KSB Limited Issues Addendum to 66th AGM Notice, Proposes Appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP as Statutory Auditors
KSB Limited has issued an addendum to its 66th AGM notice, scheduled for 20th May, 2026, adding Business No. 6 and Business No. 7 for the appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 101248W/W-100022) as Statutory Auditors. The change follows the resignation of M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP (Firm Registration No. 012754N/N500016), effective 30th April, 2026, to align auditors across the KSB Group. The proposed fees for M/s B S R & Co. LLP are INR 44,00,000 (Forty Four Lakh) for FY 2026 for audit services, to be paid proportionately, plus applicable taxes and out-of-pocket expenses. The new appointment, if approved, will be for a term of five years from the conclusion of the 66th AGM till the conclusion of the 71st AGM.

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KSB Limited has issued an addendum to the notice of its 66th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 20th May, 2026 at 01.30 p.m. IST through Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM). The addendum, dated 30th April, 2026, introduces two additional business items — Business No. 6 and Business No. 7 — both dealing with the appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 101248W/W-100022) as the company's Statutory Auditors. All other items of the original AGM Notice dated 25th February, 2026 remain unchanged.
Background: Change in Statutory Auditors
The members of the company had re-appointed M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP (Firm Registration No. 012754N/N500016) as Statutory Auditors at the 62nd Annual General Meeting held on 11th May, 2022, for a term of five years from the conclusion of the 62nd AGM until the conclusion of the 67th AGM. However, to align statutory auditors across various entities within the KSB Group, the company has proposed a change in its statutory auditor. M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP resigned vide their letter dated 30th April, 2026, effective from the same date, post signing of the Limited Review Report for the quarter ended 31st March, 2026. The outgoing auditors have not raised any concerns or issues, and no other reason has been cited for their resignation.
Details of the Two New Business Items
The addendum introduces two resolutions for shareholder approval, as summarised below:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Business No. 6: | Appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP as Statutory Auditors for a term of five years from the conclusion of the 66th AGM till the conclusion of the 71st AGM |
| Business No. 7: | Appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP to fill the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of M/s Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP, from 30th April, 2026 till the conclusion of the 66th AGM |
| Resolution Type: | Ordinary Resolution (both items) |
| Board Approval Date: | 30th April, 2026 |
| Incoming Auditor Firm Reg. No.: | 101248W/W-100022 |
| Outgoing Auditor Firm Reg. No.: | 012754N/N500016 |
The Board of Directors, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, approved the appointment of M/s B S R & Co. LLP at its meeting held on 30th April, 2026, subject to the approval of the members at the AGM.
Proposed Remuneration and Terms
The following table outlines the key terms and remuneration details for the proposed statutory auditor appointment:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Proposed Fees (FY 2026): | INR 44,00,000 (Forty Four Lakh) for audit services (to be paid proportionately), plus applicable taxes and reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses |
| Term of Appointment: | From the conclusion of the 66th AGM till the conclusion of the 71st AGM (five years); casual vacancy filled from 30th April, 2026 till conclusion of 66th AGM |
| Material Change in Fees: | No material changes compared to outgoing auditor |
| Non-Audit Services: | Permissible on mutually agreed terms, as approved by the Board on recommendation of the Audit Committee |
The Board of Directors, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, is authorised to approve revisions to the remuneration of the Statutory Auditors for the remaining part of the term of appointment.
Credentials of M/s B S R & Co. LLP
The Audit Committee and the Board of Directors considered the credentials and track record of the proposed auditor while making their recommendation. Key highlights of M/s B S R & Co. LLP include:
- Constituted in March 1990 as a partnership firm and converted into a limited liability partnership in October 2013
- Member entity of B S R & Affiliates, a network registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
- Over 4000 staff and 170+ Partners, with offices across 14 locations
- Audits various companies listed on stock exchanges in India, including companies in the industrial manufacturing sector
M/s B S R & Co. LLP has provided their Eligibility and Consent Letter and confirmed that the appointment, if made, will be in accordance with the conditions prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and other applicable rules and regulations. None of the Directors and Key Managerial Personnel of the company, including their relatives, are concerned or interested in the said resolutions.
AGM Proceedings and Availability of Addendum
The addendum, along with the original AGM notice, has been uploaded on the company's website at www.ksbindia.co.in . All processes, notes, and instructions relating to attending the AGM through VC/OAVM and e-voting applicable to the 66th AGM shall also apply to the additional resolutions proposed in this addendum. The Scrutinizers appointed for the 66th AGM will act as Scrutinizers for the additional resolutions as well. The addendum was issued by Company Secretary Shraddha Kavathekar on 12th May, 2026, under the authority of Chairman Gaurav Swarup.
Historical Stock Returns for KSB
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.06% | -4.93% | -6.27% | +11.99% | +5.54% | +367.87% |
How might the transition from Price Waterhouse to B S R & Co. LLP affect KSB Limited's audit quality perception among institutional investors, given that PwC resigned mid-term before completing its originally mandated five-year tenure?
Will the auditor standardization across KSB Group entities lead to any changes in consolidated financial reporting practices or disclosure norms that could impact transparency for minority shareholders?
Could the mid-term resignation of Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP trigger regulatory scrutiny from SEBI or the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), even if no concerns were cited at the time of departure?


































