Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi
Indian Administrative Service
About Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 2011 batch, Assam Meghalya cadre. Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi joined the service through Direct Recruitment, via the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's domicile state on record is Karnataka.
Over 15 years of service, Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi has held 21 recorded postings across 3 locations. Past roles include Director, Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi; Deputy Secretary, Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi; Secretary To Chief Minister, Cadre (AIS). The officer has also served on central deputation. The longest single tenure was 9y 11m as On Training, LBSNAA Mussoorie.
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi last served as Director, Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi, until 25 October 2026. Across the career, postings have averaged 1y 7m each.
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's educational qualifications on record include Mech.engg. from B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka; Mechanical engineering from B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka. The officer has completed 6 recorded training programmes during service.
Career Facts
Personal Details
Education
| S.No. | Degree | University / Institution | Subject | Division | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | -- | B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka | Mech.engg. | First | -- |
| 2 | -- | B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka | Mechanical engineering | First | -- |
| 3 | -- | Masters in Public Policy IGNOU | Public Policy | First | -- |
Central Deputation Details
Career Strip
Proportional view — each block is a posting, sized by tenure.
Experience Details
| S.No. | Designation | Ministry/Dept & Location | Cadre / Centre | Sector | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Director | Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi | Centre | Water Resources / Drinking Water | 06/01/2025 - 25/10/2026 |
| 2 | Deputy Secretary | Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi | Centre | Water Resources / Drinking Water | 26/10/2021 - 05/01/2025 |
| 3 | Secretary To Chief Minister | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 08/07/2021 - 05/10/2021 |
| 4 | Secretary To Government | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 11/01/2021 - 12/08/2021 |
| 5 | Chairman & M D | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 02/09/2020 - 05/07/2021 |
| 6 | Inspector General (Registration) & Superintendent Of Stamps | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 22/05/2020 - 10/12/2020 |
| 7 | Additional Secy To C M | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 15/05/2020 - 24/08/2020 |
| 8 | Additional Secy To Govt. | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 15/05/2020 - 11/01/2021 |
| 9 | Director | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 03/09/2019 - 27/11/2020 |
| 10 | Commissioner (Taxes) | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 05/07/2019 - 12/08/2021 |
| 11 | State Mission Director , | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 26/06/2019 - 06/08/2020 |
| 12 | Joint Secretary To CM | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 27/08/2018 - 14/05/2020 |
| 13 | Joint Secretary | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 26/07/2018 - 30/10/2019 |
| 14 | Managing Director | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 18/07/2018 - 08/03/2019 |
| 15 | Director (Rural Infrastructure Dev) & E/O Jt Secy | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 22/05/2018 - 30/10/2019 |
| 16 | Commissioner (Cooperation) & Registrar Of Co-Op Societies | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 21/05/2018 - 28/01/2019 |
| 17 | Deputy Commissioner | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 06/02/2017 - 09/05/2018 |
| 18 | Deputy Commissioner | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 01/07/2015 - 31/01/2017 |
| 19 | Additional Deputy Commissioner | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 01/01/2015 - 01/07/2015 |
| 20 | Sub Divisional Officer(Civil), | Cadre (AIS) | Cadre (AIS) | / | 11/09/2013 - 31/12/2014 |
| 21 | On Training | LBSNAA Mussoorie | Cadre (AIS) | N.Applicable/N.Available / N.A. | 29/08/2011 - 12/08/2021 |
Mid Career Training
| S.No. | Year | Training Name | Date From | Date To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2021 | 17th Round of Phase III mandatory Mid-Career Training Programme (MCTP), 2021 | 22/02/2021 | 19/03/2021 |
In-Service Training
| S.No. | Year | Training Name | Institute | City | Duration (Weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2016-2017 | Inner Engineering Leadership Programme Program Details | Isha (Foundation) Yoga Centre | Coimbatore | 1 |
Domestic Training
| S.No. | Year | Name | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2013 | PHASE II TRAINING | 1Mn 22Days | |
| 2 | 2011 | PHASE I | 5Mn 28Days | |
| 3 | 2011 | FOUNDATION TRAINING OF IAS OFFICERS AT MUSSOORIE | 3Mn 11Days |
Foreign Training
Awards & Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cadre does Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi belong to?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi is an IAS officer of the Assam Meghalya cadre, batch of 2011, with Karnataka as the domicile state.
What is Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's age?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi is 41 years old, born on 19 July 1985.
What was Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's last posting?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi last served as Director, Jal Shakti Drinking Water and Sanitation New Delhi until 25 October 2026.
How many years has Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi served as an IAS officer?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi has 15 years of service in the Indian Administrative Service.
How many postings has Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi held?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi has held 21 distinct postings over their career, across 3 locations.
What is Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's longest single posting?
The longest tenure Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi held in one role was 9y 11m as On Training, LBSNAA Mussoorie.
What is Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi's educational qualification?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi holds the following qualifications: B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka, B.E. Visveswaraiah Technological University Belgaum, Karnataka, Masters in Public Policy IGNOU.
How was Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi recruited to the IAS?
Shri Arunkumar Kembhavi was recruited through Direct Recruitment via the UPSC Civil Services Examination.
