Kothari Fermentation & Biochem Ltd has announced the opening of a special window for investors to facilitate the transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities. This initiative follows SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)/2026-MIRSD-PODI/3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Special Window Details

The company has established a one-time special window that will remain operational for a full year, providing investors with ample opportunity to complete their transfer and dematerialisation requirements.

Newspaper Publication Compliance

In compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company published reminder notices on April 6, 2026, in two newspapers:

• Financial Express (English)
• Jansatta (Regional language)

This publication serves as a continuation of the company's previous disclosure dated February 7, 2026, ensuring comprehensive investor awareness about the special window facility.

Eligible Cases and Documentation

The special window accommodates various scenarios for investor convenience:

• Securities sold or purchased before April 1, 2019 meeting SEBI eligibility criteria
• Previously submitted transfer requests that were rejected, returned, or not processed due to document deficiencies
• Cases requiring process corrections or other procedural issues

Required Documentation:

• Original share certificate(s)
• Duly executed transfer deed (executed prior to April 1, 2019)
• Other documents as specified in the SEBI circular

Application Process

Eligible investors must submit their transfer-cum-demat requests to the company's Registrar and Transfer Agent:

Important Guidelines

The company has highlighted several key points for investor attention:

• Account Updates: Investors should ensure their account and KYC details are current to avoid processing delays
• Exclusions: Securities transferred to IEPF (Investor Education and Protection Fund) are not eligible
• Dispute Cases: Matters involving disputes will not be considered under this window

Regulatory Framework

This special window initiative aligns with SEBI's broader framework for facilitating the dematerialisation of physical securities and improving market efficiency. The one-year duration provides sufficient time for eligible investors to complete the necessary procedures while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The company's proactive approach in publishing newspaper reminders demonstrates its commitment to ensuring maximum investor participation in this special facility, helping shareholders transition from physical to electronic form of securities holding.

Kothari Fermentation & Biochem Ltd has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under SEBI Regulation 74(5) for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The certificate ensures adherence to Securities and Exchange Board of India's depositories and participants regulations.

Regulatory Compliance Filing

The company submitted the certificate to BSE Limited on April 3, 2026, through Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Shivani. The filing includes a certificate from the company's registrar and share transfer agent, Abhipra Capital Limited, confirming compliance with dematerialization processes.

Registrar Confirmation

Abhipra Capital Limited, serving as the Category-I Registrar and Transfer Agent, issued the confirmation certificate dated April 1, 2026. Director Abhinav Aggarwal digitally signed the certificate, confirming that securities received from depository participants for dematerialization during the quarter were properly processed.

Compliance Confirmations

The registrar's certificate confirms several key compliance aspects:

• Securities received for dematerialization were confirmed to depositories within required timeframes
• All securities are listed on stock exchanges where previously issued securities are traded
• Security certificates received for dematerialization were properly mutilated and cancelled
• Depository names were substituted in the register of members as registered owners within 15 days

Regulatory Framework

The filing references multiple regulatory circulars including NSDL circular dated January 25, 2019, CDSL circular dated January 25, 2019, and SEBI letter dated January 24, 2019. These regulations ensure proper handling of dematerialization processes and maintain investor protection standards.

The certificate was also copied to Central Depository Services (India) Limited and National Securities Depository Limited, ensuring all relevant depositories are informed of the compliance status.