Shiv Nadar
#34 in the World · Age 81 · India
Shiv's net worth fell because HCL Technologies shares (HCLTECH.NS) moved -0.47% today.
About Shiv
Shiv Nadar founded HCL in 1976, making him one of the pioneers of India's IT industry. He is also one of the country's most generous philanthropists through the Shiv Nadar Foundation and its schools and university.
Key Facts
- Founded HCL in 1976, an early Indian IT pioneer.
- A leading Indian philanthropist in education.
- Founded Shiv Nadar University.
HCLTECH.NS— last ~3 months
13.79 USDThis chart tracks HCLTECH.NS's share price, the public portion of Shiv's wealth. It excludes the $6.00B static estimate for private assets.
Public Holding
- Shares Held (est.)
- 900,000,000
- Stake Value
- $12.41B
- Share of Net Worth
- 67%
Net Worth History
| Date | World Rank | Net Worth |
|---|---|---|
| #34 | $18.18B | |
| #34 | $18.43B | |
| #34 | $18.40B | |
| #34 | $18.40B | |
| #34 | $18.45B | |
| #34 | $18.21B | |
| #34 | $18.47B | |
| #34 | $18.83B | |
| #34 | $18.83B | |
| #34 | $18.83B | |
| #34 | $18.92B | |
| #34 | $18.89B |
Shiv's Journey
The milestones that built the fortune — from the early days to today.
| Year | Milestone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Founded HCL | Started HCL (originally Microcomp) with a small group of engineers, becoming one of the pioneers of India's IT industry. |
| 1991 | Entered software services | Launched HCL Technologies to build out the group's IT services business. |
| 1994 | Founded the Shiv Nadar Foundation | Established his philanthropic foundation focused on education. |
| Today | Ranked #34 in the world | Shiv's net worth is an estimated $18.41B, updated in real time from public holdings. |
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