New Delhi: Senior IAS officer Brajendra Navnit has been appointed as Additional Secretary in the 8th Central Pay Commission under the Department of Expenditure.
According to an order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training on April 30, 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment for a tenure of four years from the date of assuming charge or until further orders.
Currently Serving in Tamil Nadu Government
Mr Navnit is currently serving as Principal Secretary, Information Technology and Digital Services Department in the Government of Tamil Nadu. His appointment marks a significant transition from state administration to a key central role.
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Profile: Brajendra Navnit
Brajendra Navnit is a 1999-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Tamil Nadu cadre with extensive experience in governance, finance, and international trade.
- Date of Birth: October 21, 1974
- Education: Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.)
Key Career Highlights
Over the years, IAS Navnit has held several important administrative and policy-making positions at both state and central levels:
- Director, Prime Minister’s Office (PMO): Played a key role in policy coordination
- Ambassador & Permanent Representative to WTO, Geneva: Represented India in global trade negotiations
- Department of Economic Affairs: Contributed to financial and economic policymaking
- Tamil Nadu Government Roles: Served as District Collector (Viluppuram), Sub Collector (Tirunelveli), and Additional Commissioner (Chennai Corporation)
He has also held senior positions such as Principal Secretary in Commercial Taxes and Registration, and later in Information Technology & Digital Services in Tamil Nadu.
Expertise in Finance and Governance
Navnit is known for his strong background in finance, administration, and commerce, with over a decade of experience in finance-related roles. His work spans public policy, digital governance, and economic administration.
He has also been involved in capacity-building initiatives, including coordinating training programmes for elected representatives of rural local bodies in Tamil Nadu.
Role in 8th Pay Commission
The 8th Central Pay Commission is tasked with reviewing and recommending changes to the salary structure of central government employees and pensioners.
Navnit’s appointment as Additional Secretary is expected to contribute significantly to the Commission’s functioning, given his diverse administrative and policy experience.
Strengthening Key Policy Framework
His induction into the Pay Commission comes at a crucial time as the government prepares for the next phase of pay and pension reforms affecting millions of employees across the country.
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