New Delhi: The Central Government has extended the deputation tenure of Alok Tiwari (IAS:2007:UP) as Joint Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), Ministry of Finance, by another two years. The extension was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), enabling the Uttar Pradesh cadre officer to continue in the crucial policy-making role beyond his current tenure.
According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Thursday (June 25, 2026), the ACC approved the proposal of the Department of Economic Affairs to extend Tiwari’s central deputation for two years beyond September 26, 2026, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
The extension comes in recognition of his contribution to the Department of Economic Affairs, where he has been serving since August 2024.
ACC Approves Extension
The DoPT order stated that the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the proposal to continue Alok Tiwari’s services in the Department of Economic Affairs for another two years.
His extended tenure will commence after September 26, 2026, ensuring continuity in one of the Ministry of Finance’s key administrative positions.
Serving in DEA Since 2024
Alok Tiwari joined the Department of Economic Affairs in August 2024 as Joint Secretary.
Before moving to the Ministry of Finance, he served as the Private Secretary to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh from September 2021, where he handled several important assignments within the Ministry of Defence.
His transition from the Defence Ministry to the Finance Ministry reflected his strong administrative and policy credentials, particularly in the fields of governance and economics.
Who is IAS Alok Tiwari?
Alok Tiwari is a 2007-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre. A direct recruit through the UPSC Civil Services Examination, he is known for his strong academic background combining engineering and economics.
Personal Profile
- Date of Birth: October 23, 1978
- Home Town: Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh
- Cadre: Uttar Pradesh
- Batch: 2007
- Current Position: Joint Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance
Educational Qualifications
Alok Tiwari possesses an impressive academic profile.
He completed his schooling at J.T. Golden Jubilee School in Allahabad before pursuing Mechanical Engineering at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur, where he earned his B.Tech degree between 1997 and 2001.
Later, he enhanced his expertise in economic policy by completing a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) between 2014 and 2016.
His combination of technical and economic education has been considered a valuable asset in handling financial and policy matters at the national level.
Distinguished Administrative Career
During his service in Uttar Pradesh, Alok Tiwari held several important field and administrative assignments.
He served as:
- District Magistrate and Collector, Kanpur Nagar
- District Magistrate and Collector, Mathura
- Chief Development Officer (CDO)
- Joint Magistrate
These assignments gave him extensive experience in district administration, public service delivery, and development planning.
Private Secretary to Defence Minister
In September 2021, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet appointed Alok Tiwari as Private Secretary to Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
During his tenure in the Defence Ministry, he worked closely with the Defence Minister on key administrative and policy matters before moving to the Ministry of Finance in 2024.
Role in Department of Economic Affairs
Since assuming charge as Joint Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Alok Tiwari has been involved in important economic and financial policy matters under the Ministry of Finance.
With his background in economics and public administration, he has been contributing to policy formulation and implementation within one of the government’s most significant economic departments.
The latest extension will allow him to continue serving in this strategic role through 2028, subject to government orders.
Extension Reflects Government’s Confidence
The decision to extend Alok Tiwari’s deputation reflects the Centre’s confidence in his administrative abilities and policy expertise.
Having served in senior positions across both state and central governments, he continues to play an important role in shaping economic governance at the national level.
