Rita Teaotia, born on 24 July 1958, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1981 Gujarat cadre. She holds a postgraduate degree in History. Throughout her career, she served in various capacities including Assistant Collector, Deputy Secretary, Under Secretary, District Collector, Managing Director, Commissioner, Joint Secretary, Additional Secretary, Principal Secretary, and Chairman. Her most recent position was Secretary at Gujarat's Commerce and Industry Department from 1 July 2015 to 31 July 2018. She has also held roles such as Special Secretary and Secretary & Commissioner. Her extensive service reflects a diverse administrative experience within the Gujarat government.