IFGL Refractories Limited has published a statutory notice to its shareholders regarding the transfer of equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), set up by the Central Government, in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016. The notice was published in Business Standard – All Editions and Pratidin – Odia Newspaper on Wednesday, 13th May, 2026, and was also disclosed to the stock exchanges under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Background and Regulatory Framework

Under the applicable Rules notified by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs effective 7th September, 2016, equity shares in respect of which dividends have remained unpaid or unclaimed by shareholders for seven consecutive years or more are required to be transferred to the IEPF. The current notice pertains specifically to unpaid or unclaimed dividends relating to financial year 2018-19. The Company has sent individual notices to all affected shareholders at their latest available addresses, and has uploaded details of the shareholders and shares due for transfer on its website.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Shareholders should take note of the following critical timelines:

Shareholders whose shares are liable for transfer must submit their application to the Company or its Registrar, along with requisite documents, by Wednesday, 26th August, 2026 to claim their unpaid dividends and prevent the transfer of their shares to IEPF. If no communication or request is received by the aforesaid date, the Company will proceed with the transfer without any further notice.

Impact on Physical and Demat Shareholders

The notice outlines specific implications for shareholders depending on the mode in which shares are held:

• Physical Shareholders: The Company will issue duplicate Share Certificate(s) in lieu of the original Share Certificate(s) for the purpose of transfer to IEPF. Upon such issuance, the original certificates held by shareholders will stand automatically cancelled and be deemed non-negotiable. Shareholders may treat the details uploaded on the Company's website as notice of the issue of duplicate Share Certificates.
• Demat Shareholders: The demat account will be debited for the shares liable for transfer to IEPF.

Shareholders can verify details of shares scheduled for transfer by visiting the 'Investor' section on the Company's website at https://ifglgroup.com/investor/shareholders-information/ .

Reclaim Procedure Post-Transfer

It may be noted that shares transferred to IEPF, including all benefits accrued on such shares, if any, can be claimed back from the IEPF Authority after following the procedure prescribed under the Rules.

Contact Details for Clarifications

For any clarification, shareholders may contact:

The notice has been signed by Mansi Damani, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (ICSI Membership No. FCS 6769), on behalf of the Board of IFGL Refractories Limited, from Kolkata, dated 12th May, 2026.

IFGL Refractories Limited has informed the stock exchanges of a senior management change at its Vizag Works facility, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company disclosed that Mr K Selva Muthu Kumar, who served as Vice President (Vizag Works), tendered his resignation via email dated 10th April, 2026, citing personal reasons. His resignation was accepted and became effective from the close of business hours on 9th May, 2026.

Leadership Transition at Vizag Works

Following the vacancy created by Mr K Selva Muthu Kumar's departure, the company has appointed Mr C Natarajan, son of Mr V Chokkalingam, as the new Vice President (Vizag Works) with effect from 10th May, 2026. The transition details, as disclosed under the applicable SEBI circular, are summarised below:

Profile of the Incoming Vice President

Mr C Natarajan brings substantial industry expertise to his new role. Key highlights of his professional background include:

• Holds a Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Technology
• Possesses 28 years of extensive experience in the Refractory industry
• Specialises in High Alumina and Basic Refractory products

Regulatory Disclosure

The disclosure was made in accordance with SEBI Circular bearing No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026, last updated on 30th January, 2026. The formal annexures covering the resignation of Mr K Selva Muthu Kumar (Annexure 'A') and the appointment of Mr C Natarajan (Annexure 'B') have been filed with the exchanges. The announcement has also been hosted on the company's website and is available at the investor announcements section. The disclosure was signed by Mansi Damani, Company Secretary, on 10th May, 2026.