TCFC Finance faces penalty for related party disclosure delay in FY26
TCFC Finance Limited reported a non-compliance with SEBI regulations regarding the disclosure of related party transactions for FY26, leading to a fine of ₹5,900. The company's Annual Secretarial Compliance Report also confirmed the rectification of previous delays in updating website content. Overall, the firm maintained compliance with key governance standards, including insider trading regulations and performance evaluations.

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TCFC Finance Limited disclosed a compliance lapse concerning the disclosure of related party transactions for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, resulting in a monetary penalty. The company submitted its Annual Secretarial Compliance Report to BSE Limited on May 26, 2026, confirming adherence to most SEBI regulations while noting specific deviations.
The report, issued by M/s. Aabid & Co, Company Secretaries, identified a non-compliance with Regulation 23(9) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This regulation mandates that listed entities disclose related party transactions in the format specified by the board and within the prescribed timeline. Due to the delay in compliance, the stock exchange levied a fine of ₹5,900 on the company.
Compliance Status and Remedial Actions
The secretarial audit confirmed that the company has complied with the provisions of the SEBI Act, SCRA, and various other regulations, including those concerning insider trading and event disclosures. The report highlighted that the company successfully addressed observations from previous reports regarding website maintenance.
In the prior period, the company had failed to update changes to its website content within two working days as required by Regulation 46(3). The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for FY26 states that the company has now complied with these provisions, ensuring timely updates on its website within the statutory timelines.
Key Compliance Indicators
The report provided a detailed breakdown of the company's compliance status across various operational and governance parameters for the review period.
| Particulars | Compliance Status | Observations/ Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Secretarial Standards (SS) issued by ICSI | Yes | - |
| Adoption and updation of Policies | Yes | - |
| Maintenance and disclosures on Website | Yes | - |
| Disqualification of Director | NA | No directors disqualified during the year. |
| Preservation of Documents | Yes | - |
| Performance Evaluation of Board | Yes | - |
| Related Party Transactions | Yes (Audit Committee Approval) | Non-compliance with Regulation 23(9) disclosure timeline. |
| Disclosure of events or information | Yes | - |
| Prohibition of Insider Trading | Yes | - |
The auditors clarified that the responsibility for compliance and the authenticity of documents lies with the management, while their role is limited to certification based on an examination of relevant records. The report does not constitute an audit or an opinion on the financial records of the company.
Historical Stock Returns for TCFC Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.68% | -0.39% | -3.91% | -37.46% | -41.56% | -4.92% |
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