New Delhi: The Central Government has appointed Prasanth M S (IAS: 2015: Tamil Nadu) as Deputy Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of four years.
The appointment was announced through official notifications issued on Tuesday, marking an important milestone in the career of the young IAS officer who has served in several key administrative roles across Tamil Nadu.
With his new assignment in New Delhi, Prasanth M S will be part of one of the most crucial institutions in the Government of India, responsible for coordinating policy matters and facilitating decision-making at the highest levels of governance.
Appointment to Cabinet Secretariat
According to the notification, Prasanth M S has been appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat for a tenure of four years.
The Cabinet Secretariat functions directly under the Prime Minister and plays a pivotal role in ensuring coordination among various ministries and departments of the Government of India.
His appointment comes under the Central Staffing Scheme, which enables officers from different cadres to serve in key positions in the Union Government.
Personal Background
Prasanth M S belongs to the 2015 batch of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and is allocated to the Tamil Nadu cadre.
Personal Details
- Name: Prasanth M S
- Service: Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Batch: 2015
- Cadre: Tamil Nadu
- Domicile State: Kerala
- Current Posting: Deputy Secretary, Cabinet Secretariat, New Delhi
Date of Birth
Official records indicate his date of birth as:
- March 8, 1988 (as per service records)
Academic Qualifications
Prasanth M S possesses a strong academic background in both science and public administration.
Education in Physics
He completed:
- M.Sc. in Physics
- University of Mysore
- 2006–2011
Education in Public Management
To strengthen his administrative and governance expertise, he pursued:
- Master’s Degree in Public Management
- Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
- 2015–2017
His academic training combines scientific analysis with public policy and governance, making him well-equipped for administrative leadership roles.
Career in the Indian Administrative Service
Since joining the IAS, Prasanth M S has held several important assignments in Tamil Nadu’s administrative framework.
Deputy Secretary, Cabinet Secretariat (2026)
In June 2026, he was appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India.
This marks his transition from state administration to a significant central deputation assignment.
District Collector, Kallakurichi
One of his most notable assignments was serving as:
District Collector, Kallakurichi
- He assumed charge on: June 19, 2024
As Collector, he was responsible for:
- District administration
- Implementation of welfare schemes
- Revenue administration
- Development projects
- Disaster management
- Public grievance redressal
Additional Director, Rural Development & Panchayat Raj
Before moving to the Centre, Prasanth M S served as:
- Additional Director (General) Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, Chennai
- He assumed the role on: January 30, 2023
In this position, he was involved in:
- Rural development programmes
- Panchayat administration
- Local governance initiatives
- Infrastructure development in rural areas
- Implementation of state and centrally sponsored schemes
Early Administrative Experience
During the initial years of his career, he served in various field and secretariat assignments, including:
- Sub Collector
- Assistant Secretary
These roles provided him extensive experience in district administration, public service delivery, and policy implementation.
Significance of the Appointment
The posting of Prasanth M S to the Cabinet Secretariat is viewed as a recognition of his administrative capabilities and field-level experience.
Officers selected for central deputation to the Cabinet Secretariat are often entrusted with responsibilities involving:
- Inter-ministerial coordination
- Policy implementation
- Governance reforms
- Strategic administrative support
- Monitoring of government programmes
His experience in district administration and rural development is expected to contribute meaningfully to his new role at the Centre.
