Lieutenant Commander Atul Mathur
Atul Mathur is a serving officer in the Indian Navy. According to his public professional profile, he has served in commissioned officer grades since 2016 and has held operational and flying duties including fighter pilot assignments. He is listed as holding the rank of Lieutenant Commander and—per his profile—was promoted to Commander in Aug 2025.
Early life and education
Atul Mathur was born on 05 July 1996 in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. He completed schooling through the 10th and 12th grades in Uttar Pradesh and subsequently trained at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala.
Career and military service
Atul Mathur’s LinkedIn profile lists a continuous naval career beginning with his commissioning as a Sub Lieutenant in July 2016. His posted roles and timeline include:
- Sub Lieutenant — Jul 2016 to Oct 2018 (Kerala).
- Lieutenant — Nov 2018 to Nov 2020 (Goa).
- Fighter Pilot — Nov 2019 to Sep 2021 (North Goa).
- Lieutenant Commander — Nov 2020 to Aug 2025 (Maharashtra).
- Commander — Aug 2025 – Present (New Delhi).
These roles indicate a mix of sea/shore postings and aviation-related duties within the Navy’s operational environment.
Training & qualifications
- Officer training at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala (formal naval officer commissioning and professional courses).
Professional summary
Matriculating from school in Uttar Pradesh and training at India’s naval academy, Atul Mathur’s profile highlights leadership, teamwork, and mentorship experience developed through service and extracurricular roles. The profile also indicates interest in further professional development and cross-disciplinary opportunities.