Neerabh Kumar Prasad is a senior IAS officer from the 1987 batch of the Andhra Pradesh cadre. He was born on 05 June 1964, making him 60 years old as of 2024. Hailing from Bihar, he has had a long and distinguished career in the Indian Administrative Service. Currently, he serves as the Chief Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh, a position he assumed on 07 June 2024.
Quick Info Of Neerabh Kumar Prasad IAS
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Neerabh Kumar Prasad |
| Profession | IAS Officer |
| Date of Birth | 05 June 1964 |
| Age | 60 Years |
| Batch | 1987 |
| Cadre | Andhra Pradesh |
| Home State | Bihar |
| Current Posting | Chief Secretary, Andhra Pradesh |
| Posting Date | 07 June 2024 |
| First Posting | Assistant Collector, West Godavari (1988) |
| Education | B.Tech (IIT Delhi), MBA (IIM Bangalore) |
| Daughter | Pallavi Prasad (Infosys) |
| Retirement Date | 30 June 2024 (Extended by 6 months) |
| Contact No. | 9866640509 |
Early Life and Education
Neerabh Kumar Prasad IAS hails from Bihar and pursued a strong academic background. He completed his B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi, followed by an MBA in Finance and Marketing Management from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore in 1987. His academic qualifications laid a strong foundation for his successful career in public administration.
Family Details
Though details about his wife are not available, Neerabh Kumar Prasad IAS has a daughter, Pallavi Prasad, who works at Infosys. He is well-connected professionally, and his LinkedIn profile is available here.
UPSC Journey and IAS Career
IAS Neerabh Kumar Prasad cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination and joined the Indian Administrative Service on 24 August 1987. His first posting was as Assistant Collector (U/T) in West Godavari on 10 June 1988. Throughout his career, he has held numerous important positions both at the state and central levels.
Key Postion
Neerabh Kumar Prasad IAS has held numerous prestigious positions throughout his career. From October 2019 to February 2022, he served as the Chief Commissioner of Land Administration, overseeing land governance in Andhra Pradesh. Before this, he was the Special Chief Secretary to the Government of Environment, Forest, Science, and Technology (2019–2020) and Transport, Roads, and Buildings (2018–2019).
Earlier in his career, he held critical roles such as Principal Secretary of Labour Employment and Training (2017–2018) and Principal Secretary of YAT&C (2015–2016). His administrative experience also spans multiple district-level positions, including Collector of Chittoor and Khammam, and stints as Commissioner of Fisheries and Industries.
| From (Date of Joining) | To (Date of Relief) | Post Name |
|---|---|---|
| 07-06-2024 | Till date | Chief Secretary to Government |
| 23-02-2022 | 07-06-2024 | Special Chief Secretary to Government, Environment, Forest, Science and Technology |
| 16-10-2020 | 23-02-2022 | Chief Commissioner of Land Administration |
| 01-11-2019 | 14-10-2020 | Chief Commissioner of Land Administration |
| 05-06-2019 | 14-10-2020 | Special Chief Secretary to Government, Environment, Forest, Science and Technology |
| 24-01-2018 | 05-06-2019 | Special Chief Secretary to Govt, Transport, Roads, and Buildings |
| 16-01-2017 | 23-01-2018 | PRL.SECY.LABOUR EMP&TRNG |
| 08-01-2015 | 02-10-2016 | PRL.SECY.YAT&C |
| 20-09-2014 | 30-12-2014 | PRL.SECY. GAD |
| 28-04-2012 | 19-09-2014 | COMMISSIONER MD & UD, HMDA |
| 23-10-2009 | 27-04-2012 | MD APSHC & COMM WSHP |
| 18-06-2009 | 22-10-2009 | COMMISSIONER OF FISHERIES |
| 26-04-2007 | 18-06-2009 | COMMISSIONER, INDUSTRIES |
| 18-05-2005 | 25-04-2007 | VC&MD, A.P. DAIRY DEV CORPORATION |
| 16-03-2000 | 15-03-2005 | PS TO MINISTER (MINES) GOI DEPUTATION |
| 21-12-1999 | 15-03-2000 | SECY. TO ELECTION COMMISSION |
| 18-01-1999 | 14-12-1999 | DIR.YOUTH SERVICES & MD SAP |
| 22-04-1998 | 31-12-1998 | COLLECTOR, CHITTOOR |
| 05-12-1996 | 21-04-1998 | COLLECTOR, KHAMMAM |
| 13-12-1995 | 04-12-1996 | OSD, MEGA CITY PROJECT |
| 06-02-1995 | 12-12-1995 | OSD, INDUSTRIES & COMMERCE |
| 05-05-1993 | 05-02-1995 | JOINT COLLECTOR, KRISHNA DIST |
| 10-12-1992 | 04-05-1993 | PD, DRDA, KRISHNA DIST |
| 19-03-1991 | 09-12-1992 | PO, ITDA, ETURUNAGARAM |
| 10-12-1990 | 16-03-1991 | Sub Collector, Rampachodavaram |
| 05-03-1990 | 09-12-1990 | SUB COLLECTOR, E.G DIST |
| 11-09-1989 | 04-03-1990 | ASST COLLECTOR |
| 10-06-1988 | 02-06-1989 | Assistant Collector (U/T), West Godavari |
Conclusion
Neerabh Kumar Prasad’s illustrious career in the Indian Administrative Service spans over three decades, during which he has contributed to various sectors including environment, administration, transport, and industries. Currently serving as the Chief Secretary of Andhra Pradesh, he continues to lead with dedication and excellence. His extension beyond retirement in 2024 is a testament to his invaluable service to the state and country.
