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How long will background verification take? Get a general estimate by profile type, or upload a resume for an AI-powered candidate-specific calculation.

General timelines by candidate profile

These are typical durations from initiation to final report, assuming a responsive candidate and no complications.

Blue collar / Gig worker

Delivery, warehouse, security, domestic staff. Identity + address check only.

2–5 days

What's checked: Aadhaar/PAN identity, address, criminal record (police verification)

White collar — Fresher (0–2 yrs)

First or second job. Education + 1 employer or just education.

5–8 days

What's checked: Education (degree + marksheet), 1 employer, identity, address

White collar — Mid-level (2–8 yrs)

2–4 employers, 1–2 degrees, some in different cities.

7–12 days

What's checked: Education, 2–4 employers, employment gaps, identity, address, references

White collar — Senior (8+ yrs, 4+ employers)

Multiple employers across cities. May include international education or work.

10–21 days

What's checked: All of the above + international checks, reference interviews, criminal court check

Senior / C-Suite with international history

Director-level and above. Includes media check, financial records, overseas employers.

3–6 weeks

What's checked: Full suite + international, directorship check, adverse media, financial background

What causes delays?

These factors can add 3–15 days to any BGV, regardless of candidate level:

Unresponsive previous employer HR Defunct or acquired company University records not digitised Out-of-India education or employment Address in remote area Candidate delays in submitting documents Name mismatch across documents Court record check (adds 5–10 days)
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