Fino Payments Bank Declares Official Results for CEO Remuneration Approval
Fino Payments Bank has officially declared the results of its postal ballot for CEO remuneration approval, with shareholders overwhelmingly supporting the resolution with 99.65% votes in favor. The electronic voting process, conducted through NSDL platform and overseen by appointed scrutinizer, demonstrated strong institutional investor confidence and adherence to regulatory compliance requirements.

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Fino Payments Bank Limited has officially declared the results of its postal ballot process for approving the remuneration of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Rishi Gupta for the financial year 2024-25. The bank submitted its formal declaration to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited on March 30, 2026, confirming the successful completion of the electronic voting process that concluded on March 29, 2026.
Official Voting Results and Shareholder Response
The special resolution received overwhelming approval from shareholders, with the scrutinizer's report confirming strong support across different investor categories:
| Category | Shares Held | Votes Polled | Polling % | Votes in Favor | Votes Against | Approval % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promoter and Promoter Group | 62,411,997 | 21,636,783 | 34.67% | 21,636,783 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public-Institutions | 2,417,036 | 118,446 | 4.90% | 118,446 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public-Non Institutions | 18,389,369 | 85,616 | 0.47% | 8,369 | 77,247 | 9.78% |
| Total | 83,218,402 | 21,840,845 | 26.45% | 21,763,598 | 77,247 | 99.65% |
The resolution was passed with requisite majority, securing 99.65% of total votes cast in favor, while only 0.35% voted against the proposal. A total of 147 members voted in favor of the resolution, while 50 members voted against it.
E-Voting Process and Regulatory Compliance
The bank conducted the postal ballot through NSDL's electronic voting platform, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all shareholders. The process was overseen by scrutinizer Tribhuvneshwar B. Kaushik, Partner of M/s Kaushik Joshi & Co., who confirmed compliance with all regulatory requirements:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date | February 20, 2026 |
| Notice Dispatch | February 26, 2026 |
| E-voting Commencement | February 28, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (IST) |
| E-voting Conclusion | March 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Total Paid-up Capital | 8,32,18,402 shares |
| Public Announcement | February 27, 2026 |
The postal ballot notice was dispatched to members whose names appeared on the register as of the cut-off date, with public announcements made in Financial Express, The Free Press Journal (English), and Navshakti (Marathi) newspapers.
Scrutinizer's Report and Oversight
The scrutinizer's report, submitted on March 30, 2026, confirmed that the postal ballot was conducted in accordance with:
- Sections 108 and 110 of the Companies Act, 2013
- Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014
- SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015
- Various MCA circulars regarding e-voting processes
The scrutinizer maintained electronic records of all votes cast and downloaded the final summary statement on March 30, 2026, at 11:10 a.m. in the presence of two independent witnesses not employed by the bank.
Resolution Withdrawal and Final Outcome
The original postal ballot notice included a second resolution regarding the re-appointment of Rishi Gupta as MD & CEO. However, the Board of Directors decided to withdraw this resolution through an addendum dated March 26, 2026, which was communicated to shareholders on March 27, 2026. Consequently, only the remuneration approval resolution was put to vote.
The successful completion of this postal ballot process demonstrates effective corporate governance practices and strong institutional investor confidence. The voting results, along with the scrutinizer's report, are now available on the bank's website, NSDL's e-voting platform, and at the bank's registered office notice board, ensuring complete transparency in the process.
Historical Stock Returns for Fino Payments Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.32% | -11.50% | -35.27% | -53.74% | -47.46% | -77.13% |
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