SKF India Limited has announced the appointment of M/s Joshi Apte & Associates, Cost Accountants (Firm Reg. No. 000240), as Cost Auditors of the company for the Financial Year 2026-27. The appointment was approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on 13th May 2026, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee. This disclosure has been made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regulations, read with the SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated 30th January 2026.

Appointment Details

The appointment was carried out in compliance with Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, which mandates every listed company to appoint Cost Accountants in Practice as Cost Auditors. The key details of the appointment are presented below:

Profile of the Appointed Firm

M/s Joshi Apte & Associates (Firm Registration No. 000240) is a Peer-reviewed firm with a track record of providing expert services in Cost Management Accountancy for the last 15 years. The firm comprises a dynamic team that is a mix of seasoned practitioners with rich experience and young professionals. The firm also observes diversity with a majority of woman partners.

The firm offers the following professional services:

• Cost Audit
• Costing Systems
• Cost Study and Analysis

Regulatory Disclosure

The intimation has been filed in accordance with Clause 7, Para A of Part A of Schedule III to Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations. As the appointment pertains to Cost Auditors and not a Director, the disclosure regarding relationships between directors is not applicable in this case. The Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, Mayuri Kulkarni, signed and submitted the disclosure on behalf of SKF India Limited.

SKF India Limited has issued a comprehensive notice to shareholders regarding the mandatory transfer of unclaimed equity shares and unpaid dividends to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) Authority, in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Compliance and Notice Details

The notice, published on April 23, 2026, was issued in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company published the newspaper advertisement in Financial Express (All India Editions) and Loksatta Newspapers to inform shareholders about the impending transfer of unclaimed assets to IEPF Authority.

Transfer Requirements and Timeline

Under the IEPF Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016, shares and unpaid dividends that have remained unclaimed for seven consecutive years or more must be transferred to the IEPF Authority within 30 days of becoming due for transfer.

Key Deadlines and Actions

The company has sent individual notices to concerned shareholders at their latest available addresses with the Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA). Complete details of affected shareholders, dividends, and shares due for transfer have been displayed on the company's website at https://www.skf.com/in/investors/skf-india-ltd/shareholder-information .

Shareholder Categories and Procedures

Demat Mode Shareholders

Shareholders holding shares in demat mode will be informed through corporate action by the company to the concerned Depository Participant. The Depository will then effect the transfer of shares in favor of IEPF in its records as required under the Rules.

Physical Mode Shareholders

For shareholders holding shares in physical mode, the company will issue duplicate share certificates in lieu of original certificates for transfer purposes. Upon issuance, the original share certificates will be automatically cancelled and cannot be traded.

Recovery Process and Contact Information

Shareholders can claim back transferred shares and unclaimed dividends from IEPF Authority by following the prescribed procedure under the IEPF Rules. No claim will lie against the company for shares transferred to IEPF.

Contact Details for Queries

Company Information

SKF India Limited, with its registered office at Chinchwad, Pune 411 033, Maharashtra, operates under CIN No: L29130PN1961PLC213113. The notice was signed by Mayuri Kulkarni, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, emphasizing the company's commitment to regulatory compliance and shareholder protection.

The comprehensive notice ensures transparency in the IEPF transfer process while providing shareholders with adequate time and resources to prevent unintended transfer of their holdings and dividend entitlements.