Sachin Pilot

Sachin Pilot is a senior leader of the Indian National Congress and was the Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan (2018–2020). Presently, he is the General Secretary of the Congress, handling youth interaction, rural progress, and party organisation, revitalisation, having an image of vibrant leadership and being deeply engaged in state and national politics.

By Rashmi | Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 11:56:56 AM [IST]

Sachin Pilot Biography

Sachin Pilot is one of the youngest Parliamentarians in India and the current Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan. He is the son of the late politician Rajesh Pilot. Pilot earned his bachelor's degree in English Literature from St. Stephen's College (University of Delhi).

After graduation, he worked as a journalist at the Delhi Bureau of the BBC and subsequently went on to work for the General Motors Corporation. After completing his MBA in multinational management and finance at Wharton Business School (University of Pennsylvania, U.S.A), he decided to join politics.

At the age of 26 years, he was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha as the youngest MP from the Dausa Parliamentary Constituency of Rajasthan. In 2009, he was re-elected to Lok Sabha from Ajmer Parliamentary Constituency and became State Minister in the UPA government. He gave his services to various committees in central government.

He is the current president of the Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee. Pilot married Sara Abdullah in 2004. Sara is the daughter of the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah.

Sachin Pilot Personal Life

Full Name	Sachin Pilot
Date of Birth	07 Sep 1977 (Age 48)
Place of Birth	Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Party Name	Indian National Congress
Education	Post Graduate
Profession	Agriculturist, Journalist & Army officer
Father's Name	Late Shri Rajesh Pilot
Mother's Name	Smt. Rama Pilot
Spouse's Name	Sara Pilot
Spouse's Profession	Social Worker
Children	2 Son(s)
Religion	Hindu
Caste	Gurjar (OBC)
Website	http://www.sachinpilot.com/

Sachin Pilot Net Worth

Net Worth

₹7.39 CRORE

ASSETS

₹7.39 CRORE

Liabilities

N/A

Education Qualification of Sachin Pilot

Sachin Pilot studied at Air Force Bal Bharati School, New Delhi. After that, he earned a B.A. degree from St. Stephens College, University of Delhi. Later, he earned a diploma degree in marketing from I.M.T. Ghaziabad and an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Interesting Facts about Sachin Pilot

Sachin Pilot is fond of flying and is also a good shooter. He received his private pilot's license (PPL) from NY USA in 1995. In shooting, he represented Delhi in many National rifle and pistol Shooting Championships. He has also been commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Territorial Army. He is, therefore, known as Lieutenant Pilot for being an officer in the Territorial Army. Sachin takes a keen interest in issues related to farmers and the youth. He is interested in Domestic and International News and Current Affairs, International Trade and Economics, Agriculture and Rural Development, and strategic and foreign affairs. He wrote a book on his father in 2001, titled - "Rajesh Pilot: In Spirit Forever."

Political Timeline of Sachin Pilot

2018 - Incumbent : Pilot won the assembly elections from the Tonk constituency in December 2018. He defeated Yoonus Khan of the BJP by 54179 votes. He took oath as deputy chief minister of Rajasthan on 17 December.
2014 : Sachin Pilot contested the Lok Sabha Elections from the Ajmer constituency and was defeated by Sanwar Lal Jat of BJP with a margin of 171,983 votes.
2014 : On 13 January 2014, he was appointed as president of the Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee.
2012 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Corporate Affairs from 28 Oct. 2012 to May 2014.
2009 : Pilot was re-elected to the 15th Lok Sabha by defeating Kiran Maheshwari of BJP. Later, he served as Union Minister of State, Communications and Information Technology from 2009 - 28 October 2012.
2006 : Member, Consultative Committee, Ministry of Civil Aviation and Member, Committee on Home Affairs from 5th Aug.2006-2009.
2004 : Sachin Pilot was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha from Dausa Parliamentary Constituency of Rajasthan. He defeated Kartar Singh Bhadana of BJP with a huge margin of 114,865 votes. Soon, he became a Member of the Committee on Home Affairs.

Sachin Pilot Achievements

At 26 years of age, he was elected as the youngest MP in 2004. Sachin Pilot was selected as one of the Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum in 2008.

Election Results of Sachin Pilot

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2018	Rajasthan Assembly election	MLA	Tonk	Won
2014	Parliament election	MP	Ajmer	Lost
2009	Parliament election	MP	Ajmer	Won
2004	Parliament election	MP	Dausa	Won

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on Sachin Pilot)

Is Sachin Pilot married?
Yes, Sachin Pilot is married to Smt. Sara Pilot.
What is Sachin Pilot's qualification?
Sachin Pilot completed MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Does Sachin Pilot have criminal cases?
Sachin Pilot does not have any criminal cases.
Who is Sachin Pilot's wife?
Smt. Sara Pilot is the wife of Sachin Pilot.
How old is Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot is 45-year-old (As of 2022).
What is the contact number of Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot's contact number is 9013137777.
Is Sachin Pilot the youngest parliamentarian in India?
Sachin Pilot is one of the youngest parliamentarians in India.
From which party does Sachin Pilot belong to?
Sachin Pilot belongs to the Indian National Congress party.
Who is the father of Sachin Pilot?
Former Congress leader Rajesh Pilot is the father of Sachin Pilot.
Who is Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan.
Is Sachin Pilot married?
Yes, Sachin Pilot is married to Sara Pilot.
What is Sachin Pilot's qualification?
Sachin Pilot completed his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Does Sachin Pilot have criminal cases?
Sachin Pilot does not have any criminal cases.
Who is Sachin Pilot's wife?
Sara Pilot is the wife of Sachin Pilot.
How old is Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot is 46 years old (As of 2023).
What is the contact number of Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot's contact number is 9013137777.
Is Sachin Pilot the youngest parliamentarian in India?
Sachin Pilot is one of the youngest Parliamentarians in India.
From which party does Sachin Pilot belong to?
Sachin Pilot belongs to the Indian National Congress party.
Who is the father of Sachin Pilot?
Former Congress leader Rajesh Pilot is the father of Sachin Pilot.
Who is Sachin Pilot?
Sachin Pilot is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan.

Sachin Pilot Latest News & Updates

Sachin Pilot tears into Rajasthan CM; here's why

Congress leader Sachin Pilot threw a fresh attack at Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot on his Vasundhara Raje statement.
As Gehlot had praised the BJP politician by stating that Vasundhara aided in saving his government during the 2020 phase.
To this, Pilot expressed his reaction by saying that it seems like Gehlot's leader is not Sonia Gandhi but Vasundhara Raje Scindia.
Sachin Pilot-Ashok Gehlot appear together post 'Gaddar' incident

Senior Congress politician Sachin Pilot and Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot today appeared together in Rajasthan.
A few days ago, Mr. Gehlot was seen addressing the former deputy as gaddar or traitor during an interview.
Post this incident, the politicians today stood together and said that Bharat Jodo Yatra will be a massive success in the state.
Sachin Pilot recently opens up about Chief Minister's Job

Congress leader Sachin Pilot was recently asked about his chances of becoming Rajastha Chief Minister if Ashok Gehlot becomes Congress President.
To this, he replied that it is not up to him; that is for the party high command to decide.
Mr. Pilot was also asked whether he agrees with the idea that Gehlot should not hold two posts at a time.
Then he answered that who will lead, who will work in what position, all those decisions will be taken by the party leadership. The politician further stated that whether it's Gehlot, or him, or any other leader from different state there is no debate or argument to that.

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