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title: "360-Degree Appraisal for Empanelment Explained"
description: "The 360-degree appraisal is a feedback mechanism in India for assessing senior civil servants, crucial for empanelment to top government positions."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The 360-degree appraisal is a multi-source feedback mechanism used in India to assess senior IAS, IPS, and central service officers for empanelment to top government posts.
- How does the 360-degree appraisal differ from the APAR?
- Which body makes the final empanelment decision?
- Why is the 360-degree appraisal controversial?
- Can an officer with outstanding APAR grades still be denied empanelment?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

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In 2019, the Department of Personnel and Training applied 360-degree appraisal inputs alongside APAR grades when the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet cleared empanelment lists for Joint Secretary-level posts in the Government of India.

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