List of governors of Jammu and Kashmir

When India became independent, Hari Singh was the Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir. Technically he remained so until 17 November 1952, although from 20 June 1949 his son Karan Singh acted as regent. From 17 November 1952 to 30 March 1965 Karan Singh was the head of state of Jammu and Kashmir styled as Sadr-e-Riyasat.On 30 March 1965;Dr Karan Singh became the first Governor of Jammu and Kashmir.