Credit Utilisation
Credits are the core of Hire22.ai's flexible pricing model, giving you full control over how you connect with candidates. Posting jobs and viewing matches are completely free; credits are used only when you unlock confirmed profiles.
How Do Credits Work?
Credits are deducted only when you unlock a candidate's profile from the Confirmed Profiles section. You can post jobs, view matching candidates, and send CoNCTs without using any credits.
Unlocking confirmed candidates is a pay-per-connect model, ensuring you only spend credits when there's real hiring intent.
What's FREE vs What Uses Credits
100% FREE
- Posting JobCoNCTs
- Viewing matching profiles
- Sending CoNCT invitations
USES CREDITS
- Unlocking confirmed profiles
- Accessing contact details
- Downloading resumes
- Viewing full candidate info
- (Only this action uses credits)
Unlocking confirmed candidates is a pay-per-connect model, ensuring you only spend credits when there's real hiring intent.
How Is the Credit Deduction Calculated?
Credit usage depends on the candidate's current salary (CTC).
This transparent system ensures fair and predictable usage across all salary levels. You'll always know exactly how many credits will be deducted before unlocking a profile.
Benefits of the Credit System
Pay Only for Results
Unlike traditional recruitment platforms with fixed fees, you only pay when you're ready to engage with a confirmed, interested candidate.
- No upfront costs for posting jobs
- No fees for browsing and matching
- Credits used only for serious candidates
- Better ROI on recruitment spend
Full Control and Flexibility
Manage your recruitment budget with complete flexibility:
- Buy credits as needed - no contracts
- Scale up or down based on hiring needs
- Use credits across all your job postings
Transparent and Predictable
Always know exactly what you're paying:
- Clear credit cost displayed before unlocking
- Simple formula based on candidate CTC
- No hidden fees or charges
- Real-time credit balance tracking
- Detailed usage reports available
Cost-Effective Hiring
Significantly lower costs compared to traditional recruitment:
- No agency fees (typically 15-20% of annual salary)
- No posting fees on multiple job boards
- Reduced time-to-hire means lower vacancy costs
- AI matching improves quality, reducing bad hires
- One unlock = unlimited access to candidate
For a candidate earning 10 LPA, traditional agency fees would be ₹1.5-2 lakhs. On Hire22.ai, you'd spend just 100 credits - a fraction of the cost!
Managing Your Credits
Checking Your Credit Balance
Monitor your credit balance easily:
- View current balance in your dashboard header
- Check before unlocking any profile
- See transaction history in Settings
- Set up low balance alerts
Purchasing Credits
Buy credits anytime you need them:
- Click the Upgrade button from your dashboard
- Choose a credit package
- Complete secure payment
- Credits are added instantly
Credit Packages
Custom packages available for enterprise customers. Contact sales for volume pricing.
Best Practices for Credit Usage
- Prioritize High JoinX Scores: Unlock candidates with 75+ scores first for better conversion
- Review Before Unlocking: Use free information to make informed decisions
- Engage Promptly: Contact candidates quickly after unlocking to maximize ROI
- Track Outcomes: Monitor which unlocks lead to hires to refine strategy
- Bulk Buying: Purchase larger credit packages for better value
- Budget Planning: Estimate credit needs based on hiring volume
What's Next?
Unlock Candidate Profiles
Learn how to use credits to unlock profiles
JoinX Score Guide
Maximize ROI by understanding candidate scores
Post Your First Job
Start recruiting with your credits
Frequently Asked Questions - Credit Utilisation
1. How do credits work on Hire22.ai?
Credits are used when you unlock candidate profiles. Posting jobs and viewing matches are free.
2. How is the credit deduction calculated?
10 credits per 1 lakh of candidate's salary (e.g., 10 LPA = 100 credits).
3. Can I top up my credits anytime?
Yes. You can purchase additional credits or upgrade your plan at any time.
4. Do credits expire?
Each package comes with a specific validity period. You can check your account and credit validity in the "Account Utilization" section of your dashboard. Credits remain usable as long as your package is active.
5. Can I use credits across multiple jobCoNCT's?
Yes. Credits are linked to your account, not a single job. You can use them for any JobCoNCT.
6. What happens when I run out of credits?
You'll still see matching profiles but can't unlock them until you add more credits.
7. How can I check my credit balance?
Your dashboard displays remaining credits and transaction history under "Account utilisation."