HDFC Bank Gets RBI Nod to Extend Keki Mistry as Interim Chairman; AGM Set for Aug 5, ₹13 Dividend Declared
HDFC Bank has secured RBI approval to extend Keki Mistry's tenure as interim Part-time Chairman until September 18, 2026, or until a regular chairman is appointed. The Board, at its June 18, 2026 meeting, scheduled the 32nd AGM for August 5, 2026, and proposed a ₹13 per equity share dividend for FY ended March 31, 2026, subject to shareholder approval, with payment on or after August 6, 2026.

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HDFC Bank has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to extend the tenure of Keki Mistry as an interim Part-time Chairman for a further period of three months, valid until September 18, 2026, or until the appointment of a regular Part-time Chairman, whichever is earlier. This development follows an application made by the Bank to the RBI regarding the leadership transition.
Board Meeting and AGM Schedule
The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on June 18, 2026, approved convening the 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM). The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Indian Standard Time (IST) and will be conducted through two-way video-conferencing (VC). This decision aligns with the applicable provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Board Meeting commenced at 02:00 p.m. on June 18, 2026, and the resolutions regarding the AGM were approved at 04:25 p.m. Mr. Ajay Agarwal, Company Secretary and Group Head – Secretarial & Group Oversight, signed the regulatory filing confirming these updates.
Dividend Declaration
The Board has proposed a dividend of ₹13 per equity share of Re. 1/- each for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The payment of this dividend is contingent upon approval by the shareholders at the upcoming AGM, with the dividend payment date set to occur on or after Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Key Event Summary
The following table outlines the key corporate events and their scheduled timelines:
| Event: | Date | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board Meeting | June 18, 2026 | 02:00 p.m. | Physical/Virtual |
| AGM | August 5, 2026 | 02:00 p.m. IST | Video-Conferencing |
| Dividend Payment | On or after August 6, 2026 | - | - |
Historical Stock Returns for HDFC Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.51% | +6.98% | +4.10% | -18.80% | -17.18% | +9.00% |
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