Oil India seeks waiver of ₹5.49 lakh SEBI fine for Q4FY26
Oil India Ltd requested BSE and NSE to waive a ₹5,49,880 fine for non-compliance with SEBI LODR Regulations in Q4FY26, citing reasons beyond its control. The Board approved the waiver request on June 29, 2026. Penalties relate to Regulations 17(1), 18(1), and 19(1)/19(2), with the exchange requiring compliance before processing the waiver.

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Oil India Limited has requested stock exchanges to waive a total fine of ₹5,49,880 imposed for non-compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 during the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The penalties were levied due to lapses in board composition and other regulatory requirements, with the company arguing that the non-compliance was beyond its control.
The Board of Directors reviewed the matter in its meeting held on June 29, 2026. Following the review, the Board advised the management to approach BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange of India Ltd to request a waiver of the fines. The company formally submitted this request via a letter dated June 30, 2026.
The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd issued a notice detailing the specific breaches and the corresponding financial penalties. The total fine includes a base penalty of ₹4,66,000 and an 18% GST component of ₹83,880. The exchange stipulated that compliance is a prerequisite for processing any waiver application and that the company must pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₹10,000 plus GST if the fine amount exceeds ₹5,000.
The following table outlines the specific regulations breached, the duration of non-compliance, and the fines levied:
| Regulation | Quarter | Fine amount per day/instance (Rs.) | No. of days/instances | Fine amount (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regulation 17(1) | 31-Mar-2026 | 5000 | 90 | 450000 |
| Regulation 18(1) | 31-Mar-2026 | 2000 | 4 | 8000 |
| Regulation 19(1)/19(2) | 31-Mar-2026 | 2000 | 4 | 8000 |
| Total Fine | 466000 | |||
| GST @18% | 83880 | |||
| Total Fine Payable | 549880 |
The exchange notice further instructed the company to ensure compliance with the respective regulations and remit the payment within 15 days of the notice date. It also mandated that the Board's comments on the fine be disseminated via the NEAPS portal. Oil India Limited must now await the exchange's decision on its waiver request while ensuring that the identified non-compliances are rectified.
Historical Stock Returns for Oil India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.45% | +3.76% | -12.81% | -1.57% | -3.17% | +274.20% |
What precedent will this waiver request set for other public sector undertakings facing similar regulatory fines?
How will the exchanges evaluate the company's claim that the non-compliance was beyond its control?
What specific governance changes is Oil India implementing to prevent future lapses in board composition?































