Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS Biography

Published On: June 16, 2025
Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS Biography

Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava, an accomplished and highly decorated IAS officer from the 2011 batch of the Uttarakhand cadre, is presently serving as the Regional Director at the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Staff Selection Commission (SSC), Prayagraj. Holding an impressive All India Rank of 61 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2010, his journey reflects sheer academic brilliance and a commitment to transformative governance.

Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava
Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava

Quick Info of Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS

ParticularsDetails
Full NameDr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava
ProfessionIndian Administrative Service (IAS) Officer
Date of Birth1 August 1982
Native PlaceUttar Pradesh
Age (As of 2025)43 years
Education QualificationB.Sc. in Science – UP College, Varanasi (VBS Purvanchal University)
M.Sc. in Botany – Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Ph.D. in Botany – BHU, Varanasi
Batch / Cadre2011 / Uttarakhand
Became IAS at Age29 years
Current PostingRegional Director, SSC Prayagraj, Ministry of Personnel
Retirement Date31 August 2042
UPSC Rank61
UPSC MarksheetSee Below
Social Media PresenceNot Publicly Available
ParentsNot Publicly Disclosed
Wife / HusbandNot Publicly Disclosed
AwardsMultiple state and national-level administrative awards
Work ExperienceField-level, administrative, urban development, planning, and CM secretariat roles across Uttarakhand
AttemptsNot Known

Early Life and Education Qualification of Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS

Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava was born on 1st August 1982 and hails from the state of Uttar Pradesh. As of 2025, he is 43 years old. While much about his family remains private, his academic path has been exceptionally inspiring. A native of the Varanasi region, his journey has been deeply rooted in education and public service.

Education in Depth

Ashish completed his B.Sc. in Science from UP College, Varanasi, affiliated with Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University, Jaunpur. His intellectual curiosity led him to Banaras Hindu University (BHU), where he pursued his M.Sc. in Botany, followed by a Ph.D. in Botany from the same prestigious institution. His background in science gave him a structured approach toward problem-solving, a trait that helped him excel in administrative roles and the UPSC journey alike.

Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS
Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS

UPSC Journey and Marksheet

Dr. Ashish cracked the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2011 with an exceptional All India Rank of 61, joining the Uttarakhand cadre. His academic discipline translated into a stellar UPSC performance. While his optional subject isn’t explicitly mentioned, it’s reasonable to assume Botany or a science-related optional may have been his strength area.

UPSC Marksheet of Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS

PaperMarks
Essay105
General Studies I137
General Studies II84
General Studies III187
General Studies IV176
Optional Paper I226
Optional Paper II180
Total Written Marks1095
Interview Marks150
Total Marks1245

Current Posting of Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava IAS

Dr. Srivastava is currently posted as Regional Director, SSC Prayagraj under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions. His journey through various administrative positions is a testament to his versatility and excellence in governance.

His past experiences include training at LBSNAA, Assistant Collector at Tehri Garhwal, Joint Magistrate and Mukhya Nagar Adhikari in Kashipur, ADM and Director at Pantnagar University, CDO in Almora and Udham Singh Nagar, and DM in Uttarkashi and Udham Singh Nagar. He also served in pivotal planning roles like Additional Secretary in the Planning Department and the CM Secretariat. He held top roles in urban development — Additional CEO, CEO, and Vice Chairman at various Dehradun urban bodies. He was on study leave abroad (Rotterdam), reflecting his commitment to continual learning.

He is due to retire on 31 August 2042.

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Ashish Kumar Srivastava has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including:

  • Chief Minister’s Excellence and Good Governance Award (2019) – by Hon’ble CM and Governor of Uttarakhand
  • Gold Award in National e-Governance Awards (2019) – by MoS, DARPG, GoI
  • Best Electoral Practices Award (2018) – by Hon’ble Governor of Uttarakhand
  • State Sanitation Award (2017) – by Hon’ble CM of Uttarakhand
  • Limca Book of Records (2016) – for administrative innovation
  • Swachh Bharat Mission Implementation Award (2016) – by Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation
  • Best Sub Divisional Magistrate Award (2015) – by Ministers of Education and In-charge of Udham Singh Nagar

Social Media Account, Contact No.

  • Social Media Presence: Not publicly disclosed
  • Contact No.: Not available in public domain

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Naresh Kumar

Profession: Blogger | Aspiration: Future IAS OfficerNaresh Kumar is the founder of IASDetails.com, a platform dedicated to UPSC aspirants. With a deep interest in civil services and public administration, he shares biographies of IAS/IPS officers, exam tips, and updates to guide others on their journey. Passionate about writing and nation-building, Naresh is preparing to become an IAS officer himself.📍 Based in India | ✍️ Sharing real stories, real inspiration.

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