SAL Automotive re-appoints B.K. Gupta & Associates as Internal Auditor
SAL Automotive Limited has re-appointed M/s B.K. Gupta & Associates as its Internal Auditor for FY 2026-27, effective May 22, 2026. The Board approved the appointment based on the Audit Committee's recommendation to comply with regulatory requirements.

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SAL Automotive Limited has re-appointed M/s B.K. Gupta & Associates as its Internal Auditor for the financial year 2026-27. The decision was taken by the Board of Directors during a meeting held on May 22, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee. The re-appointment is effective from the same date and aims to ensure compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The Board meeting, which commenced at 01:00 P.M. and concluded at 03:10 P.M., also reviewed the necessary disclosures required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR regulations. The company has confirmed that the appointment aligns with the provisions outlined in the SEBI master circular dated January 30, 2026.
Details of the Appointment
The re-appointment of the internal auditor firm was formalized to maintain continuity in the company's audit processes. M/s B.K. Gupta & Associates, a firm of Chartered Accountants, holds a Firm Registration No. 002128N. The firm's founder and senior partner is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Reason for change | Re-appointment to comply with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015 based on Audit Committee recommendation. |
| Date of appointment | May 22, 2026 |
| Term of appointment | Financial Year 2026-27 |
| Firm Registration No. | 002128N |
Profile of the Internal Auditor
The appointed firm brings extensive experience in audit, taxation, finance, and NGO services. The founder and senior partner has been involved in auditing major nationalized banks and non-banking finance companies. The firm possesses strong exposure to Indian Accounting and Auditing Standards as well as International Financial Reporting Standards.
The disclosure regarding the relationship between directors was marked as not applicable in this instance. The company has enclosed the detailed profile and other relevant information as Annexure A to the regulatory filing.
Historical Stock Returns for SAL Automotive
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.34% | +6.50% | +4.08% | -10.33% | -18.47% | +162.97% |
How might M/s B.K. Gupta & Associates' findings in FY 2026-27 influence SAL Automotive's financial governance strategy amid evolving SEBI compliance requirements?
Could SAL Automotive consider transitioning to a Big Four or larger audit firm in future years to strengthen investor confidence as the company scales?
What specific internal control weaknesses or audit priorities in SAL Automotive's operations might the re-appointed firm focus on given current automotive sector challenges?
































