic strategist India’s CEA serves as the government's primary economic advisor and plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation's economic policies. It is one of the most influential jobs in the top bureaucracy. The CEA is posted in the Department of Economic Affairs under the Ministry of Finance. Key Responsibilities: Who appoints India's CEA? The appointment is made by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). Selection Criteria: Mandatory: 1. Master’s degree in Economics or Finance 2. Six years experience in either of the following: 3. One year experience in either of following: (Experience required as per third point is inclusive of six years experience required as per the second point) Desirable qualifications: Notable past CEAs: Many of them have gone on to become the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor. While, only one of them could become India’s Prime Minister who was late Manmohan Singh. Who is V Anantha Naegeswaran? Nageswaran is a seasoned economist who draws on years of experience of working in the private sector in both India and abroad. Prior to this appointment, he has worked as a writer, author, teacher and consultant at prestigious financial organisations across the globe. Notable posts held by the incumbent CEA in past: Qualifications: