Mumbai: The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has approved the appointment of IRS officer Amit Mohan Mittal (2008 batch) as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), Mumbai. His tenure is set for three years from the date of assumption of charge or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The appointment was formalized through an official order issued on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Professional Background
Amit Mohan Mittal is a seasoned Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer with over 17 years of experience in government service. Prior to joining the civil services, he worked as an Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Gurugram, from October 2007 to August 2008.
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Educational Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant: Qualified through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 2004.
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Agra University.
- Early Education: Completed schooling at Amarnath Vidya Ashram.
Significance of the Appointment
As the Chief Vigilance Officer, Mittal will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring transparency, accountability, and integrity in operations at the Directorate General of Shipping. This role is critical in maintaining good governance standards in India’s maritime sector.
His extensive experience in the IRS, combined with his professional training as a Chartered Accountant, positions him to handle vigilance-related responsibilities effectively at DGS.
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