A N Pramod

Navy Personnel

Indian Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India

Quick Info

ProfessionNavy Personnel
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth01/07/1969
Age56 years
BirthplaceRaipur, Chhattisgarh, India

Latest News about A N Pramod

07/05/2025

Vice Admiral A N Pramod played a leading role in the Indian Navy's public briefing on Operation Sindoor, the maritime response that followed the Pahalgam terror attack. He appeared as the Navy's senior operations officer alongside counterparts from the Army and Air Force, outlining the military's response and operational posture.

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Bio/Wiki

Known ForDirector General at the Indian Navy Operations
Full NameA N Pramod
RankVice Admiral

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington, Tamil Nadu
  • Indian Navy Academy, Goa
  • Indian Naval Academy, Goa
  • 38th Integrated Cadet Course, Naval Academy, Goa
  • Dholpur Military School, Rajasthan
Degrees
  • Naval Staff Course from DSSC, Wellington
  • Naval Higher Command Course, Naval Academy, Goa

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Swimming
  • Reading
  • Travelling

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherJ N Pramod Kumar
MotherAmbili
SiblingsOne elder brother
SpouseAmbili Pramod
Children
  • Siddhanta Pramod
  • Chitranjali Pramod

Career

OverviewVice Admiral A N Pramod is a highly accomplished officer in the Indian Navy, having achieved the second-highest rank. His career is marked by significant leadership roles and an impressive track record of service, including participation in critical naval operations and command positions.
Key Positions
  • Commanded Indian Naval Ships including INS Utkrosh, INS Abhay, and INS Shardul
  • Served in various strategic roles, including Joint Director of Naval Air Staff and Deputy Commandant of the Indian Naval Academy
  • Promoted to Vice Admiral and appointed as Director General of Naval Operations in January 2024
  • Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area (FOMA) from 28 November 2022 to 2023
  • Commanded Shivalik-class stealth multi-role frigate INS Satpura (F48), leading it during the International Fleet Review 2016
  • Served as executive officer of guided missile destroyer INS Rajput (D51)
  • Assumed charge as Director General Naval Operations on 15/01/2024
  • Deputy Commandant and Chief Instructor at the Indian Naval Academy (January 2021)
Awards
  • 9 Years Long Service Medal
  • 20 Years Long Service Medal
  • 50th Independence Anniversary Medal
  • Samanya Seva Medal
  • Operation Vijay Medal
  • Operation Parakram Medal
  • Sainya Seva Medal
  • 75th Independence Anniversary Medal
  • 30 Years Long Service Medal
  • Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (2024)
  • YSM
  • Rolling Trophy for Flying Training (Eastern Naval Command)
  • Uttar Pradesh Trophy for Overall Order of Merit

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. A N Pramod holds the second-highest rank in the Indian Navy, positioned between Rear Admiral and Admiral.
2. He was commissioned into the Indian Navy on 1 July 1990 after completing the 38th Integrated Cadet Course.
3. He specialized in Communication and Electronic Warfare early in his career and trained as a naval aviator.
4. Throughout his tenure, he has held numerous key leadership positions that showcase his strategic acuity and operational expertise.
5. In May 2025, he was pivotal in leading the Indian Navy's response during Operation Sindoor, demonstrating his capability in high-pressure scenarios.
6. He qualified as a Naval Air Operations Officer after undergoing the Sea King observer course, achieving 'Cat A' observer status.
7. He was awarded the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern Naval Command Rolling Trophy for standing first in flying training/ground subjects and the Uttar Pradesh trophy for being first in the Overall Order of Merit.
8. He was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal on 26/01/2024 for his tenure as FOMA.
9. He was born in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, but grew up in Kerala and attended Dholpur Military School in Rajasthan.
10. His father, J N Pramod Kumar, was a government employee, which led to his family moving to Kerala for his schooling.
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