Machamada B. Nanjappa completed his primary schooling in Govt Primary School, Kutta and secondary schooling in Janatha High school, Hudikeri. He got his B.Com degree from St. Aloysius College, M’lore and M.Com degree from Manasa Gangotri, Mysore. He is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB).
With 35 years of experience in the banking sector, he retired as an Assistant General Manager from Vijaya Bank. Before entering the banking industry, He served as a lecturer at Cauvery College, Gonikoppa, and Government College, Tumkur, through KPSC, imparting knowledge to aspiring students with dedication and expertise. Beyond his contributions to banking and education, he also served as a Director at Coorg Institute of Technology, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the institution for six years.
He married Muthu Nanjappa from Baduvanda family. The couple is blessed with two children. Their daughter Kavya Machettira completed her B.E in India and M.S and CPA in USA and currently working as a chartered Accountant in Boston, USA. Their son Kishan Thimmaiah also completed his B.E in India and M.S in USA and currently working as a software engineer in Detroit, USA.