Vivek Aggarwal

IAS Officer

Indian Haryana, India

Quick Info

ProfessionIAS Officer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth01/06/1971
Age55 years
BirthplaceHaryana, India

Latest News about Vivek Aggarwal

22/06/2026

Vivek Aggarwal was elected Vice-President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for the 2026-27 term, becoming the first Indian to hold the post. Reports state that he is scheduled to assume the role from July 2026 and that he currently serves as Union Culture Secretary.

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Bio/Wiki

Known forBeing the first Indian to become FATF Vice President in June 2026

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourBlack
IAS Batch1994
CadreMadhya Pradesh

Educational Qualification(s)

Degrees
  • B.Com, LLB from Punjab University, Chandigarh (1989-1992)
  • CS (Inter) from Institute of Companies Secretaries of India
  • Course in Globalization and International Financial Systems from London School of Economics

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Languages
  • Hindi
  • English
  • Punjabi

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Career

Key Positions
  • Sub-Divisional Officer in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh (1996)
  • Additional Deputy Commissioner in Bathinda, Punjab (2000)
  • District Collector of Rajgarh and Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
  • Secretary to Chief Minister in the Government of Madhya Pradesh (2009-2018)
  • Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture in the Government of India (2021)
  • Head of Indian Delegation to FATF (September 2022)
Highlights
  • Appointed as Vice President for the FATF in June 2026
  • Experience in public administration, fiscal management, and revenue administration
  • Established significant projects in urban development and infrastructure

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Received the Gurukul Scholarship for studies at the London School of Economics
2. Active fitness enthusiast who practices yoga regularly
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