Shri R. P. Sharma serves as Assistant Director (Finance) at the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. He is responsible for financial planning, budget control, and audit oversight across all CCRH institutes and research centres. With extensive experience in public finance and government accounting, he ensures efficient fund management, policy compliance, and transparent reporting — supporting the Council’s mission to advance Homoeopathy research through sound fiscal governance.
Assistant Director (Finance), CCRH
2016 – Present |
📅 Appointed: 2016
👔 Designation: Assistant Director (Finance)
🏛️ Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
🧾 Departments / Functions under charge:
Financial Planning & Budget Control –
Prepares the Annual Budget Estimates (BE) and Revised Estimates (RE) for CCRH.
Allocates and monitors funds for more than 30 research institutes and centres.
Coordinates with the Ministry of Finance and Integrated Finance Division (IFD) for approvals.
Ensures timely release and optimal utilization of funds for projects and infrastructure.
Audit & Compliance –
Supervises internal, C&AG, and statutory audits of CCRH headquarters and field units.
Implements audit recommendations and financial corrective measures.
Maintains strict compliance with GFR, FRSR, and public procurement rules.
Facilitates financial review meetings and accountability frameworks for institutes.
Financial Systems & Institutional Support –
Oversees PFMS, EAT modules, and digital payment systems for transparent transactions.
Provides guidance to regional finance officers and institute directors on budgetary matters.
Ensures timely submission of Utilization Certificates and project financial reports.
🌿 Key Responsibilities:
Maintaining financial integrity and accountability within CCRH.
Strengthening audit and monitoring mechanisms for research funds.
Ensuring efficient budget utilization for scientific and infrastructure projects nationwide.
Accounts Officer, CCRH Headquarters
2010 – 2016 |
🏛️ Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH)
👔 Key Roles:
Prepared annual financial statements and coordinated internal & statutory audits.
Streamlined fund utilization procedures across CCRH institutes.
Introduced PFMS-based online reporting for real-time expenditure tracking.
🌿 Contributed to building a transparent, accountable, and technology-enabled finance system within CCRH.
Early Financial Administration
2000 – 2010 |
🏢 Began his career in the Central Government’s financial services cadre.
🧾 Worked on budget preparation, grant release, and expenditure monitoring in central departments.
💬 Known for implementing system-driven accounting procedures and ensuring audit readiness.
🌱 Built strong expertise in managing large-scale government projects and inter-departmental financial coordination.
Early Life & Education
📍 Birthplace: Rajasthan, India
🎓 Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com – Accounts & Finance) – University of Rajasthan
Master’s in Business Administration (Finance) – Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Professional Certifications in Government Accounting, Public Financial Management, and Internal Audit
🏛️ A finance professional with over two decades of experience in fiscal administration, auditing, and compliance within the Government of India, specializing in transparent and accountable fund management for public health research institutions.