Syed Abdul Nazeer
| Tenure |
: |
February 24th, 2023
to
Incumbent
(1,193 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Droupadi Murmu |
| Remarks |
: |
Assumed office with a distinguished background as a former Supreme Court judge, bringing sharp legal expertise to the Raj Bhavan. He continues to serve as the incumbent Governor through 2025 and 2026, overseeing current state developments. |
|
Biswabhusan Harichandan
| Tenure |
: |
July 24th, 2019
to
February 23rd, 2023
(1,310 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Ram Nath Kovind |
| Remarks |
: |
Managed the state's constitutional affairs during the challenging COVID-19 pandemic and the proposed three-capital legislation controversies. He was subsequently reassigned as the Governor of Chhattisgarh in a major gubernatorial reshuffle. |
|
Ekkadu Srinivasan Lakshmi Narasimhan
| Tenure |
: |
December 27th, 2009
to
July 23rd, 2019
(3,495 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Pratibha Patil |
| Remarks |
: |
Became the longest-serving Governor, uniquely overseeing both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana during the complex state bifurcation process. He finally stepped down after nearly a decade of handling the administrative challenges of dividing the state. |
|
Narayan Dutt Tiwari
| Tenure |
: |
August 22nd, 2007
to
December 27th, 2009
(858 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Pratibha Patil |
| Remarks |
: |
Brought decades of political experience to the role but his tenure was overshadowed by the intense Telangana statehood agitation. He resigned from office citing health reasons following a major public controversy that made his continuation untenable. |
|
Rameshwar Thakur
| Tenure |
: |
January 29th, 2006
to
August 22nd, 2007
(570 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam |
| Remarks |
: |
Provided experienced leadership during his tenure, overseeing a period of rapid economic growth and infrastructure development in the state. He was later transferred to take up the governorship of Karnataka in a routine reshuffle. |
|
Sushil Kumar Shinde
| Tenure |
: |
November 4th, 2004
to
January 29th, 2006
(451 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam |
| Remarks |
: |
Brought his administrative experience from Maharashtra to his role as Governor of Andhra Pradesh, focusing on developmental issues. He resigned from the post to return to active politics and contest the Rajya Sabha elections. |
|
Surjit Singh Barnala
| Tenure |
: |
January 3rd, 2003
to
November 4th, 2004
(671 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam |
| Remarks |
: |
Guided the state through the transition of power following the 2004 state assembly elections, ensuring a smooth democratic process. He was subsequently transferred to serve as the Governor of Tamil Nadu by the central government. |
|
Chakravarthi Rangarajan
| Tenure |
: |
November 24th, 1997
to
January 3rd, 2003
(1,866 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President K. R. Narayanan |
| Remarks |
: |
Utilized his extensive economic expertise as former RBI Governor to guide the state during its crucial IT boom. He completed his standard term and later took up the chairmanship of the Twelfth Finance Commission of India. |
|
Gopala Ramanujam
| Tenure |
: |
August 22nd, 1997
to
November 24th, 1997
(94 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President K. R. Narayanan |
| Remarks |
: |
Took over the gubernatorial duties briefly, ensuring administrative continuity during the transition period between permanent appointments. He stepped down after a short stint to make way for a permanent appointment by the President. |
|
Krishan Kant
| Tenure |
: |
February 7th, 1990
to
August 22nd, 1997
(2,753 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President R. Venkataraman |
| Remarks |
: |
Enjoyed a long and stable tenure of over seven years, overseeing significant economic and political transitions in the state. He left the governorship to successfully run for the office of Vice President of India, reaching national prominence. |
|
Kumudben Manishankar Joshi
| Tenure |
: |
November 26th, 1985
to
February 7th, 1990
(1,534 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Zail Singh |
| Remarks |
: |
Served as the second female Governor of the state, known for her active involvement in various social and cultural programs. She completed her term and subsequently retired from active political office, leaving a strong cultural imprint. |
|
Shankar Dayal Sharma
| Tenure |
: |
August 29th, 1984
to
November 26th, 1985
(454 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Zail Singh |
| Remarks |
: |
Restored democratic norms by reinstating N.T. Rama Rao, healing the constitutional crisis left by his predecessor's controversial decisions. He vacated the office upon being appointed as the Governor of Punjab to handle crises there. |
