Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited has scheduled its 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for Thursday, September 17, 2026. The meeting will be conducted through video conferencing or other audio-visual means, in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations.

The board of directors recommended a final dividend of ₹8 per equity share (face value ₹2) for FY26 during its meeting on May 8, 2026. Shareholders on record as of Friday, August 28, 2026, will be eligible for the payout. If approved by shareholders at the AGM, the dividend will be paid on or before October 15, 2026.

Dividend and Tax Details

The company will pay dividends electronically only. Tax at Source (TDS) will be deducted as applicable. Shareholders claiming exemptions must submit prescribed documents to the Registrar and Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited, by Thursday, September 10, 2026. Failure to update KYC details, including PAN and bank accounts, before the record date may result in dividend payments being held back.

AGM Participation and Voting

Shareholders can participate in the AGM remotely via VC/OAVM. Remote e-voting through NSDL is available for all resolutions set out in the AGM notice. The voting window opens on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 9:00 am and closes on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Detailed instructions for attending the meeting and casting votes are included in the AGM notice.

The notice and annual report for FY25-26 are available on the company website and stock exchange portals. Physical copies of the annual report will be sent only upon specific request from registered email IDs.

Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited plans to invest ₹200 crore to launch coal and mineral trading platforms, according to reports. The company has already secured regulatory approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to invest in a proposed Mineral Spot Exchange Company, marking a significant expansion of its infrastructure into the mined natural resources sector. The approval was granted under Regulation 38(2) of the SECC Regulations via a letter dated August 11, 2026, with the disclosure made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFDPOD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Investment structure and capital

MCX plans to invest up to ₹100 crore in the new mineral exchange entity to comply with the minimum net worth requirements outlined in the draft Mineral Exchange Rules. The shares will be acquired at a par value of ₹10 per share. Initially, MCX will hold a 100% stake in the subsidiary but may subsequently seek other partners to hold shares.

Strategic rationale

As the largest commodity exchange in the country, MCX aims to deepen commodity market infrastructure through this initiative. The proposed platform will leverage MCX's existing leadership in governance, surveillance, and clearing and settlement mechanisms. The goal is to support a transparent, technology-driven ecosystem for physical mineral delivery, aligning with the vision of the Government of India for robust pricing and standardization in the sector.

Regulatory path forward

While SEBI approval has been obtained for the mineral exchange investment, the entity is yet to be incorporated. The next step involves securing a license from the Indian Bureau of Mines, which MCX will apply for as and when prescribed by the relevant authorities. The disclosures were signed by Manisha Thakur, Company Secretary, and made available on the company's website.