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| Name of the CM | Duration | Party | Home Constituency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sri K. Chengalaraya Reddy | 25-10-1947 - 30-03-1952 | Indian National Congress | NA |
| Sri K. Hanumanthaiah | 30-03-1952 - 19-08-1956 | Indian National Congress | NA |
| Sri Kadidal Manjappa | 19-08-1956 - 31-10-1956 | Indian National Congress | NA |
| Sri S. Nijalingappa | 01-11-1956 - 16-05-1958 | Indian National Congress | Bagalkot |
| Sri B. D. Jatti | 16-05-1958 - 09-03-1962 | Indian National Congress | Jamkhandi |
| Sri S. R. Kanthi | 14-03-1962 - 20-06-1962 | Indian National Congress | Hundud |
| Sri S. Nijalingappa | 21-06-1962 - 28-05-1968 | Indian National Congress | Bagalkot |
| Sri Veerendra Patil | 29-05-1968 - 18-03-1971 | Indian National Congress | Chincholi |
| President’s Rule | 19-03-1971 - 20-03-1972 | NA | NA |
| Sri D. Devaraj Urs | 20-03-1972 - 31-12-1977 | Indian National Congress | Hunasuru |
| President’s Rule | 31-12-1977 - 28-02-1978 | NA | NA |
| Sri D. Devaraj Urs | 28-02-1978 - 07-01-1980 | Indian National Congress | Hunasuru |
| Sri R. Gundu Rao | 12-01-1980 - 06-01-1983 | Indian National Congress | Somwarpet |
| Sri Ramakrishna Hegde | 10-01-1983 - 29-12-1984 | Janata Party | Basavanagudi & Kanakpura |
| Sri Ramakrishna Hegde | 08-03-1985 - 13-02-1986 | Janata Party | Basavanagudi & Kanakpura |
| Sri Ramakrishna Hegde | 16-02-1986 - 10-08-1988 | Janata Party | Basavanagudi & Kanakpura |
| Sri S. R. Bommai | 13-08-1988 - 21-04-1989 | Janata Party | Hubli Rural |
| President’s Rule | 21-04-1989 - 30-11-1989 | NA | NA |
| Sri Veerendra Patil | 30-11-1989 - 10-10-1990 | Indian National Congress | Chincholi |
| President’s Rule | 10-10-1990 - 17-10-1990 | NA | NA |
| Sri S. Bangarappa | 17-10-1990 - 19-11-1992 | Indian National Congress | Soraba |
| Sri Veerappa Moily | 19-11-1992 - 11-12-1994 | Indian National Congress | Karkala |
| Sri H. D. Deve Gowda | 11-12-1994 - 31-05-1996 | Janata Dal | Ramanagara |
| Sri J. H. Patel | 31-05-1996 - 07-10-1999 | Janata Dal | Channagiri |
| Sri S. M. Krishna | 11-10-1999 - 28-05-2004 | Indian National Congress | Maddur |
| Sri Dharam Singh | 28-05-2004 - 02-02-2006 | Indian National Congress | Jevargi |
| Sri H. D. Kumaraswamy | 03-02-2006 - 08-10-2007 | Janata Dal | Ramanagara |
| President’s Rule | 08-10-2007 - 12-11-2007 | NA | NA |
| Sri B. S. Yeddyurappa | 12-11-2007 - 19-11-2007 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Shikaripura |
| President’s Rule | 20-11-2007 - 29-05-2008 | NA | NA |
| Dr. B. S. Yeddyurappa | 30-05-2008 - 04-08-2011 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Shikaripura |
| Sri D. V. Sadananda Gowda | 05-08-2011 - 11-07-2012 | Bharatiya Janata Party | MLC |
| Sri Jagadish Shettar | 12-07-2012 - 12-05-2013 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Hubli-Dharwad-Central |
| Sri Siddaramaiah | 13-05-2013 - 15-05-2018 | Indian National Congress | Varuna |
| Sri B. S. Yeddyurappa | 17-05-2018 - 23-05-2018 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Shikaripura |
| Sri H. D. Kumaraswamy | 23-05-2018 - 23-07-2019 | Janata Dal | Channapatna |
| Sri B. S. Yediyurappa | 26-07-2019 - 26-07-2021 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Shikaripura |
| Sri Basavaraj Bommai | 27-07-2021 - 20-05-2023 | Bharatiya Janata Party | Shiggaon |
| Sri Siddaramaiah | 20-05-2023 - Till Date | Indian National Congress | Varuna |
Chengalaraya Reddy was Karnataka’s first Chief Minister after independence. He played a key role in the unification of Karnataka and emphasized land reforms. His government focused on agrarian development and introduced policies to improve the conditions of farmers. His tenure laid the foundation for modern Karnataka.
