MRPL fined by exchanges for board non-compliance in Q4FY26
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited was fined ₹5,68,760 each by BSE and NSE for non-compliance with board composition norms in Q4FY26. The company has sought a waiver, citing its status as a CPSE where director nominations are handled by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

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Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited was fined ₹5,68,760 each by BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited for non-compliance with board composition requirements for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The penalties were levied due to violations of specific provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 concerning the structure of its Board and Sub-committees.
The notices issued by the stock exchanges cited non-compliance with Regulation 17(1), 18(1), 19, 20, and 21(2) of the SEBI regulations. These regulations govern the composition of the Board of Directors and its various committees, ensuring adherence to corporate governance standards.
| Period of Non-compliance | Amount of Fine (including GST @18%) |
|---|---|
| For the Quarter March 31, 2026 | ₹5,68,760 each from BSE and NSE |
In response to the penalties, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has represented to the exchanges seeking a waiver of the fine. The company stated that as a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE), the nomination of Directors on its Board is managed by the Administrative Ministry, specifically the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India.
The disclosure was made to the exchanges on May 28, 2026, under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company requested that the exchanges place this information on record.
Historical Stock Returns for Mangalore Refinery & Petroleum
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.62% | -2.14% | -15.77% | -9.54% | +3.07% | +182.30% |
How will the exchanges respond to MRPL's request for a waiver given the CPSE governance constraints?
What timeline does the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas need to fill the vacant board positions?
Will this non-compliance trigger additional scrutiny or penalties from SEBI beyond the exchange fines?


































