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Premium consultancy services agreement template for engaging independent consultants and advisory firms in India, covering scope, fees, independence, confidentiality, IP and non-solicitation under Indian contract law.

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What is a Services Agreement?

This is a Consultancy Services Agreement template designed for engaging independent consultants or advisory firms in India, with clear scope, fee and independence provisions aligned with Indian contract law.

When should you use this?

Common situations where this document is the right choice.

When hiring an individual expert or boutique advisory firm for strategy, finance, technology, HR, marketing or other consulting services.
When you need to clearly document that the consultant is an independent contractor and not an employee.
When consultancy fees may be structured as hourly, daily, retainer-based or fixed project fees.
When you require confidentiality, IP and non-solicitation protections tailored to advisory work.

What's included

Key sections and clauses in this document.

Clear description of consultancy scope, objectives and delivery mode (onsite, remote or hybrid).
Configurable fee models including hourly, daily, monthly retainer and fixed project structures.
Expense reimbursement, invoicing and payment timing provisions.
Independent contractor acknowledgement and responsibility for taxes and social contributions.
Confidentiality, IP ownership in deliverables and consultant toolset licence-back.
Liability cap and exclusion of indirect damages customised for consultancy engagements.
Non-solicitation of personnel and convenient termination mechanisms.
Governing law of India and jurisdiction of specified Indian courts, with support for electronic execution.
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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before creating your document.

Can this agreement be used for an individual consultant without a company?+

Yes. The template supports both individuals and entities as consultants. Select 'Individual' under consultant type and ensure that tax and compliance provisions align with the consultant's personal registration and tax status.

Does this consultancy agreement create an employment relationship?+

No, the agreement is structured to reflect an independent contractor relationship, with an explicit clause stating that the consultant is not an employee, though local labour and social security laws must still be respected in practice.

How flexible is the fee structure configuration?+

The template includes conditional clauses that adapt automatically depending on whether you select hourly, daily, monthly retainer or fixed project fee models, reducing the need for manual redlining.

Is this agreement suitable for cross-border consulting where one party is outside India?+

Yes, provided the parties agree to Indian governing law and jurisdiction, this agreement can be used where the consultant or client is located outside India, with appropriate tax and currency adjustments and any mandatory local law considerations.

Can I extend the engagement beyond the initial term without signing a new agreement?+

Yes. For fixed term engagements, you can extend by a simple written amendment or extension letter referencing this agreement. For open-ended engagements, the agreement continues until terminated on notice.

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