The CVC’s primary functions are: I) Exercising superintendence over vigilance administration of various Ministries/Departments/Organisations of the Central Government. II) Advising the Central Government on all matters pertaining to vigilance. III) Tendering advice to the Central Government on the appointment, confirmation, suspension and removal of Chief Vigilance Officers (CVOs). IV) Conducting investigations into complaints against public servants. V) Reviewing the progress of investigations conducted by the CVOs. VI) Reviewing the reports of CVOs on the functioning of vigilance units.