Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni is a 2010 batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, who secured All India Rank 29 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. He is currently serving as the Collector & District Magistrate, Jaipur.
In this post, you will find full details about his early life, education, UPSC marksheet, past postings, awards, and publications.
Quick Info of Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni IAS
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Officer Name | Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni |
| Profession | IAS Officer |
| Date of Birth | 29 November 1981 |
| Native Place | Hanumangarh, Rajasthan |
| Age (As of 2025) | 43 |
| Education Qualification | M.A. (Philosophy), Ph.D. in Political Science from Rajasthan University, Jaipur |
| Batch | 2010 |
| Cadre | Rajasthan |
| Become IAS Age | 29 |
| Current Posting | Collector & District Magistrate, Jaipur |
| Retirement Date | 30 November 2041 |
| Rank | 29 |
| UPSC Marksheet | Essay: 145, GS I: 178, GS II: 128, Optional I: 123, Optional II: 182, GS III: 198, GS IV: 120, Written Total: 1074, Interview: 174, Total: 1248 |
| Social Media Presence | Facebook, YouTube, Instagram |
| Wife/Husband | Wife: Anjali Soni |
| Work Experience | Multiple senior administrative roles including Collector in Jaipur, Alwar, Nagaur, Jhalawar, Jalore; Mission Director NHM; SDO Mount Abu; CEO Zila Parishad; Project Director RUIDP |
| Award | Multiple National and State Awards listed below |
| Other Details | Writes in Hindi, Rajasthani, Punjabi. More than 10 books published. |
Early Life And Education Qualification Of Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni IAS
Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni was born on 29 November 1981 and hails from Hanumangarh, Rajasthan. As of 2025, he is 43 years old.
He is married to Anjali Soni. Other family member details are not available publicly.
Education Details
Dr. Jitendra Soni holds an M.A. in Philosophy and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Rajasthan University, Jaipur. His academic interest also reflects in his writing, as he has authored several books across multiple languages including Hindi and Rajasthani.
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UPSC Journey And UPSC Marksheet
Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination with an outstanding All India Rank 29 in the 2010 batch. He belongs to the Rajasthan cadre.
UPSC Marksheet
| Paper | Marks |
|---|---|
| Essay | 145 |
| GS Paper I | 178 |
| GS Paper II | 128 |
| Optional Paper I | 123 |
| Optional Paper II | 182 |
| GS Paper III | 198 |
| GS Paper IV | 120 |
| Written Total | 1074 |
| Interview Marks | 174 |
| Total Marks | 1248 |
Optional Subject: Not Mentioned
Current Posting of Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni IAS
Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni is currently posted as Collector & District Magistrate, Jaipur.
His previous roles include:
- Collector & DM of Alwar, Nagaur, Jhalawar, and Jalore
- Mission Director, National Health Mission, Rajasthan
- CEO, Zila Parishad Jaipur
- Project Director, RUIDP, Jaipur
- SDO Mount Abu (Sirohi)
- Asstt. Collector in Pali
- Under Training at LBSNAA, Mussoorie
He will retire on 30 November 2041.
Awards of Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni IAS
- Excellent Work as District Election Officer, Nagaur – Government of Rajasthan – 2021
- Excellent Work as District Election Officer, Jalore – Government of Rajasthan – 2016
- State E-Governance Award 2014–15 – Government of Rajasthan – 2016
- State E-Governance Award 2018–19 – Government of Rajasthan – 2022
- Best District Award in MJSA Rural (2016–17) – Government of Rajasthan – 2018
- State Merit Award by Hon’ble Chief Minister, Rajasthan – 2017
- Rajasthan Energy Conservation Award – 2020
- National Award for Excellent Work in MGNREGS – Government of India – 2018
- National E-Governance Award 2021 for ‘Silicosis Care’ Project in Nagaur – Government of India – 2022
- National Award for Outstanding Work for Specially Abled Person – Hon’ble President of India – 2016 & 2022
- State Award for Outstanding Work for Specially Abled Person – Government of Rajasthan – 2015
- Dhyanwad Badge – Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan for Scout Guide Movement – 2017 & 2023
- Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak – Government of India – 2016
Books by Dr. Jitendra Kumar Soni IAS
- Lagmat- Rajasthani Diary – ISBN 93-6719-438-2 (National Book Trust, INDIA)
- Okuhepa – ISBN 9789357437318 (Travelogue)
- Bharkhama – ISBN 9789355360229 (Rajasthani Kahani Sangrah)
- Regmal – ISBN 9789388820356 (Hindi Poetry Collection)
- Rankhaar – ISBN 9789384979867 (Rajasthani Poetry)
- ADIOS – ISBN 9789388820110 (Hindi Short Stories)
- Yadavri – ISBN 9789381480885 (Diary)
- Umeedon Ke Chirag – ISBN 8188761184 (Hindi Poetry Collection)
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