Tarun Kumar Pithode, born on 28 August 1979, is an Indian Administrative Service officer from the 2009 Madhya Pradesh cadre. He holds dual Bachelor of Engineering degrees in Electronics and Communication from RGPV, Bhopal. Throughout his career, he has served in various capacities including Member Secretary, Joint Secretary, Director, Managing Director, District Collector, Project Director, Additional Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer, Sub Divisional Officer, and Assistant Collector. Fluent in English and Hindi, Tarun Kumar Pithode is currently awaiting his next position as of 1 January 2026. He continues to serve in the Indian Administrative Service.