N Chandrasekaran has resigned as Tata Sons Chairman after nearly a decade at the helm. As he prepares to step down in February 2027, know about his education, degrees, colleges and career journey at TCS and Tata Group.

N Chandrasekaran has resigned as Chairman of Tata Sons, bringing an end to his nearly decade-long tenure at the helm of the Tata Group’s holding company. Chandrasekaran submitted his resignation on August 12, 2026, but will continue in the position until his current term ends on February 20, 2027. He has also decided not to seek reappointment.

In a statement, Chandrasekaran described leading Tata Sons as “a great honour and a profound responsibility”. His resignation comes ahead of the Tata Sons Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 18.

N Chandrasekaran Education Qualification

Born on June 2, 1963, in Mohanur, Tamil Nadu, Chandrasekaran comes from a farming family. He completed his schooling in Tamil Nadu before pursuing higher education in the field of computer applications and applied sciences.