PB Fintech Postal Ballot: Director Appointments, ESOP Amendment & Newspaper Disclosure
PB Fintech Limited confirmed the dispatch of its Postal Ballot Notice through newspaper advertisements in Financial Express and Jansatta on May 14, 2026, covering five resolutions including director re-appointments, a new independent director appointment, remuneration revision from ₹36,00,000 to ₹40,00,000 per annum, audit committee reconstitution, and extension of ESOP 2021 exercise period to March 31, 2035. Remote e-voting runs from May 14 to June 12, 2026, with results declared on or before June 16, 2026.

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PB Fintech Limited dispatched its Postal Ballot Notice on May 13, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, following the Board of Directors' meeting held on May 11, 2026 (commencing at 06:05 P.M. IST and concluding at 07:00 P.M. IST). The notice seeks shareholders' approval through remote e-voting for five resolutions covering director appointments, re-appointments, remuneration approvals, and an amendment to the Employee Stock Option Plan. In compliance with applicable regulations, the company also published newspaper advertisements confirming the dispatch in Financial Express (All India editions in English language) and Jansatta (Delhi and NCR edition in Hindi vernacular language) on May 14, 2026. The disclosure was signed by Bhasker Joshi, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.
The remote e-voting period commences on May 14, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (IST) and ends on June 12, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. (IST), with results to be announced on or before June 16, 2026. MUFG Intime India Private Limited has been appointed as the e-voting facilitator, and Mr. Dhananjay Shukla (CP No. 8271), Managing Partner of M/s Dhananjay Shukla & Associates, has been appointed as Scrutinizer. The Cut-off date for determining eligible shareholders is May 08, 2026.
Key Board Decisions at a Glance
The board's approvals span director re-appointments, a new appointment, remuneration revisions, committee reconstitution, and a stock option plan amendment. The following table summarises the key decisions:
| Decision: | Details |
|---|---|
| Re-appointment – Mrs. Veena Vikas Mankar | Non-Executive Independent Director, second term of 5 years, June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2031 |
| Re-appointment – Mr. Nilesh Bhaskar Sathe | Non-Executive Independent Director, second term of 5 years, June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2031 |
| Remuneration Approval – Mr. Dhruv Shringi | Non-Executive Independent Director, June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2029 |
| New Appointment – Ms. Jyotsana Vempati Aggarwal | Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent), 5-year term from May 11, 2026 |
| ESOP 2021 Amendment | Extension of closing date from March 31, 2030 to March 31, 2035 |
| Audit Committee Reconstitution | Effective upon expiry of Mr. Kaushik Dutta's term on June 18, 2026 |
Remuneration Structure for Independent Directors
The Board, on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC), has proposed a revision in fixed remuneration for Independent Directors from ₹36,00,000 to ₹40,00,000 per annum — the first such revision since 2024. A benchmarking exercise indicated that the proposed fee remains conservative relative to the industry median range of ₹44,00,000 to ₹54,00,000. The total incremental cost for all four Independent Directors is ₹16,00,000 per annum, representing 0.025% of total revenue and 0.238% of Net PAT. The proposed remuneration structure is as follows:
| Name of Director: | DIN | Period of Remuneration | Proposed Remuneration per annum (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. Jyotsana Vempati Aggarwal | 07018413 | May 11, 2026 to May 10, 2029 | 40,00,000/- |
| Mrs. Veena Vikas Mankar | 00004168 | June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2029 | 40,00,000/- |
| Mr. Nilesh Bhaskar Sathe | 02372576 | June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2029 | 40,00,000/- |
| Mr. Dhruv Shringi | 00334986 | June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2029 | 40,00,000/- |
In addition to the above fixed remuneration, each Independent Director is entitled to sitting fees of ₹1,00,000/- per meeting for attending Board and Committee meetings, along with reimbursement of expenses incurred for participation in such meetings.
Re-appointment of Independent Directors
The board approved the re-appointment of Mrs. Veena Vikas Mankar (DIN: 00004168) as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a second term of five consecutive years, effective June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2031. Mrs. Mankar holds a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Delhi, a post graduate diploma in business administration from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, and has completed the strategic leadership for microfinance course at Harvard Business School. She is the founder of Swadhaar FinServe Private Limited (now known as RBL FinServe Limited, a subsidiary of RBL Bank Limited), a non-executive director on the board of RBL Bank Limited, and a founder and director of Swadhaar FinAccess. She has previously served as a director on the board of Liberty General Insurance Limited and as the non-executive chairperson of IDFC Bank Limited (now known as IDFC First Bank Limited). Notably, shareholder approval is also being sought for continuation of Mrs. Mankar beyond January 24, 2028, when she will attain the age of 75 years, in compliance with Regulation 17(1A) of the SEBI Listing Regulations. Her last drawn remuneration was ₹32,00,000/- from PB Fintech Limited and ₹4,00,000/- from Paisabazaar Marketing and Consulting Private Limited.
Similarly, the board approved the re-appointment of Mr. Nilesh Bhaskar Sathe (DIN: 02372576) as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a second term of five consecutive years, effective June 19, 2026 to June 18, 2031. Mr. Sathe holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in commerce from Nagpur University and is a certified associate with the Indian Institute of Bankers. He has served as whole-time member of IRDAI, as CEO and Director of LIC Nomura Mutual Fund Asset Management Company, and as zonal manager (Northern Zone) of Life Insurance Corporation of India. He also worked with Bank of India and Canara Bank for over 5 years before joining LIC of India as a Direct Recruit Officer. His last drawn remuneration was ₹36,00,000/- per annum. Both directors were originally appointed for their first term at the Extraordinary General Meeting held on June 19, 2021.
