3M India promoter confirms no encumbrance on shares in FY26

3M Company, the promoter of 3m india , has confirmed that it did not create any encumbrance on its shareholdings during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This declaration covers 84,48,802 equity shares of face value ₹10 each, held directly or indirectly along with persons acting in concert. The confirmation ensures that the promoter's stake remains unencumbered, providing clarity to shareholders regarding the status of these holdings.

The disclosure was submitted to the stock exchanges in compliance with Regulation 31(4) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Thomas L. Osteraas, Assistant Secretary at 3M Company, authorized the submission of the declaration. The document was formally signed on April 6, 2026, in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.

Shareholding Details

The declaration pertains to the specific shareholding pattern of the promoter in the target company. The details of the shares covered under this non-encumbrance declaration are outlined below:

Parameter	Details
Promoter Name	3M Company
Target Company	3M India Limited
Number of Shares	84,48,802
Face Value	₹10
Financial Year	Ended March 31, 2026

Regulatory Compliance

The filing serves as a formal compliance mechanism mandated by the market regulator for promoters of listed entities. By confirming the absence of encumbrance, 3M Company has adhered to the procedural requirements set forth under the SEBI (SAST) Regulations. The authorization for submission was extended to Mr. Pratap Rudra Bhuvanagiri or, in his absence, Mr. Vilas Kuradikeri, to act as representatives for 3M Company before the exchanges.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.38%	+6.29%	+4.48%	-5.40%	+13.54%	+30.18%

3M India reported a 14.5% increase in sales to ₹5,090 crore for the financial year 2025-26. The company disclosed its financial performance during an analyst and institutional investors meeting held on May 27, 2026, in Mumbai. The presentation was submitted to the exchanges in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

Profit before tax (PBT) before exceptional items was ₹960 crore, representing 18.7% of sales and an increase of 1.6 percentage points year-over-year. After exceptional items, PBT stood at ₹894 crore, or 17.4% of sales. Profit after tax (PAT) was ₹522 crore, accounting for 10.2% of sales. Excluding prior year adjustments (APA) and very significant variances (VSV), PAT was ₹662 crore, or 12.9% of sales.

The company generated cash of ₹483 crore pre-dividend. Earnings per share (EPS) increased by 9.7% compared to the previous year to reach ₹463.66 per share. The exceptional items for the year included an APA of ₹139 crore and a VSV of ₹99 crore from the prior year.

Business Group Performance

Sales growth was driven by the company's four business groups. Transportation & Electronics reported sales of ₹1,846 crore with a 10.1% growth, holding a 36% sales mix. Safety & Industrial achieved sales of ₹1,640 crore, a 16% increase, with a 32% mix. Healthcare sales grew 17.5% to ₹1,017 crore, constituting 20% of the mix. The Consumer business recorded sales of ₹537 crore, a 15.6% increase, with an 11% mix.

Operational Highlights

3M India operates three manufacturing facilities, one R&D center, and two Customer Technical Centers. The company employed approximately 1,273 people. Management outlined strategies focusing on commercial excellence, local R&D capabilities, and strengthening the local supply chain to drive future growth.