A legacy of leadership, scholarship, sportsmanship, and service that spans generations. From celebrated cricketers and poets to governors, diplomats, military leaders, and public servants, RKC alumni have made remarkable contributions to India and the world.
156 +
Years of Legacy
5000 +
Alumni Worldwide
50 +
National Leaders
100 +
Sports Personalities
Distinguished Alumni
The Rajkumar College proudly celebrates alumni whose achievements have enriched literature, governance, diplomacy, defence, industry, and public service.
Kalapi
One of Gujarat's most celebrated poets whose literary legacy continues to inspire generations.
Shri Ranjitsinhji
Legendary cricketer whose name lives on India's premier domestic tournament, the Ranji Trophy.
Shri Duleepsinhji
International cricket icon remembered through the prestigious Duleep Trophy.
Shri Krishnakumarsinhji
Governor of Madras and an eminent statesman of his time.
Major General Himmatsinhji
Governor of Himachal Pradesh and a distinguished military leader.
General Rajendrasinhji
The last Commander-in-Chief and the first Chief of the Army Staff of India.
Shri Digvijaysinhji
India's first minister for environment and a visionary public leader.
Sujan Chinoy
Ambassador, strategic affairs expert, and Director General of the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses.
Kishan Rana
Ambassador and High Commissioner who served in Algeria, Czechoslovakia, Kenya, Mauritius, and Germany.
Arun Patwardhan
Ambassador to Vietnam and distinguished diplomat.
Shri Sukhdevsinhji
Former CMD of Bharat Petroleum and Managing Director of Essar Oil.
Ashok Kamte
Additional Commissioner of Mumbai Police, remembered for his sacrifice during the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
Cricketing Legends
Few institutions can claim a cricketing heritage as rich as that of The Rajkumar College. Generations of RKC students have represented regional, national, and international teams.
Shri Ranjitsinhji (Jamnagar)
International cricket legend whose influence on the game remains unparalleled. The Ranji Trophy is named in his honour.
Shri Duleepsinhji (Jamnagar)
One of the finest batsmen of his era. India's prestigious Duleep Trophy commemorates his legacy.
Shri Natwarsinhji (Porbandar)
Distinguished Test player and notable contributor to Indian cricket.
Shri Ghanshyamsinhji (Limbdi)
Represented cricket at the highest level and carried forward the RKC sporting tradition.
Shri Indrajitsinhji – Jamnagar
A distinguished cricketer from Jamnagar who proudly carried forward the rich cricketing legacy of The Rajkumar College on the domestic stage.
Shri Indrajitsinhji of Jamnagar
An elegant right-handed batsman who represented India in Test cricket and earned recognition for his refined technique and sportsmanship.
Shri Ajaysinh Jadeja (Jamnagar)
Former international cricketer and one of the most recognisable sporting faces associated with the RKC alumni community.
Hitesh Modi (Kenya)
International cricketer who represented Kenya and showcased RKC talent on the global stage.
Ranji Trophy players other than Saurashtra
Lt. Gen. Mahipatsinhji Wadher – Arambada
Jyotindra Sodhan
Shri Suryaveersingh – Banswara
Ranjit Khanvilkar
Shri Ajay Jadeja – Jamnagar
Ranji Trophy Players members of the staff
Herbert W. Barritt (Principal)
Basantsinghji R. Bias
Vikramsinhji D. Jadeja
Roopsingh P. Rathod
Vajesinh Nakum
Ranji Trophy Players
Western Indian State Cricket Association, Nawanagar, Kathiawar & Saurashtra
Shri Indravijaysinhji – Jamnagar
Shri Yajuvendrasinhji – Jamnagar
Shri Gulam Mohiuddin Khanji – Manavadar
Shri Pradyumansinhji – Rajkot
Sheikh Abdul Khaliq – Mangrol
Shri Nasiruddin Mohammed – Mangrol
Shri Dilawarkhanji – Junagadh
Shri Ghanshyamsinhji – Limbdi
Shri Abdul Kadir – Mangrol
Shri Abbas Mian – Mangrol
Shri Harpaldeo N. Jhala – Rajcharadi
Sayed Kuttubudin
Shri Indrajitsinhji – Jamnagar
Shri Mohammed Zahid – Mangrol
Shri Manoharsinhji – Rajkot
Shri Chhatrapalsinhji – Jamnagar
Shri Prahladsinhji – Rajkot
Niranjan R. Shah
Shri Jitendrasinhji – Muli
Shri Ajitsinhji V. Jadeja – Lodhika
Rajendrasinh Jadeja
Shri Narendrasinh C. Gohil
Dharmarajsinh Jadeja
Shri Yajurvendrasinhji Wala – Bilkha
Shri Prithvirajsinh Jadeja – Jamnagar
Shri Chhatrapalsinhji Parmar – Muli
Brij Datta
Pratik Mehta
Leaders, Diplomats & Public Service
RKC alumni have served India and the world through governance, diplomacy, defence, and public administration.
Governance & Administration
Shri Krishnakumarsinhji — Governor of Madras
Major General Himmatsinhji — Governor of Himachal Pradesh
General Rajendrasinhji — First Chief of the Army Staff of India
Shri Digvijaysinhji — India’s first minister for environment
Shri Sukhdevsinhji — Energy sector leader and industry executive
Distinguished Visitors & Guests
Over the decades, The Rajkumar College has welcomed world leaders, spiritual figures, military commanders, artists, educationists, and sports personalities.
H E Dr. Zakir Hussain, Former Vice President of India
Maj. Gen. D. Prem Chand
Smt. Indira Gandhi, Former Prime Minister of India
Rev. Mother Teresa
Ms. Mrinali Sarabhai
Ms. Malika Sarabhai
Adm Vijai Singh Shekhawat, Former Chief of Naval Staff
Air Marshal Janakkumar Lathi
Air Com S S Tyagi, VM (later – Air Chief)
Field Marshal SHFI Manekshaw
Lt Gen Rostum Nanavatty
Air Com S K Bhan
Bharat Ratna Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam, Former President of India
Dr. Manohar Singh Gill, Former Chief Election Commissioner of India
Air Com Amul Kapoor, VM
Shri Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
Mr. Shamim Khan, Principal, Aitchison College, Lahore
Shri Ranjitsinhji Gaekwar of Baroda
Dr. Mrunalinidevi Puar of Dhar, Chancellor, M S University of Baroda
Shri Sukhdevsinhji of Jamnagar, Managing Director of ESSAR
Hon’ble Governor of Gujarat, Smt. Kamla Beniwal
Cricketers – Fred Truman, Mike Gaffing, Ian Botham, David Gower, Ajit Wadekar, Karsan Ghawri, Yajurvindra Singh Bilka, etc.
Shri Gaj Singh (Jodhpur)
Shriji Arvind Singh Mewar (Udaipur)
Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo
Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani
Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel
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