Kanchan Verma (born 3 September 1977, Age: 46 years old) is an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 2005 batch, belonging to the Uttar Pradesh cadre. She is currently serving as the Inspector General of Stamp and Registration in Lucknow. She has been widely praised for her innovative and effective initiatives in various fields, such as education, environment, health, and governance. She has also received several awards and recognition for her outstanding performance and leadership.
Early Life and Education
Verma was born on September 3, 1977, in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh. She belongs to a middle-class family, and her father was a teacher. She completed her schooling from Saraswati Vidya Mandir in Etah and then pursued her graduation in Sociology from Dayalbagh Educational Institute in Agra. She also holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree from the same institute.

She had a keen interest in civil services since her childhood and decided to prepare for the UPSC exam after completing her graduation. She cleared the exam on her first attempt in 2004 and secured the 1210th rank in the all-India merit list. She opted for the IAS as her first choice of service and was allocated to the Uttar Pradesh cadre.
Kanchan Verma Wiki/Bio
Name | Kanchan Verma |
Date of Birth | September 3, 1977 |
Place of Birth | Etah, Uttar Pradesh |
Cadre | Uttar Pradesh |
Batch | 2005 |
Height | 5 feet 5 inches(approx.) |
Weight | 56 kilograms (approx.) |
Current Posting | Inspector General of Stamp and Registration, Lucknow |
Previous Postings | Vice-Chairman of Ghaziabad Development Authority Managing Director of UP Medical Supply Corporation District Magistrate and Collector of Mirzapur, Fatehpur, Shravasti, Bhadohi, and Balrampur Special Secretary to the Government of UP in the Infrastructure and Industrial Development Department Joint Magistrate and Collector of Sitapur Chief Development Officer of Gautam Budh Nagar Assistant Collector and Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Bareilly |
Spouse | Amit Verma (IAS) |
Children | One son and one daughter |
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Homepage | newsunzip.com |
Becoming an IAS
Kanchan joined the IAS in 2005 and underwent her training at Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration in Mussoorie. She also completed her district training in Bareilly, where she served as the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Nawabganj from 2006 to 2007. She then held various posts in different districts of Uttar Pradesh, such as Sitapur, Gautam Budh Nagar, Balrampur, Bhadohi, Shravasti, and Fatehpur.
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— DM MUZAFFARNAGAR (@DmMuzaffarnagar) December 28, 2020Some of her notable achievements during her tenure as a district magistrate (DM) are:
- She revived the Sasur Khaderi-2 river and its source, Thithora Lake, in Fatehpur, which had been dry for over 40 years. She mobilized the local community and the government departments to undertake a massive desilting and cleaning drive, which restored the natural flow of water and improved the groundwater level in the area. She also developed the lake as a tourist spot and installed solar lights, fountains, and benches around it. For this remarkable feat, she was awarded the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in 2013-14.
- She improved the quality of education in Mirzapur, where she served as the DM from 2016 to 2017. She inspected the schools regularly and taught maths and English to the students herself. She also took strict action against the absentee and unqualified teachers and suspended 350 of them. She also introduced e-learning and smart classes in the schools and distributed tablets and laptops to the students. She also organized various competitions and events to encourage the students and teachers.

- She received the Commonwealth Association for Public Administration and Management (CAPAM) International Innovation Award in 2016 for her project “Revival of the Glorious Lake and River”. The project involved the rejuvenation of the Motijheel Lake and the Chandrawal River in Mirzapur, which had been polluted and encroached on for decades. She mobilized the local people, NGOs, and government agencies to remove the encroachments, clean the water bodies, plant trees, and construct pathways and ghats. The project not only enhanced the beauty and ecology of the area but also boosted the income and livelihood of the people.
- Apart from her district postings, Verma has also served in various departments of the state and central governments, such as Industrial Development, Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Affairs, Medical Supply Corporation, and Ghaziabad Development Authority. She has also undergone a foreign training program at the University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom, where she studied public service leadership and innovation.
Spouse & Children
Kanchan Verma is married to Amit Verma, who is also an IAS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre. He is currently posted as the Secretary of the Urban Development Department in Lucknow. The couple has two children, a son and a daughter. Kanchan is known to be a humble and down-to-earth person, who maintains a balance between her professional and personal life. She is also fond of reading, writing, and traveling.
Current Posting
Kanchan is presently working as the Inspector General of Stamp and Registration in Lucknow, since June 2021. She is responsible for the administration and regulation of the stamp duty and registration fees in the state. She is also involved in the implementation of the e-stamping and e-registration system, which aims to make the process of property registration more transparent and convenient for the citizens.

Salary & Net worth
According to the 7th Pay Commission, the salary of an IAS officer depends on the pay level and the years of service. The basic pay of an IAS officer at the pay level 16, which is applicable for Kanchan Verma, is Rs. 2,05,400 per month.

In addition, she also receives various allowances, such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance, which vary according to the location and other factors. The total in-hand salary of an IAS officer at the pay level 16 can range from Rs. 2,50,000 to Rs. 3,00,000 per month.
Verma is an inspiring and exemplary IAS officer, who has made a positive difference in the lives of millions of people through her innovative and effective initiatives. She has also set a high standard of excellence and integrity in the civil services. She is a role model for many young aspirants, who wish to join the IAS and serve the nation.
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