MCX AGM approves ₹8 dividend, reappoints Shenoi; voting results out
- MCX declared a final dividend of ₹8 per equity share for FY26
- Shareholders approved adoption of audited financial statements for FY26
- Mohan Shenoi reappointed as Non-Independent Director subject to SEBI approval
- Institutional holders voted 19.23% against Shenoi's reappointment

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Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited declared a final dividend of ₹8 per equity share for FY26 during its 24th Annual General Meeting. The payout applies to shares with a face value of ₹2 each.
The AGM was convened and held on September 17, 2026, through Video Conferencing in compliance with SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, and MCA Circulars. Dr. Harsh Kumar Bhanwala, Chairman of the Board, presided over the proceedings from the Mumbai office.
Meeting Proceedings
A total of 75 members attended the virtual meeting. Ms. Manisha Thakur, Company Secretary, welcomed the attendees and confirmed the presence of a quorum before handing over the chair to Dr. Bhanwala.
Key board members present included:
- Mr. C. S. Verma, Public Interest Director
- Dr. Navrang Saini, Public Interest Director
- Mr. Santosh Kumar Mohanty, Public Interest Director
- Mr. Mohan Shenoi, Non-Independent Director
- Mr. Arvind Kathpalia, Non-Independent Director
- Ms. Praveena Rai, Managing Director & CEO
Directors attending via video conference included Ms. Sonu Bhasin and Mr. Ashutosh Vaidya. Representatives from statutory auditors V Sankar Aiyar & Co and secretarial auditors AVS & Associates were also present.
Voting Results
The scrutinizer's report, issued by AVS & Associates on September 18, 2026, confirms that all three ordinary resolutions were passed by shareholders. The voting process included remote e-voting (September 14–16, 2026) and electronic voting during the AGM.
Resolution 1: Adoption of Financial Statements
Shareholders approved the adoption of audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026.
| Category | Votes Polled | % in Favour | % Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Institutions Holders | 191,515,960 | 99.47% | 0.53% |
| Public - Non Institutions | 225,145 | 99.89% | 0.11% |
| Grand Total | 191,741,105 | 99.47% | 0.53% |
Resolution 2: Final Dividend Declaration
The resolution to declare a final dividend of ₹8 per equity share was approved with overwhelming support.
| Category | Votes Polled | % in Favour | % Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Institutions Holders | 191,565,634 | 100% | 0% |
| Public - Non Institutions | 225,550 | 99.39% | 0.61% |
| Grand Total | 191,790,634 | 100% | 0% |
Resolution 3: Re-appointment of Director
Shareholders approved the re-appointment of Mr. Mohan Shenoi as a Non-Independent Director, subject to SEBI approval. This resolution saw higher dissent compared to other items, primarily from institutional holders.
| Category | Votes Polled | % in Favour | % Against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Institutions Holders | 119,154,285 | 80.77% | 19.23% |
| Public - Non Institutions | 205,193 | 99.25% | 0.75% |
| Grand Total | 119,359,478 | 80.80% | 19.20% |
Note: Trading Members or their associates were not eligible to vote on Item No. 3 pursuant to Regulation 2(ka) of Securities Contracts (Regulation) (Stock Exchange and Clearing Corporation) Regulations, 2018.
What the Numbers Show
While the dividend and financial statement adoptions received near-unanimous support (100% and 99.47% respectively), the re-appointment of Mr. Mohan Shenoi faced notable opposition. Approximately 19.20% of votes polled against his re-appointment, driven largely by institutional holders who voted 19.23% against. In contrast, non-institutional public holders showed strong support with only 0.75% voting against. This divergence suggests specific institutional concerns regarding this directorship, despite overall confidence in the company's financial outcomes.
Historical Stock Returns for MCX
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.92% | +3.56% | -0.71% | +27.80% | +102.60% | +762.97% |
What specific governance or strategic concerns drove the 19.23% institutional dissent against Mr. Mohan Shenoi's re-appointment, and will this impact future board dynamics?
How does the ₹8 per share dividend payout ratio compare to MCX's historical averages and peer exchanges, and does it signal a shift in capital allocation strategy for FY27?
Given the overwhelming approval of financial statements, what key operational metrics or revenue growth drivers are expected to sustain MCX's profitability in the upcoming fiscal year?

































