Prateek Jain, a 2018 batch IAS officer of the Uttarakhand cadre, is known for his courageous disaster management, people-centric administrative work, and direct engagement with the public. He is prominently included among the youngest District Magistrates of Uttarakhand, having passed the UPSC exam at the age of just 25. During his tenure, he has cultivated a recognizable public image. Born on July 25, 1993, in Ajmer, Rajasthan, he received his primary education at St. Stephen’s School, Ajmer, and higher education from British Pilani, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering and an MSc in Biological Sciences. He also earned an MA in Public Management from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
In 2016, he passed the Union Public Service Commission’s Forest Service examination on his first attempt, securing an All India Rank of 3. He trained as an IFS officer for approximately a year. In 2017, he passed the Civil Services Examination on his second attempt, achieving an All India Rank of 3. He became an IAS officer of the 2018 batch of the Uttarakhand cadre. He served as the District Magistrate of Rudraprayag from 2025 to February 2026, during which he conducted a foot inspection of the Kedarnath Yatra arrangements, a video of which went viral on social media. From February 2026 to February 2026, he also served as the Managing Director of the Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam.
In 2026, he was appointed as the GST Commissioner and Inspector General of Registration and Stamp Duty of Uttarakhand. Prior to this, he held positions such as MD of SIDCUL, Director General of Industries, Chief Development Officer of Haridwar, and Deputy Collector/SDM of Nainital. His work has impressed people, and he has received overwhelmingly positive, respectful, and emotional reactions on social media. Among the people of Rudraprayag, Pratik Jain maintains a reputation as a public servant and a role model for youth. He is remembered with respect for his public welfare work and commendable transparency.
Key Responsibilities
- Disaster Management : Honored for his outstanding rescue and relief efforts during the 2021 floods.
- Services in Rudraprayag and Haridwar : After assuming charge as the District Magistrate of Rudraprayag, he personally inspected the preparations for the Kedarnath Yatra on foot, ensuring the facilities and safety of pilgrims at ground zero.
- COVID Management : Commended for excellent management and relief work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Public Accessibility : Conducting inspections and resolving public issues on the spot.
Achievements
- State Best Electoral Practices Award: 2026 by Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh for successfully implementing voter mapping initiatives in Rudraprayag district.
- Right to Information Excellence Award: For strengthening the online tracking, transparent disposal, and e-filing system of RTI applications as Chief Development Officer, Haridwar.
- National Logistics Excellence Award: For securing Uttarakhand’s status as a top achiever in logistics infrastructure and industrial facilitation across the country.
- Global 30 Under 30: Listed among the top 30 alumni worldwide by BITSA International for success in public service and administrative fields.
- Kishore Vaigyanik Protsahan Yojana Fellowship: For outstanding achievements in the field of science, awarded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
- Rajasthan Talent Scholarship Award: For academic merit and outstanding performance in the home state of Rajasthan.