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Ashok Kumar Selected as Director (Finance) of National Seeds Corporation Limited – Know More About Him

PESB Recommends Finance Leader from SJVN for Key Role in Agricultural PSU
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New Delhi: The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Mr. Ashok Kumar, currently General Manager and Head of Department (Finance) at SJVN Limited, for appointment as Director (Finance) at National Seeds Corporation Limited (NSC), a Mini-Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

The selection meeting for the prestigious post was held at 11:30 AM on July 25, 2025.

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Rigorous Selection from Top PSU Talent Pool

Mr. Ashok Kumar was chosen after a competitive interview process involving nine candidates from prominent public sector undertakings. The shortlisted professionals came from:

  • Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
  • Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL)
  • Engineering Projects (India) Limited (EPIL)
  • Mangalore Refinery & Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL)
  • NTPC Green Energy Limited
  • RITES Limited
  • Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
  • Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (UPPTCL)
  • SJVN Limited

The PESB panel conducted detailed evaluations before unanimously recommending Mr. Ashok Kumar, recognizing his strong financial acumen, sectoral experience, and leadership credentials.

Ashok Kumar Brings Power Sector Expertise to NSC

With decades of experience in the power and infrastructure sector, Mr. Ashok Kumar has led finance operations and strategic planning at SJVN Limited, a Schedule-A PSU under the Ministry of Power. His proven track record in financial governance, cost control, project financing, and capital structuring makes him a valuable addition to NSC’s top management.

His appointment is expected to bolster financial efficiency, drive growth-oriented planning, and support the government’s vision for agricultural transformation and seed security.

Formal Appointment Subject to Approvals

As per procedure, the recommendation by PESB is subject to final approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) and completion of other formalities by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Upon confirmation, Mr. Ashok Kumar will join the NSC Board and assume responsibility for directing the financial strategy, audits, budgeting, and fiscal policy implementation for the state-owned seed production and distribution enterprise.

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About National Seeds Corporation Limited

National Seeds Corporation Limited (NSC) is a leading Mini-Ratna CPSE under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, involved in the production, procurement, and distribution of quality seeds for the Indian farming community. It plays a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality certified seeds to boost farm productivity and rural incomes.


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