Pagbalha Geleg Namgyae is from Tibetan ethnic group and was born in 1940. In 1942, he was enthroned as the 11th Pagbalha sprul-sku (khutuktu).

He is Vice Chairman of the National Committee of Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference from the 10th session to now. He has served as President of the China Committee on Religions and Peace from the 3^rd session to now. He is also an Honorary President of the China Buddhist Association from the 7th session to now.