Question: the controller and auditor general of india is appointed by
Answer: Comptroller and Auditor General of India Logo of Comptroller and Auditor General of India Incumbent Rajiv Mehrishi , IAS since 25 September 2017 Nominator Prime Minister of India Appointer President of India Term length 6 yrs or up to 65 yrs of age ( whichever is earlier ) Inaugural holder V.