|
Thakur Ram Lal
| Tenure |
: |
August 15th, 1983
to
August 29th, 1984
(380 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Zail Singh |
| Remarks |
: |
His tenure was marked by the controversial dismissal of Chief Minister N.T. Rama Rao, which sparked widespread democratic protests across the state. He was forced to resign shortly after due to the intense political fallout and public outrage. |
|
Kochakkan Chacko Abraham
| Tenure |
: |
August 15th, 1978
to
August 15th, 1983
(1,826 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Neelam Sanjiva Reddy |
| Remarks |
: |
Maintained a steady administration over a full five-year term during a period of changing political landscapes in the state. He retired from the governorship upon the successful completion of his tenure, respected for his mediating skills. |
|
Sharda Mukherjee
| Tenure |
: |
May 5th, 1977
to
August 15th, 1978
(467 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President B. D. Jatti (Acting) |
| Remarks |
: |
Became the first female Governor of Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the state's political history. She left the position after being appointed as the Governor of Gujarat, continuing her distinguished public service career. |
|
Bipinchandra Jivanlal Divan
| Tenure |
: |
February 17th, 1977
to
May 5th, 1977
(77 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed |
| Remarks |
: |
Assumed the responsibilities of acting Governor while serving as the Chief Justice of the state High Court. He returned to his primary judicial duties following the appointment of a full-time Governor by the President of India. |
|
Ramchandra Dhondiba Bhandare
| Tenure |
: |
June 16th, 1976
to
February 17th, 1977
(246 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed |
| Remarks |
: |
Served as Governor during the critical period of the National Emergency, handling complex state-center relations effectively. He was subsequently transferred to serve as the Governor of Bihar by the central leadership. |
|
Mohanlal Sukhadia
| Tenure |
: |
January 10th, 1976
to
June 16th, 1976
(158 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed |
| Remarks |
: |
Brought his vast experience as the longest-serving Chief Minister of Rajasthan to the state of Andhra Pradesh. He resigned from the post after a brief tenure due to shifting political dynamics at the central government level. |
|
Sanjeeva Obul Reddy
| Tenure |
: |
January 25th, 1975
to
January 10th, 1976
(350 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed |
| Remarks |
: |
Acted as Governor while simultaneously holding the position of Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. He vacated the gubernatorial office once a permanent Governor was officially appointed, returning full-time to the judiciary. |
|
Khandubhai Kasanji Desai
| Tenure |
: |
April 11th, 1968
to
January 25th, 1975
(2,480 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Zakir Husain |
| Remarks |
: |
Held office during the turbulent Jai Andhra movement, maintaining constitutional stability during a period of severe regional agitation. He completed a lengthy term of almost seven years before stepping down, having navigated the state through intense crises. |
|
Pattom Anantharaman Thanu Pillai
| Tenure |
: |
May 4th, 1964
to
April 11th, 1968
(1,438 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan |
| Remarks |
: |
Resigned from his role as Chief Minister of Kerala to take up gubernatorial duties, bringing extensive political experience. He retired from active political and administrative life after his tenure in Andhra Pradesh concluded gracefully. |
|
Satyawant Mallannah Shrinagesh
| Tenure |
: |
September 8th, 1962
to
May 4th, 1964
(604 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan |
| Remarks |
: |
A former Chief of Army Staff who brought strict military discipline to the gubernatorial role in Andhra Pradesh. He left office to assume the position of Governor of Mysore state, leaving behind a legacy of strong administrative oversight. |
|
Bhim Sen Sachar
| Tenure |
: |
August 1st, 1957
to
September 8th, 1962
(1,864 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Rajendra Prasad |
| Remarks |
: |
Served a full five-year term, contributing significantly to the foundational years of the newly unified Andhra Pradesh. He was eventually succeeded following the completion of his standard gubernatorial tenure, having maintained a stable political climate. |
|
Chandulal Madhavlal Trivedi
| Tenure |
: |
October 1st, 1953
to
August 1st, 1957
(1,400 days)
|
| Appointed By |
: |
President Rajendra Prasad |
| Remarks |
: |
Appointed as the first Governor after the formation of Andhra State, guiding its early administration. He completed his term successfully and transitioned out of office as the state was reorganized into Andhra Pradesh, establishing strong administrative foundations. |
|
