- IC shall hold office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his office or till he attains the age of sixty-five years, whichever is earlier and shall not be eligible for reappointment as IC.
- Salary will be the same as that of the Election Commissioner. This will not be varied to the disadvantage of the IC during service.
- IC is eligible for appointment as CIC but will not hold office for more than a total of five years including his/her term as IC. (S.13)