New Appointment: Ms. Jyotsana Vempati Aggarwal
The board approved the appointment of Ms. Jyotsana Vempati Aggarwal (DIN: 07018413) as an Additional Director in the capacity of Non-Executive Independent Director for a term of five consecutive years with effect from May 11, 2026 to May 10, 2031. Ms. Aggarwal holds a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and an MBA in Finance and Marketing from the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow. She is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Wysa, a clinically validated AI platform for mental health operating across 95 countries with over 11 million users. Under her leadership, Wysa has built partnerships with national health systems including NHS England and the Singapore Ministry of Health, secured FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in the United States, and developed a clinical evidence base spanning over 40 peer-reviewed publications. She brings over thirty years of leadership experience across digital platforms, learning technology, and social enterprise, having served as Managing Director (International) at Pearson Learning Solutions and as Founding Director of Technology and Innovation at Silatech, a Qatar Foundation initiative.
Ms. Aggarwal has been recognised as a Top 10 Global Innovator for Social Good by the World Economic Forum, named among Business Insider's Top 100 People in Artificial Intelligence (2023), and recognised by the Government of India as one of 75 Women Transforming India. She is a Professional Advisor at the MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship, a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, and an Inaugural Fellow of the Bernard van Leer Foundation. Her areas of expertise include artificial intelligence governance, safety and regulation, digital platform strategy, international business leadership, health technology, and social enterprise governance.
Audit Committee Reconstitution
The board also approved the reconstitution of the Audit Committee, following the upcoming expiration of Mr. Kaushik Dutta's term as Non-Executive Independent Director and Audit Committee Chairperson on June 18, 2026, as he has not offered to renew his appointment. The reconstituted Audit Committee composition is as follows:
| Sr. No.: | Name of Director | Position in Committee | Nature of Directorship |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. Dhruv Shringi | Chairperson | Independent Director |
| 2. | Mr. Nilesh Bhaskar Sathe | Member | Independent Director |
| 3. | Ms. Kitty Agarwal | Member | Independent Director |
ESOP 2021 Amendment
The board proposed an amendment to the PB Fintech Employees Stock Option Plan, 2021 (ESOP 2021), seeking shareholder approval to extend the maximum exercise period for vested stock options from March 31, 2030 to March 31, 2035. The amendment does not alter the total number of options, grant price, vesting schedule, or potential dilution under the scheme. It will apply to all future grants, all granted options whether unvested or vested and pending for exercise, and lapsed options returned to the pool for re-issuance. The proposed change requires approval by special resolution under Regulation 7(2) of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021.
Financial Performance Context
The remuneration revision is contextualised against the company's financial performance. The following tables present the standalone and consolidated financial performance:
Standalone Financial Performance (₹ in Crores)
| Particulars: | FY2026 | FY2025 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue (including other income): | 421.71 | 411.93 | 362.40 |
| Profit before tax: | 46.67 | 14.96 | 44.25 |
| Profit after tax: | 41.44 | 13.47 | 36.19 |
| EPS (Basic): | 0.90 | 0.30 | 0.81 |
| EPS (Diluted): | 0.89 | 0.29 | 0.78 |
Consolidated Financial Performance (₹ in Crores)
| Particulars: | FY2026 | FY2025 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue (including other income): | 7,166.45 | 5,384.94 | 3,818.25 |
| Profit before tax: | 707.37 | 387.62 | 77.11 |
| Profit after tax: | 670.13 | 353.16 | 64.41 |
| EPS (Basic): | 14.58 | 7.77 | 1.50 |
| EPS (Diluted): | 14.46 | 7.65 | 1.45 |
On a consolidated basis, Net Profit After Tax rose 90% to ₹670 crore year-on-year, while consolidated operating revenue increased 36.50% to ₹6,794 crore. Total insurance premiums and total lending disbursals grew by 42% and 50% year-on-year respectively. The company's UAE operations achieved their first ever full-year profitability with 54% year-on-year premium growth. The company has also expanded into new businesses including Account Aggregator, Payment Aggregator, and Stock Broking.
Foreign Investment in the Company (as on March 31, 2026)
| Particulars: | Shares | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Direct Investment: | 3,56,28,352 | 7.70 |
| Foreign Portfolio Investors: | 14,90,77,426 | 32.22 |
| Non-Resident Indians: | 20,34,675 | 0.44 |
| Foreign Nationals: | 116 | 0.00 |
| Foreign Companies: | 12,73,978 | 0.28 |
The company also has a wholly owned subsidiary, PB Fintech FZ-LLC in Dubai, UAE. Investment made by the company in PB Dubai stands at ₹233.47 Crores as on March 31, 2026.
All resolutions are subject to shareholder approval through the postal ballot process. The Postal Ballot Notice, along with the explanatory statement and related documents, is available on the company's website at www.pbfintech.in and on the website of MUFG Intime at https://instavote.linkintime.co.in .
Historical Stock Returns for PB FinTech
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.14% | -14.05% | -8.18% | -17.27% | -16.69% | +27.60% |
How might Ms. Jyotsana Vempati Aggarwal's expertise in AI governance and health technology influence PB Fintech's strategic direction in insurtech and digital health insurance products?
Given PB Fintech's 90% consolidated PAT growth and expansion into Account Aggregator, Payment Aggregator, and Stock Broking, which new business segment is most likely to become a significant revenue contributor in the next 2-3 years?
With independent director remuneration still below the industry median range of ₹44-54 lakh, could PB Fintech face challenges attracting top-tier board talent, and when might the next remuneration revision be expected?


































