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Droupadi Murmu (15th President) Active

Birth Date	:	June 20th, 1958	Birth Place	:	Uparbeda, Odisha
Term Start	:	July 25th, 2022	Term End	:	Incumbent
Died On	:	Living	Party	:	Bharatiya Janata Party
Remarks	:	Achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first person from a tribal community and the youngest individual to occupy the highest constitutional office. She currently serves as the incumbent President, actively leading the republic's ceremonial duties through 2025 and beyond.

Ram Nath Kovind (14th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	October 1st, 1945	Birth Place	:	Paraunkh, United Provinces
Term Start	:	July 25th, 2017	Term End	:	July 25th, 2022
Died On	:	Living	Party	:	Bharatiya Janata Party
Remarks	:	Represented a historic shift as the second Dalit President, focusing heavily on issues of constitutional morality and marginalized communities. He successfully fulfilled his five-year mandate and gracefully handed over the reins to his successor.

Pranab Kumar Mukherjee (13th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	December 11th, 1935	Birth Place	:	Mirati, Bengal Presidency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 2012	Term End	:	July 25th, 2017
Died On	:	August 31st, 2020	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Brought unparalleled administrative and political experience to the presidency, frequently acting as a wise counselor to the ruling government. He completed his term with bipartisan admiration and returned to a quiet civilian life.

Pratibha Devisingh Patil (12th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	December 19th, 1934	Birth Place	:	Nadgaon, Bombay Presidency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 2007	Term End	:	July 25th, 2012
Died On	:	Living	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Broke the ultimate glass ceiling by becoming the first female President of India, heavily emphasizing women's empowerment during her tenure. She formally concluded her five-year constitutional mandate before retiring from active political life.

Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam (11th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	October 15th, 1931	Birth Place	:	Rameswaram, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 2002	Term End	:	July 25th, 2007
Died On	:	July 27th, 2015	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Earned the affectionate title of the "People's President" by opening the doors of the Rashtrapati Bhavan to the common public and deeply inspiring the youth. He completed his term with immense national popularity but declined to contest for a second stint.

Kocheril Raman Narayanan (10th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	October 27th, 1920	Birth Place	:	Uzhavoor, Travancore
Term Start	:	July 25th, 1997	Term End	:	July 25th, 2002
Died On	:	November 9th, 2005	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Made history as the first Dalit to occupy the Rashtrapati Bhavan, famously asserting his independence by returning key cabinet recommendations for reconsideration. He chose not to seek a second term and retired as a highly respected constitutional custodian.

Shankar Dayal Sharma (9th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	August 19th, 1918	Birth Place	:	Bhopal, Central India Agency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 1992	Term End	:	July 25th, 1997
Died On	:	December 26th, 1999	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Ascended to the presidency after a long and distinguished career in politics, managing the tumultuous period surrounding the Babri Masjid demolition. He concluded his term smoothly, ensuring stability during a decade of sweeping economic liberalization.

Ramaswamy Venkataraman (8th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	December 4th, 1910	Birth Place	:	Rajamadam, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 1987	Term End	:	July 25th, 1992
Died On	:	January 27th, 2009	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Guided the republic through an era of unprecedented political fragility, working with four different Prime Ministers during his single term. He retired at the end of his tenure, leaving a legacy of strict adherence to constitutional norms during hung parliaments.

Giani Zail Singh (7th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	May 5th, 1916	Birth Place	:	Sandhwan, Punjab
Term Start	:	July 25th, 1982	Term End	:	July 25th, 1987
Died On	:	December 25th, 1994	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Served during a period marked by severe internal security challenges, including Operation Blue Star and the tragic assassination of the Prime Minister. He completed his five-year term despite famously tense relations with the central executive.

Neelam Sanjiva Reddy (6th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	May 19th, 1913	Birth Place	:	Illur, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	July 25th, 1977	Term End	:	July 25th, 1982
Died On	:	June 1st, 1996	Party	:	Janata Party
Remarks	:	Achieved the unique distinction of being elected unopposed to the presidency after previously serving as the Lok Sabha Speaker. He successfully completed his tenure, navigating the complex era of early coalition politics at the center.

Basappa Danappa Jatti (Acting President) Retired

Birth Date	:	September 10th, 1912	Birth Place	:	Savalgim, Bombay Presidency
Term Start	:	February 11th, 1977	Term End	:	July 25th, 1977
Died On	:	May 7th, 2002	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Took over the reigns temporarily as the Vice President following the unexpected death of the sitting President. He oversaw the revocation of the Emergency and the swearing-in of a new government before returning to his vice-presidential duties.

Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed (5th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	May 13th, 1905	Birth Place	:	Delhi, British India
Term Start	:	August 24th, 1974	Term End	:	February 11th, 1977
Died On	:	February 11th, 1977	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Oversaw a highly controversial period in Indian democracy by signing the declaration of the National Emergency in 1975. He passed away suddenly due to a cardiac arrest before his term could reach its natural conclusion.

Varahagiri Venkata Giri (4th President) Retired

Birth Date	:	August 10th, 1894	Birth Place	:	Berhampur, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	August 24th, 1969	Term End	:	August 24th, 1974
Died On	:	June 24th, 1980	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Secured a historic victory as an independent candidate, closely supported by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi following a split in the Congress. He completed a full five-year term filled with significant political realignments and the 1971 war.

Mohammad Hidayatullah (Acting President) Retired

Birth Date	:	December 17th, 1905	Birth Place	:	Lucknow, United Provinces
Term Start	:	July 20th, 1969	Term End	:	August 24th, 1969
Died On	:	September 18th, 1992	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Assumed the responsibilities as the Chief Justice of India when both the President and Vice President offices fell vacant simultaneously. He managed the constitutional transition smoothly until a newly elected President took the oath.

Varahagiri Venkata Giri (Acting President) Retired

Birth Date	:	August 10th, 1894	Birth Place	:	Berhampur, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	May 3rd, 1969	Term End	:	July 20th, 1969
Died On	:	June 24th, 1980	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Stepped in to fulfill the constitutional duties of the presidency immediately following the sudden demise of his predecessor. He resigned from his acting capacity to independently contest the upcoming full presidential elections.

Zakir Husain (3rd President) Retired

Birth Date	:	February 8th, 1897	Birth Place	:	Hyderabad, Hyderabad State
Term Start	:	May 13th, 1967	Term End	:	May 3rd, 1969
Died On	:	May 3rd, 1969	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Brought distinguished academic credentials to the highest office as the first Muslim President of the country. His tenure was tragically cut short when he suffered a fatal heart attack while actively holding the position.

Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (2nd President) Retired

Birth Date	:	September 5th, 1888	Birth Place	:	Tiruttani, Madras Presidency
Term Start	:	May 13th, 1962	Term End	:	May 13th, 1967
Died On	:	April 17th, 1975	Party	:	Independent
Remarks	:	Transitioned from the role of Vice President to guide the nation through the turbulent periods of the Sino-Indian and Indo-Pak wars. He completed a distinguished single term before retiring gracefully from public life.

Rajendra Prasad (1st President) Retired

Birth Date	:	December 3rd, 1884	Birth Place	:	Ziradei, Bihar
Term Start	:	January 26th, 1950	Term End	:	May 13th, 1962
Died On	:	February 28th, 1963	Party	:	Indian National Congress
Remarks	:	Assumed office as the first President when India became a republic, establishing foundational constitutional precedents. He is the only President to serve two full terms, stepping down after a long and widely respected tenure.