N Chandrasekaran will not seek reappointment as Tata Sons chairman after February 20, 2027.

Tata Trusts to set up selection committee for new Tata Sons chairman after Chandrasekaran's exit

Tata Trusts said N Chandrasekaran has decided not to seek re-appointment as Tata Sons chairman when his tenure ends on 20 February 2027. The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust has moved to set up a selection committee to ensure an orderly leadership transition.

by · India Today

In Short

  • Sir Dorabji Tata Trust received his decision via email on August 12, 2026
  • Trust appreciates Chandrasekaran's decade-long leadership and contributions
  • A Selection Committee will be formed soon to recommend the new chairman

The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust has decided to initiate the process of selecting a new chairman of Tata Sons after N Chandrasekaran conveyed that he will not seek reappointment when his current tenure ends on February 20, 2027.

In a press release, Tata Trusts said its nominee directors received an email from Chandrasekaran on August 12, 2026, informing them of his decision not to offer himself for reappointment as chairman of Tata Sons.

The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust said it respects Chandrasekaran's decision and placed on record its appreciation for his contribution and stewardship of Tata Sons and the Tata Group over the past decade.

The Trust said Chandrasekaran made an “immense contribution” during a period of significant change, growth and transformation across the group.

SELECTION COMMITTEE TO BE SET UP

The trustees of the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust have passed a resolution to initiate the setting up of a Selection Committee “as soon as possible” in accordance with the Articles of Association of Tata Sons.

The committee will recommend a person for appointment as the new chairman of the Tata Sons board.

The Trust also said it would extend its full support to Tata Sons to ensure a smooth, timely and orderly transition of leadership, in line with the values and long-term interests of Tata Sons and the Tata Group.

Chandrasekaran's current tenure as Tata Sons chairman ends on February 20, 2027. His decision not to seek another term now sets in motion the process for choosing his successor.

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