Hanumanthaiah is best known for overseeing the construction of Vidhana Soudha, Karnataka’s iconic legislative building. His administration focused on infrastructure, education, and industrial development. He played a crucial role in advocating for a unified Karnataka and promoted policies to strengthen the Kannada language and culture.
Kadidal Manjappa served for a brief period but left a mark through progressive land reforms. His government took significant steps in abolishing the zamindari system and empowering farmers. He was instrumental in advocating social justice and was known for his integrity and commitment to democratic values.
Nijalingappa played a key role in the reorganization of Karnataka based on linguistic lines. His tenure saw significant economic and social progress, with a focus on industrialization and irrigation projects. He was a strong advocate for rural development and worked towards improving the state's agricultural sector.
B. D. Jatti focused on administrative efficiency and governance reforms. His tenure emphasized improving education, healthcare, and social welfare. He later became the Vice President of India. His leadership helped in consolidating Karnataka’s political structure post its reorganization.
S. R. Kanthi served for a brief period but focused on education policies. He introduced initiatives for improving literacy rates and strengthening higher education institutions. His tenure also emphasized the welfare of marginalized communities.
Veerendra Patil focused on economic reforms and industrial development. His administration introduced welfare measures for backward communities and worked towards modernizing agriculture. His later tenure in 1989 was marked by political instability but emphasized infrastructure projects.
During these periods, the state was under central rule due to political crises. Governance was directly controlled by the President of India until stability was restored.
Devaraj Urs was one of Karnataka’s most reformist leaders. He championed social justice, land reforms, and the welfare of Dalits and backward classes. His administration prioritized education, healthcare, and rural development. He also played a significant role in empowering the cooperative sector.
Gundu Rao's tenure was marked by urban development and industrialization. He focused on modernizing Bangalore and attracting investments in technology and manufacturing. His administration also worked on improving road networks and communication infrastructure.
Hegde introduced several democratic reforms, including decentralization of power through Panchayati Raj. His government emphasized transparency and governance accountability. He played a key role in Karnataka’s economic liberalization and social welfare policies.
Bommai’s tenure was short but significant. His government focused on strengthening grassroots governance and implementing welfare schemes. His dismissal led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment limiting the misuse of Article 356.
Patil’s second tenure was marked by political instability. He emphasized industrial growth and social welfare, but his government was dismissed due to internal party issues.
Bangarappa was known for introducing several social welfare schemes, particularly for backward classes and farmers. His government worked on improving rural employment and education.
Moily’s tenure focused on economic liberalization and administrative reforms. He played a crucial role in framing Karnataka’s education policies and infrastructure projects.
Deve Gowda prioritized rural development and irrigation projects. His leadership later led him to become the Prime Minister of India.
Patel focused on economic liberalization, privatization, and technology sector growth. His tenure saw the rise of Bangalore as an IT hub.
Krishna transformed Bangalore into India’s IT capital. His governance emphasized technology, infrastructure, and foreign investments. His administration improved roads, power supply, and urban planning.
Singh’s leadership focused on social welfare programs and rural development. He worked on improving healthcare, education, and employment for weaker sections.
Kumaraswamy focused on agricultural development, farmer loan waivers, and rural infrastructure. His leadership emphasized irrigation projects and cooperative banking.
Yeddyurappa was Karnataka’s first BJP Chief Minister. His administration focused on rural development, irrigation, and social welfare. He introduced several pro-farmer policies.
Gowda’s brief tenure emphasized governance transparency and infrastructure projects. He later became a Union Minister.
Shettar continued BJP’s developmental agenda with a focus on industrial expansion and education reforms.
Siddaramaiah prioritized social welfare, food security, and healthcare reforms. His government introduced the 'Anna Bhagya' scheme, free education, and health benefits for the poor.
Bommai’s leadership focused on urban infrastructure, technology, and rural development. His administration launched welfare schemes and digital initiatives.
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