Mr. Santosh Kumar Srivastava assumed the charge of Finance Officer of Sri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University on 9th August 2023. Before joining to the University, he was working on the same position with Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University, Srinagar, Uttarakhand.

Mr. Santosh Kumar Srivastava is a highly accomplished and versatile professional having a Post Graduate degree in Commerce, with a consistent record of high academic excellence throughout his academic journey. Srivastava's career began in Public Sector Undertakings under Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, where he spent over twenty years, honing his skills in corporate finance and accounts. He gained expertise in the area of Budgeting, Accounting, Auditing, and overseeing Annual Accounts etc.

In 2007, he transitioned to the realm of education, joining the National Institute of Technology, Silchar, where he served as Deputy Registrar (Accounts) for almost five years and also served on the role of Registrar in-charge for some months.

In 2012, Mr. Srivastava moved to the Central University of Rajasthan, Ajmer, where he initially served as Deputy Registrar (Finance) and later took on the role of Joint Registrar. His contributions were pivotal in establishing the University's Finance and Accounts Section, overseeing Internal/external audits, procurement matters, and infrastructure development etc. of a newly established Central University. In the midst of 2019, he has been apportioned with additional responsibilities, including the Establishment matters, Recruitment, and Estate Section. His dedication and capabilities led to his entrustment as the Finance Officer of the Central University of Rajasthan for quite a long period.

With an extensive career, spanning over more than 35 years, he brings a wealth of experience in Finance and Administration to this Institute. Mr. Srivastava is a seasoned professional, whose expertise continues to drive the financial and administrative excellence of Sri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University, New Delhi.