S D Patil, born on April 11, 1941, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1979 Maharashtra cadre. He holds postgraduate qualifications in Economics, along with graduate degrees in Law and Economics. Throughout his career, Patil served in various capacities including Joint Secretary at Maharashtra's Law and Justice Department, Additional Commissioner, Municipal Commissioner, District Collector, Under Secretary, Director, Junior Scale officer, Chief Officer, Sub-Divisional Officer, and Managing Director. His extensive administrative experience spans multiple roles within the Maharashtra government, culminating in his position as Joint Secretary before retirement.