The Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council presides over the proceedings of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council.

In his/her absence the Deputy Chairman presides.

The Chairman is elected internally by the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council.

[1] Chairman of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council must: The Council is headed by a chairperson, elected by members in a simple majority vote.

The following is the list of Chairpersons of the Council.