ZAP (ZED Assessor Program) – Eligibility FAQ
Educational Qualification
Answer: Yes. The applicant must possess a Technical Degree or Diploma in Engineering from a recognized Institute/University.
Answer: No. Only candidates having a Technical Degree or Diploma in Engineering are eligible.
Answer: Yes. The final Degree/Diploma certificate is mandatory for eligibility verification.
Answer: Applicants may submit the final semester/year result or mark sheet issued by the University/Institute, clearly indicating successful completion.
Answer: Yes, provided they clearly establish successful completion and confirm that the final certificate is pending.
Important Note on Educational Eligibility
Work Experience
Answer: Graduate Engineers require at least 5 years of manufacturing experience, while Diploma Engineers require at least 8 years. A minimum of 3 years must be in operations, quality, management, auditing, assessment, or consulting.
Answer: No. Internship, trainee, apprentice, GET, or student training experience is not considered.
Answer: Only regular on-roll employment after obtaining the required qualification is considered.
Answer: Experience is counted from the date of joining a regular role after obtaining the required qualification.
Important Note on Work Experience Eligibility
Audit Log Requirements
Answer: A minimum of 25 man-days of audits in ISO Management Systems or recognized excellence models (CII-EXIM, EFQM, MBNQA, ISO)
Answer: No. Only active roles such as Lead Auditor, Auditor, or Assessor are considered.
Answer: Applicants must submit audit log sheets, certificates, assignment letters, or audit reports clearly indicating their role and the duration of each audit.
To view the audit log format, please refer to Audit Log format
Disclaimer: The attached audit log is provided only as a sample for reference purposes and should not be considered in a standard or mandatory format.
Important Note on Audit Requirements
Additional Qualification
Answer: Yes. Applicants must hold a Lead Auditor certification in QMS or relevant ISO systems or be a qualified ZED Assessor under the previous scheme. each audit.
Answer: Lead Auditor certifications in the following (or similar) ISO standards are acceptable:
The certification must be issued by a recognized training or certification body.
Answer: Preferably, yes. The certification should be valid or supported by evidence of continued professional practice in auditing.
Answer: No. Only Lead Auditor certification is acceptable. Internal Auditor certification alone does not meet the eligibility requirements
Answer: Yes. Having certifications in multiple management systems (e.g., QMS, EMS, OHS, Energy management) is considered an advantage and strengthens the applicant’s profile.
Answer: No. Mere participation in training is not sufficient unless it leads to a recognized Lead Auditor certification.
Important Note on Additional Qualification
Discipline Expertise Requirement
Answer: Yes. Applicants must demonstrate expertise across Group A (Business/Manufacturing), Group B (QMS, Safety, Environment), and Group C (Energy, Supply Chain, HR).
Answer: Expertise is verified through education, certifications, work experience, audit roles, consulting assignments, and interview evaluation.