Canara Bank has announced the opening of a special window to facilitate the transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities, following regulatory guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

Special Window Details

Pursuant to SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2) 2026-MIRSD-POD/1/3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026, the bank has opened a special window for shareholders to transfer and dematerialise physical securities that were sold or purchased prior to April 1, 2019.

Eligibility and Coverage

The special window facility extends to transfer requests that were previously submitted but faced rejection, return, or non-processing due to various reasons including document deficiencies, procedural gaps, or other issues. This comprehensive approach ensures that shareholders who encountered difficulties in earlier attempts can now complete their transfer and dematerialisation processes.

Registrar and Transfer Agent Information

Shareholders seeking to utilise this facility can submit their requests along with necessary documents to the bank's Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA):

Shareholder Advisory

The bank has issued comprehensive guidance for shareholders to ensure smooth processing and communication. All shareholders are requested to update their KYC details including PAN, email ID, address, mobile number, and bank account details with their Depository Participant (DP) if shares are held in demat form, or with the RTA if shares are held in physical form.

Shareholders holding physical share certificates are specifically advised to dematerialise their shares by submitting share certificates to their respective Depository Participant (DP) to ensure ease of communication and seamless dividend payments.

Regulatory Compliance

This initiative demonstrates Canara Bank's commitment to regulatory compliance and shareholder service enhancement. The special window represents a significant opportunity for shareholders who have been unable to complete their transfer and dematerialisation processes due to previous complications or documentation issues.

The bank's proactive approach in publishing notifications across multiple languages - English, Hindi, and Kannada - ensures widespread awareness among its diverse shareholder base across different regions of India.

Canara Bank has announced the interdepartmental transfer of six Chief General Manager level executives across various circles and head office wings. The transfers, effective from 01.04.2026, were communicated to stock exchanges through a regulatory notification dated 02.04.2026.

Executive Transfers Overview

The bank has restructured key leadership positions across multiple operational areas. The transfers involve movements between circle offices and reassignments within different wings at the head office level in Bengaluru and Mumbai.

Executive Profiles and Experience

The transferred executives bring substantial banking experience to their new roles. Shri Manoj Kumar Das possesses 37 plus years of banking experience with qualifications in B.Sc and CAIIB, having worked across various circle offices including Kolkata, Guwahati, Ranchi, Agra, and Chandigarh, with additional exposure in handling Gold Loan Vertical at head office level.

Smt K A Sindhu, who joined the bank on 26.12.1989, holds qualifications including Diploma in Rural Banking, B.Sc, Certificate in SME Finance for Bankers, and CAIIB. She has been handling Chennai Circle since 08.04.2024 and possesses extensive experience across branches, regional offices, and circle offices.

International and Specialized Experience

Several executives bring international banking exposure to their new assignments. Shri I Panduranga Mithanthaya, with 36 plus years of experience and qualifications in B.Com, PG Diploma, MBA, and CAIIB, worked at the London Branch from 02.07.2012 to 29.04.2016. He has been heading Tirupati Circle Office since 05.04.2024.

Shri Mahesh M Pai, who joined on 02.04.2007, worked at the New York Branch from 09.06.2014 to 22.06.2018. His qualifications include B.Sc, Composite Insurance Certification, Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, and CAIIB, with technical exposure across Integrated Treasury Wing, Gold Loan Vertical, and Strategy & Resource Wing.

Technology and Administrative Expertise

The transfers also reflect the bank's focus on technology and digital banking capabilities. Shri R Rajesh, who joined on 15.07.1991 with qualifications in M.Sc, MBA, and CAIIB certification, brings diverse operational exposure in Digital Banking Services, Large Corporate Branch operations, and Information Technology departments.

Shri B Chandra Sekhara, who joined on 07.05.1994, holds M.Sc, Composite Insurance Certification, and CAIIB qualifications. His experience spans Recovery Legal and Fraud Prevention Wing, Strategy Resources & Government Services Wing, and Credit Administration and Recovery Wing at head office level.

The notification was signed by Santosh Kumar Barik, Company Secretary, and communicated to both BSE and NSE for regulatory compliance under stock exchange listing requirements.