Schaeffler India Limited Completes Postal Ballot for Director Appointment with Overwhelming Shareholder Approval
Schaeffler India Limited completed its postal ballot process for director appointment with overwhelming 99.95% shareholder approval. The company appointed Mr. Maximilian Andreas Fiedler as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director following a structured voting timeline and comprehensive regulatory compliance under SEBI LODR regulations.

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Schaeffler India Limited has successfully completed its postal ballot voting process for the appointment of a new Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, receiving overwhelming shareholder approval. The company announced the results on March 14, 2026, following a month-long e-voting period that demonstrated strong investor confidence in the proposed appointment.
Appointment Details and Resolution
The postal ballot sought approval for the appointment of Mr. Maximilian Andreas Fiedler (DIN: 10406377) as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Schaeffler India Limited through an ordinary resolution. The voting process was conducted entirely through electronic means, utilizing the e-voting facility provided by the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL).
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointee: | Mr. Maximilian Andreas Fiedler |
| Director Identification Number: | 10406377 |
| Position: | Non-Executive Non-Independent Director |
| Resolution Type: | Ordinary Resolution |
Voting Timeline and Process
The postal ballot process followed a structured timeline spanning several months, from the initial notice to the final declaration of results. The company established a comprehensive framework to ensure all eligible shareholders could participate in the voting process.
| Timeline Parameter: | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| Postal Ballot Notice Date: | December 26, 2025 |
| Cut-off Date: | February 6, 2026 |
| Voting Start: | February 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (IST) |
| Voting End: | March 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Total Shareholders (Cut-off): | 68,496 |
Comprehensive Voting Results
The postal ballot results demonstrated exceptional shareholder support across all categories. The resolution received approval from 99.95% of the valid votes cast, with only 0.05% voting against the appointment.
| Voting Category: | Shares Held | Votes Polled | % Polled | Votes in Favour | Votes Against | % in Favour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promoter & Promoter Group: | 115,863,235 | 115,863,235 | 100.00 | 115,863,235 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Public Institutions: | 32,225,703 | 29,288,773 | 92.87 | 29,856,557 | 72,550 | 99.75 |
| Public Non-Institutions: | 8,214,732 | 50,628 | 0.61 | 48,873 | 1,755 | 96.53 |
| Total: | 156,303,670 | 145,842,970 | 93.30 | 145,768,665 | 74,305 | 99.95 |
Scrutinizer's Oversight and Validation
The postal ballot process was overseen by Mr. Suresh Kumar Kabra, Partner at Samdani Kabra & Associates, Company Secretaries, who served as the appointed Scrutinizer. The scrutiny process involved comprehensive verification of the e-voting data downloaded from the NSDL website on March 14, 2026, at 05:07 P.M. IST in the presence of two independent witnesses.
Key aspects of the scrutinizer's validation included:
- Verification of 588 participating members who cast valid votes
- Confirmation of 14,57,68,665 votes in favor (99.95%)
- Validation of 74,305 votes against (0.05%)
- Total valid votes processed: 14,58,42,970
Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
The postal ballot was conducted in full compliance with regulatory requirements under Regulation 44(3) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company also adhered to the provisions of Sections 108 and 110 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014.
| Regulatory Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Regulation: | Regulation 30 and 44(3) of SEBI LODR |
| Legal Framework: | Sections 108 and 110 of Companies Act, 2013 |
| Notice Dispatch Date: | February 12, 2026 |
| Public Advertisement: | Economic Times (English) and Prabhat (Marathi) |
| Advertisement Date: | February 13, 2026 |
The results were formally communicated to both BSE Limited (Company Code: 505790) and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Company Code: SCHAEFFLER) as required under the listing regulations. Company Secretary and VP-Legal Ashish Tiwari signed the official communication on March 14, 2026, ensuring proper documentation and regulatory compliance throughout the process. The results and scrutinizer's report were displayed on the company's notice board and website at www.schaeffler.co.in for public dissemination.
Historical Stock Returns for Schaeffler India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.96% | -10.69% | +0.65% | -3.10% | +15.77% | +257.62% |
































