Josts Engineering Company Limited Promoter Group Member Acquires 10,000 Equity Shares
Josts Engineering Company Limited announced that promoter group member Jai Prakash Agarwal acquired 10,000 equity shares through open market purchase on March 30, 2026. The acquisition increased his shareholding from 14.41% to 14.50% of the total voting capital. The disclosure was made in compliance with SEBI regulations, with the company's total equity share capital remaining at Rs. 1,18,26,643 comprising 11,826,643 shares of Rs. 1/- each.

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Josts Engineering Company Limited has disclosed the acquisition of 10,000 equity shares by promoter group member Jai Prakash Agarwal on March 30, 2026. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
Acquisition Details
The share acquisition was executed through open market purchase on March 30, 2026. Agarwal's shareholding increased from 17,04,708 shares to 17,14,708 shares, representing an increase in his voting capital percentage from 14.41% to 14.50%.
| Parameter | Before Acquisition | After Acquisition | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shares Held | 17,04,708 | 17,14,708 | +10,000 |
| Voting Capital (%) | 14.41% | 14.50% | +0.09% |
| Total Diluted Capital (%) | 14.41% | 14.50% | +0.09% |
Promoter Group Structure
Jai Prakash Agarwal is part of the promoter group, with persons acting in concert including Anita Agarwal, Krishna Agarwal, Rajendra Kumar Agarwal, Vishal Jain, Shikha Jain, and Jaikaay Tradventure Private Limited. The acquisition represents a 0.09% increase in the acquirer's stake in the company.
Company Capital Structure
The company's equity share capital remains unchanged following the transaction. The total equity share capital stands at Rs. 1,18,26,643, comprising 11,826,643 equity shares of Rs. 1/- each. No encumbrances, voting rights other than shares, or convertible securities were involved in this transaction.
| Capital Structure Details | Amount/Number |
|---|---|
| Total Equity Share Capital | Rs. 1,18,26,643 |
| Number of Equity Shares | 11,826,643 |
| Face Value per Share | Rs. 1/- |
| Stock Exchange Listing | BSE Limited |
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was filed by Company Secretary Babita Kumari on March 31, 2026, in compliance with SEBI regulations. The company is listed on BSE Limited under scrip code 505750. The transaction involved no warrants, convertible securities, or other instruments that could entitle the acquirer to additional voting rights in the company.
Historical Stock Returns for Josts Engineering Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.84% | -2.59% | -10.17% | -35.28% | -47.82% | +309.04% |
Will Jai Prakash Agarwal continue increasing his stake to reach the 25% threshold that would trigger an open offer requirement?
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