PNB Housing fixes record date for dividend, appoints independent directors
PNB Housing Finance Ltd has fixed July 31, 2026, as the record date for the FY26 dividend, pending AGM approval. The Board appointed Mr. Shreekant and Mr. Rajiv Kumar Singh as Independent Directors for a three-year term. Additionally, the Board recommended raising INR 10,000 Crore via NCDs and proposed alterations to the Articles of Association to align with the Companies Act, 2013.

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PNB Housing Finance Ltd has fixed July 31, 2026, as the record date to determine members eligible to receive the dividend for the financial year 2025-26, subject to shareholder approval at the 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Board of Directors, meeting on July 10, 2026, also approved the appointment of Mr. Shreekant and Mr. Rajiv Kumar Singh as Additional Directors in the Independent Director category for a term of three years. Additionally, the Board recommended raising funds via Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) aggregating up to INR 10,000 Crore on a private placement basis.
The appointments of Mr. Shreekant and Mr. Rajiv Kumar Singh were made on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Mr. Shreekant brings over 34 years of experience in the banking sector, having served in leadership roles at the State Bank of India (SBI), including as Chief General Manager and head of the Real Estate & Housing vertical. Mr. Rajiv Kumar Singh is a Fellow Chartered Accountant and a Certified Information Systems Auditor with nearly three decades of experience in banking, financial services, and risk management. Both directors satisfy the criteria of independence prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Board proposed alterations to the Company’s Articles of Association (AOA) to remove obsolete provisions and align with the Companies Act, 2013. The proposed amendments include aligning provisions for share certificates and authentication of documents, rationalizing shareholder nomination rights, and updating Board composition. The detailed terms and conditions of the NCD issuance will be submitted post-finalization following member approval at the 38th AGM.
Key Appointments
| Director | Category | Date of Appointment | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Shreekant | Independent Director | July 10, 2026 | 3 years |
| Mr. Rajiv Kumar Singh | Independent Director | July 10, 2026 | 3 years |
AGM Proposals
- Dividend: Record date fixed as July 31, 2026, for FY26 dividend.
- Fundraising: Issuance of NCDs up to INR 10,000 Crore via private placement.
- Governance: Alteration of Articles of Association to align with statutory requirements.
Historical Stock Returns for PNB Housing Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.45% | +5.21% | +12.30% | +14.11% | +1.08% | +76.93% |
How will the proposed INR 10,000 Crore NCD issuance impact PNB Housing Finance's cost of funds and net interest margins?
What strategic shifts in risk management or governance can be expected following the appointment of two new independent directors with deep banking and risk expertise?
Will the dividend payout ratio for FY26 remain consistent with previous years, or is a change anticipated given the capital raising plans?































