DCW Limited Notifies Shareholders of Special Window for Re-lodgement of Physical Share Transfer Requests
DCW Limited has notified shareholders of a SEBI-mandated special window for re-lodgement of physical share transfer requests, open from February 05, 2026 to February 04, 2027, pursuant to SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)2026-MIRSD-POD/13750/2026 dated January 30, 2026. The window applies to transfer deeds executed prior to April 01, 2019 that were previously rejected or returned due to documentation deficiencies. All transfers under this window will be credited exclusively in dematerialised form and will be subject to a one-year lock-in period from the date of registration. Shareholders are required to submit requisite documents to the Company's RTA, M/s. Bigshare Services Private Limited, within the stipulated timeline.

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DCW Limited has issued a formal notice to shareholders holding shares in physical form, announcing a special window for re-lodgement of transfer requests of physical shares. The notification, published in Business Standard (English) and Financial Express (Gujarati) on May 13, 2026, was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Background and Regulatory Context
SEBI had discontinued the transfer of physical shares from April 1, 2019. A special window was initially opened vide SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/MIRSD/MIRSD-PoD/P/CIR/2025/97 dated July 02, 2025, covering the period from July 7, 2025 to January 6, 2026, to facilitate re-lodgement of physical share transfer requests originally submitted before April 1, 2019 but returned due to documentation deficiencies. Subsequently, SEBI extended this facility vide Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)2026-MIRSD-POD/13750/2026 dated January 30, 2026, for a period of one year.
Special Window Details
The key parameters of the special window are summarised below:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Window Open Date: | February 05, 2026 |
| Window Close Date: | February 04, 2027 |
| Applicable Transfer Deeds: | Executed prior to April 01, 2019 (extended till March 31, 2021) |
| Mode of Credit: | Dematerialised (demat) form only |
| Lock-in Period: | One year from the date of registration of transfer |
| Restrictions During Lock-in: | No transfer, lien marking, or pledging permitted |
Eligibility Criteria
The following matrix outlines the eligibility conditions for availing the special window:
| Execution Date of Transfer Deed: | Lodged Before April 01, 2019? | Original Certificate Available? | Eligible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before April 01, 2019 | No (fresh lodgement) | Yes | Yes |
| Before April 01, 2019 | Yes (rejected/returned earlier) | Yes | Yes |
| Before April 01, 2019 | Yes | No | No |
| Before April 01, 2019 | No | No | No |
Only re-lodgements of legally valid and complete documents for transfer of physical shares, where there is no dispute on ownership, will be considered. Lodgers must hold an active demat account to avail this facility.
Documents Required and Submission Process
Shareholders wishing to avail the special window are required to submit the following documents to the Company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA):
- Client Master List (CML)
- Duly executed transfer deed(s)
- Original share certificate(s)
- Any other necessary documents as applicable
Documents are to be submitted to M/s. Bigshare Services Private Limited, the Company's RTA, at the following address:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| RTA Name: | M/s. Bigshare Services Private Limited |
| Address: | Office No S6-2, 6th Floor, Pinnacle Business Park, Next to Ahura Centre, Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400 093 |
| Telephone: | (022) 6263 8200 |
| Fax: | (022) 6263 8299 |
| Email: | investor@bigshareonline.com |
| Working Hours: | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on all working days |
KYC Update and Dematerialisation Advisory
DCW Limited has also encouraged shareholders holding shares in physical form to update their KYC details and convert their physical holdings into dematerialised form. The company noted that holding shares in dematerialised form offers multiple benefits and eliminates risks associated with physical share certificates. The notice was signed by Dilip Darji, Sr. General Manager (Legal) & Company Secretary (Membership No. ACS-22527), and is also available on the Company's website.
Historical Stock Returns for DCW
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.15% | -9.37% | +0.90% | -30.45% | -39.20% | +41.72% |
How many DCW Limited shareholders are estimated to still hold shares in physical form, and what percentage are expected to utilize this special window before the February 2027 deadline?
Could SEBI potentially extend the special window beyond February 2027 if a significant number of eligible shareholders fail to complete the dematerialization process in time?
What are the potential legal and financial consequences for shareholders who miss the February 2027 deadline and still hold unresolved physical share transfer requests?


































