Tata Elxsi Issues Newspaper Notice on IEPF Equity Share Transfer Under Regulation 30
Tata Elxsi Limited has notified shareholders via a formal intimation dated May 09, 2026 and a subsequent newspaper advertisement dated May 12, 2026, under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, about the impending transfer of unclaimed FY 2018-19 dividends and related equity shares to the IEPF. Shareholders must submit their claims to MUFG Intime India Private Limited on or before August 16, 2026, failing which the Company will transfer the relevant dividends and shares to IEPF without further notice. Members may subsequently reclaim transferred assets by filing e-Form IEPF-5 on the IEPF Authority's website.

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Tata Elxsi Limited has issued a formal intimation to its shareholders under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, regarding the impending transfer of unclaimed dividends and equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF). The initial disclosure was made on May 09, 2026, and communicated to both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. Subsequently, the Company published a newspaper advertisement on May 12, 2026, further notifying shareholders that equity shares on which dividends remained unpaid or unclaimed for seven consecutive years or more are liable to be transferred to the IEPF. The advertisement was signed by Sneha V, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, and the information is also available on the Company's website at www.tataelxsi.com .
Regulatory Background and Compliance Obligation
Pursuant to Section 124 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016, as amended, any dividends that remain unpaid or unclaimed for a continuous period of seven years are required to be transferred to the IEPF established by the Government of India. Correspondingly, the equity shares in respect of which such dividends have remained unpaid or unclaimed for seven consecutive years or more are also required to be transferred to the IEPF.
Key Dates and Transfer Details
The following table summarises the critical details of the upcoming IEPF transfer as communicated by the Company:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Dividend Financial Year: | FY 2018-19 |
| Scheduled Transfer Month: | August 2026 |
| Last Date to Claim: | August 16, 2026 |
| Registrar & Transfer Agent: | MUFG Intime India Private Limited |
| RTA Address: | C-101, 1st Floor, 247 Park, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Vikhroli (West), Mumbai – 400083 |
The dividend payment dates on record, as referenced in the request form enclosed with the intimation, span multiple financial years:
| Payment Date: |
|---|
| 18/07/2019 |
| 24/07/2020 |
| 30/06/2021 |
| 27/06/2022 |
| 10/07/2023 |
| 16/07/2024 |
| 30/06/2025 |
Action Required by Shareholders
Shareholders whose dividends remain unpaid or unclaimed are requested to submit a duly signed request letter to MUFG Intime India Private Limited on or before August 16, 2026. The Company has emphasised that if the signed request letter is not received before this deadline, it will initiate the transfer of both dividends and shares to IEPF without any further notice. No claim shall thereafter lie against the Company in respect of amounts and shares so transferred.
Shareholders are also advised to ensure their KYC compliance in accordance with the SEBI Master Circular dated February 06, 2026. Key requirements include:
- Shares held in electronic form: Submit an attested copy of the Client Master List; dividends will be remitted to the bank account registered against the demat account.
- Shares held in physical form: Submit duly signed KYC forms — Forms ISR-1, ISR-2, and ISR-3/SH-13 — along with supporting documents including an original cancelled cheque bearing the Member's name.
- Outstanding dividends for physical shareholders will be credited only if the folio is KYC compliant and nomination details are registered.
KYC forms are available on the Company's website at https://tataelxsi.com/faqs-and-forms or on the RTA's website at https://web.in.mpms.mufg.com/KYC-downloads.html .
Reclaiming Shares and Dividends Transferred to IEPF
Members who have a claim on dividends or shares already transferred to IEPF may initiate a claim by sending a request letter along with requisite documents to MUFG Intime India Private Limited. Subsequently, they may file an online application in the prescribed e-Form IEPF-5, available on the IEPF Authority's website at www.iepf.gov.in , upon receiving an entitlement letter from the Company. As per IEPF Rules, members or claimants may file only one consolidated claim in a financial year.
Historical Stock Returns for Tata Elxsi
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.43% | -1.07% | +3.76% | -17.19% | -33.12% | +20.07% |
How might the volume of unclaimed dividends and shares transferred to IEPF in August 2026 impact Tata Elxsi's shareholder base and retail investor confidence in the company?
Could SEBI's increasing enforcement of IEPF transfer regulations prompt other listed companies to proactively improve dividend distribution mechanisms to reduce unclaimed amounts in future years?
What technological or process improvements could Tata Elxsi and its RTA, MUFG Intime India, implement to minimize unclaimed dividends in upcoming financial years?


































