Dr. Raj Kamal Yadav is a 2013 batch IAS officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre. Hailing from Sikohabad, Uttar Pradesh, he secured AIR 21 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2013 in his first attempt. A veterinary science graduate from Chennai, he further pursued studies at Michigan State University in the USA. Despite opportunities abroad, his commitment to serving India led him back home to join the civil services. Known for his grassroots initiatives, he has served in various administrative roles, including District Magistrate of Baghpat, and as of August 2024, he was appointed as the Managing Director of the Uttar Pradesh Small Industries Corporation Limited (UPSIC).