ACC Limited Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Material RPTs Worth ₹31,600 Crore
ACC Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated January 28, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related party transactions totaling ₹31,600 crore for FY 2026-27. The transactions include ₹27,500 crore with holding company Ambuja Cements Limited and ₹4,100 crore with fellow subsidiary Orient Cement Limited, covering cement, clinker, raw materials trading and financial assistance through inter-corporate deposits.

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ACC Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated January 28, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related party transactions totaling ₹31,600 crore with Ambuja Cements Limited and Orient Cement Limited for Financial Year 2026-27. The notice was communicated to stock exchanges on March 2, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations.
Transaction Details with Ambuja Cements Limited
The company is seeking consolidated approval of ₹27,500 crore for transactions with Ambuja Cements Limited, its holding company:
| Transaction Category: | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MSA Transactions: | ₹22,000 crore | Purchase/sale of cement, clinker, raw materials, power, services |
| Inter-corporate Deposits: | ₹5,500 crore | Financial assistance including interest |
| Total: | ₹27,500 crore | Consolidated approval amount |
The Master Supply Agreement and Master Service Agreement transactions cover purchase and sale of cement, clinker, raw materials related to cement and clinker, Ready-Mix Concrete, power, admixture and building material solutions, aggregates, stores and spares, along with rendering and receiving services, lease arrangements, and reimbursement of expenses.
Transaction Details with Orient Cement Limited
For Orient Cement Limited, a fellow subsidiary, the company seeks approval for ₹4,100 crore in transactions:
| Transaction Category: | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MSA Transactions: | ₹3,000 crore | Similar product and service transactions |
| Inter-corporate Deposits: | ₹1,100 crore | Financial assistance including interest |
| Total: | ₹4,100 crore | Consolidated approval amount |
E-Voting Process and Timeline
The postal ballot will be conducted exclusively through electronic voting, with the following schedule:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, February 27, 2026 |
| E-voting Commencement: | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (9:00 a.m. IST) |
| E-voting End: | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (5:00 p.m. IST) |
| Service Provider: | Central Depository Services (India) Limited |
| Scrutinizer: | Mr. Raimeen Maradiya, Partner, Chirag Shah and Associates |
Financial Context and Rationale
The proposed transactions with Ambuja Cements represent 132.28% of ACC Limited's annual consolidated turnover, while transactions with Orient Cement constitute 19.72% of the company's consolidated turnover for the immediately preceding financial year.
The company has obtained arm's length opinions from independent external firms confirming that the proposed terms meet arm's length testing criteria. The transactions are designed to maximize synergies between group entities, ensure reliable supply chains, optimize logistics, and support business continuity.
Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot notice complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and follows the framework provided under various MCA circulars. The notice is being sent electronically to members whose email addresses are registered with the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited, and the depositories NSDL and CDSL.
The results of the postal ballot will be submitted to stock exchanges within two working days from the conclusion of the e-voting period and will be available on the company's website and CDSL's website.
Historical Stock Returns for Ambuja Cements
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.14% | -5.80% | -17.89% | -27.80% | -17.06% | +48.37% |


































