Y B Prasad, born on January 20, 1933, is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer from the 1982 Bihar cadre. He holds a graduate degree in Political Science and a certificate in International Relations. Throughout his career, he served in various capacities including Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Additional District Magistrate, Deputy Commissioner, District Magistrate, Administrator, and multiple terms as Joint Secretary. His most recent designation was Joint Secretary from April 1, 1990, to January 1, 1991. He also served as Director of Census Operations in the Land Revenue Department.