GAIL (India) Limited Schedules 42nd AGM on August 27, 2026 via Video Conferencing
GAIL (India) Limited has convened its 42nd Annual General Meeting for August 27, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. IST via VC/OAVM. Key agenda items include adoption of FY 2025-26 financial statements, declaration of a final dividend of Re 0.50 per equity share (record date: September 2, 2026), director appointments including Shri Rohit Mathur as Government Nominee Director and Shri Satish Kumar Sinha as Director (Finance) & CFO, ratification of cost auditor remuneration of `24,00,000, and shareholder approval for material related party transactions with Petronet LNG Limited (`38,300 crore), Indraprastha Gas Limited (`13,500 crore), Mahanagar Gas Limited (`6,800 crore), and Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (`5,500 crore). Remote e-voting is available from August 23–26, 2026 through CDSL.

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GAIL (India) Limited has announced that its 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. (IST) through Video Conferencing (VC)/Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM), in accordance with circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and SEBI.
Key AGM Details
The following table summarises the important dates and procedural details for the 42nd AGM:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| AGM Date & Time: | Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. (IST) |
| Mode: | Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM) |
| Remote E-Voting Opens: | Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (IST) |
| Remote E-Voting Closes: | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Cut-off Date for E-Voting: | Thursday, August 20, 2026 |
| Final Dividend Record Date: | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 |
| Speaker Registration Deadline: | Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Document Inspection Request Deadline: | Friday, August 22, 2026 |
| TDS Declaration Window: | August 18, 2026 to September 3, 2026 |
Agenda: Ordinary Business
The AGM will transact the following ordinary business items:
- Adoption of Audited Financial Statements: Consideration and adoption of the Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026, along with the Board's Report, Independent Auditors' Report, and comments of the Comptroller & Auditor General of India.
- Final Dividend Declaration: Declaration of a Final Dividend for FY 2025-26 at 5% (Re 0.50 per equity share) on the paid-up equity share capital, as recommended by the Board.
- Re-appointment of Shri R K Singhal: Re-appointment of Shri R K Singhal, Director (Business Development) (DIN 09230386), who retires by rotation and is eligible for re-appointment.
- Re-appointment of Shri Ayush Gupta: Re-appointment of Shri Ayush Gupta, Director (HR) (DIN 09681775), who retires by rotation and is eligible for re-appointment.
Agenda: Special Business
The following special business items will be placed before shareholders for approval:
| Item No.: | Resolution |
|---|---|
| Item 5: | Appointment of Shri Rohit Mathur (DIN 08216731) as Government Nominee Director, w.e.f. March 9, 2026, for a period of three years on co-terminus basis |
| Item 6: | Appointment of Shri Satish Kumar Sinha (DIN 10528036) as Director (Finance) & CFO, w.e.f. July 1, 2026, till superannuation on May 31, 2029 |
| Item 7: | Ratification of remuneration of Cost Auditors for FY 2025-26, amounting to `24,00,000 plus applicable taxes and out-of-pocket expenses limited to 10% of audit fees |
| Item 8: | Approval for Material Related Party Transactions with Petronet LNG Limited, exceeding the materiality threshold of `5,000 Crore |
| Item 9: | Approval for Material Related Party Transactions with Indraprastha Gas Limited, exceeding the materiality threshold of `5,000 Crore |
| Item 10: | Approval for Material Related Party Transactions with Mahanagar Gas Limited, exceeding the materiality threshold of `5,000 crore |
| Item 11: | Approval for Material Related Party Transactions with Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited, exceeding the materiality threshold of `5,000 Crore |
Material Related Party Transactions
Shareholder approval is being sought for material related party transactions with four entities from the date of the 42nd AGM to the date of the 43rd AGM. The expected transaction values and GAIL's consolidated turnover percentages for FY 2025-26 (`1,42,094 crore) are as follows:
| Related Party: | Relationship: | Expected Value (`crore): | % of Consolidated Turnover: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petronet LNG Limited (PLL): | Associate/JV – 12.50% stake | 38,300 | 26.95% |
| Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL): | Associate/JV – 22.50% stake | 13,500 | 9.50% |
| Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL): | Associate/JV – 32.50% stake | 6,800 | 4.79% |
| Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (RFCL): | Associate/JV – 14.30% stake | 5,500 | 3.87% |
Dividend and E-Voting Information
The Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of Re 0.50 per equity share for FY 2025-26. The record date for determining entitlement has been fixed as Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The dividend, once approved at the AGM, will be paid within 30 days of declaration. In accordance with the Income Tax Act, 1961 (as amended by Finance Act, 2020), dividend is taxable in the hands of shareholders, and the applicable withholding tax rate will vary based on residential status and category of the shareholder.
The remote e-voting facility is being provided through Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) at www.evotingindia.com . Members holding shares as on the cut-off date of Thursday, August 20, 2026 are eligible to vote. Shareholders who have voted through remote e-voting may attend the AGM but will not be eligible to vote again at the meeting. The scrutinizer appointed for the voting process is Shri Sachin Agarwal, Partner, M/s Agarwal S. & Associates, Company Secretaries. Results will be hosted on the Company's website at www.gailonline.com and on the CDSL e-voting website at www.evotingindia.com .
The Annual Report for FY 2025-26, including the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report, has been hosted on the Company's website at www.gailonline.com . Members who have not registered their email addresses are requested to do so to receive all communications electronically.
Historical Stock Returns for GAIL
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.12% | +1.03% | +1.10% | +6.98% | +1.39% | +86.41% |
How might the approval of material related-party transactions exceeding ₹5,000 crore with associates like Petronet LNG and IGL impact GAIL's operational synergies and future revenue streams?
What strategic implications does the appointment of Shri Satish Kumar Sinha as Director (Finance) & CFO have for GAIL's capital allocation and debt management in the upcoming fiscal year?
Given the modest final dividend recommendation of Re 0.50 per share, how are investors likely to perceive GAIL's capital retention strategy amidst current energy sector dynamics?


































