LINC Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate under SEBI regulations for the fourth quarter of FY26, demonstrating adherence to dematerialisation requirements. The certificate was filed on 4th April, 2026, covering the quarter ended 31st March, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance Submission

The company filed the certificate in compliance with Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The submission was made to three major stock exchanges where LINC Limited shares are listed.

Registrar Confirmation

Maheshwari Datamatics Pvt. Ltd., serving as the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA), provided the compliance certificate. The registrar confirmed completion of all required dematerialisation processes for the period from 01/01/2026 to 31/03/2026.

Key compliance activities completed include:

• Submission of Demat Transfer Register to depositories and stock exchanges
• Proper destruction, mutilation, and cancellation of physical securities received from Depository Participants
• Completion of all processes within stipulated timeframes

Corporate Governance

The certificate was signed by Dipankar De, Company Secretary of LINC Limited, on 4th April, 2026. This submission reflects the company's commitment to maintaining regulatory compliance and proper corporate governance practices.

The quarterly filing ensures transparency in the dematerialisation process and confirms that all physical share certificates have been properly handled according to SEBI guidelines. This regulatory compliance is essential for maintaining the company's good standing with stock exchanges and protecting investor interests.

LINC Limited held its Q3 FY26 earnings conference call on February 12, 2026, revealing mixed financial performance with modest revenue growth offset by continued margin pressures. The writing instruments manufacturer reported operational challenges while maintaining focus on long-term strategic investments and product innovation.

Financial Performance Overview

The company's Q3 FY26 financial results demonstrate a challenging operating environment during the quarter:

Revenue from operations reached ₹129.29 crores, marking a 5.8% year-on-year increase. However, operating EBITDA contracted with a margin of 10.0%, representing a decline of 200 basis points compared to the previous year.

Operational Challenges and One-Time Impact

According to CFO N.K. Dujari, the quarter's performance was impacted by specific operational factors. The operating EBITDA margin was affected by a one-time increase in employee benefit expenses arising from recent changes in labour regulations. Excluding this non-recurring impact, the operating EBITDA margin would have been approximately 10.7%.

Joint venture losses of ₹83 lacs also contributed to the profit contraction. These joint ventures remain in the investment phase, with the company viewing them as strategic long-term value creation opportunities.

Product Mix and Volume Performance

During the earnings call, management provided insights into operational metrics:

Whole-Time Director Rohit Deepak Jalan explained that the company has focused on the below ₹5 segment and introduced products at the ₹5 MRP price segment, leading to changes in product mix and average selling prices.

Strategic Initiatives and Joint Ventures

LINC continues to advance its international initiatives across multiple geographies:

Management noted that while the ramp-up across certain initiatives has taken longer than initially anticipated, the foundation being laid is deliberate and necessary for long-term value creation.

Financial Position and Cash Flow

LINC maintains a strong financial position with healthy cash generation:

The company continues to demonstrate financial discipline while investing in growth initiatives and maintaining efficient asset utilization.

Management Outlook

Despite near-term pressures, management remains confident in the long-term value creation potential of their strategy. Rohit Deepak Jalan emphasized that the company's focus has been on strengthening the product portfolio and building long-term growth drivers rather than chasing short-term expansion. Several new products launched recently are witnessing positive early traction, with their contribution expected to scale up progressively as distribution expands.

The company continues to invest in brand relevance, distribution reach, and category expansion, which management believes will support sustainable growth over the medium term. With joint ventures expected to stabilize and new products gaining market acceptance, LINC anticipates improved performance in coming quarters.