Kokuyo Camlin declares Rs 0.30 dividend for FY26
Kokuyo Camlin's Board recommended a 30% dividend, or Rs.0.30 per share, for FY26, with payment scheduled after August 6, 2026. The record date is July 30, 2026, coinciding with the book closure period for the 79th AGM. The company also announced leadership changes, including the resignation of Vipul Bhoy and the appointment of Rahul Soni as Company Secretary.

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Kokuyo Camlin has recommended a dividend of Rs.0.30 per equity share of Rs.1 each, representing 30% for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The announcement was made following the Board of Directors meeting held on May 15, 2026. The dividend payment is subject to declaration at the company's 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for August 6, 2026.
Key Corporate Action Dates
The Board has fixed July 30, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the dividend. Consequently, the Register of Members and Share Transfer books will remain closed from July 31, 2026, to August 6, 2026, for both days inclusive. The dividend will be dispatched to eligible shareholders after the conclusion of the book closure period.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dividend | Rs.0.30 per share (30%) |
| Record Date | July 30, 2026 |
| Book Closure Start | July 31, 2026 |
| Book Closure End | August 6, 2026 |
| AGM Date | August 6, 2026 |
| Financial Year | Ended March 31, 2026 |
Shareholder Eligibility
Shareholders holding shares in electronic form must appear as Beneficial Owners in the records of depositories as of the close of business hours on July 30, 2026. Physical share holders must have their names listed in the Register of Members after accounting for valid requests for transmission or transposition lodged on or before the record date.
Board and Leadership Updates
During the meeting, the Board accepted the resignation of Mr. Vipul Bhoy as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective May 29, 2026. Simultaneously, the Board appointed Mr. Rahul Soni as the new Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective July 27, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Dilip D. Dandekar will continue as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director and Chairman upon attaining the age of 75 years, subject to member approval.
Historical Stock Returns for Kokuyo Camlin
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.03% | -5.81% | -3.35% | -10.05% | -20.66% | +49.57% |
How does Kokuyo Camlin's ₹0.30 dividend per share compare to its dividend payouts over the past five years, and does this signal a shift in its capital allocation strategy?
What potential impact could the transition gap between outgoing Company Secretary Mr. Vipul Bhoy (May 29) and incoming Mr. Rahul Soni (July 27) have on regulatory filings and corporate governance compliance?
Will shareholder approval for Mr. Dilip D. Dandekar's continuation as Chairman beyond age 75 face any institutional investor resistance given evolving corporate governance norms around board age limits?


































