(b. 4 December, 1929) obtained his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Political Science degrees from Osmania University. He served as Chairman of Social Science Research Council from 1969-1974, Vice Chancellor of Osmania University from 1977-1982, Vice Chancellor of Andhra Pradesh Open University from 1982-1985, Vice Chancellor of Indira Gandhi Open University from 1985-1990 and Chairman of University Grants Commission from 1990-1995. He was instrumental in establishment of Open University system in India with establishment of Andhra Pradesh Open University and Indira Gandhi National Open University of which he was the founder Vice Chancellor.

(b. 15May, 1929) obtained his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Economics degrees from Osmania University. He served as Chairman of Centre for Economics and Social Studies. Recipient of the Padma Bhushan Award in 2004. He was also a member of Seventh and Eight Planning Commission and Finance Commission of India.

(b. 6 August, 1934 - d. 21 June, 2011) obtained his Bachelor of Education and Doctorate of Philosophy in Economics degrees from Osmania University. Professor K.Jayashankar, an ideologue of Telangana Movement, served as Vice Chancellor of Kakatiya University, Warangal.
 

(b. 17august, 1941) obtained his Doctorate of Philosophy in Economics degree from Osmania University. He is an Indian Administrative Service officer on 1964 batch and served as Governor of Reserve Bank of India from 2003-2008. Recipient of the Padma Vibhushan Award - Second Highest Civilian Award in 2010.