HB Portfolio Limited has announced the opening of a special window for shareholders to re-lodge transfer requests and dematerialise physical securities. This initiative addresses previously rejected or unprocessed share transfer requests, providing investors with a fresh opportunity to complete their transactions.

Special Window Details

The special window will remain operational for a full year, providing ample time for eligible shareholders to complete their requirements:

Eligibility and Scope

The special window specifically caters to transfer requests that encountered issues in previous processing attempts. Eligible cases include:

• Transfer requests that were rejected due to document deficiencies
• Applications returned for process-related issues
• Requests not attended due to various other reasons
• Physical securities requiring dematerialisation

All eligible requests must pertain to shares that were sold or purchased before April 1, 2019, as specified in the SEBI circular.

Public Notification

HB Portfolio Limited has ensured widespread awareness of this initiative through comprehensive public notification. The company published detailed advertisements in Business Standard newspapers on February 14, 2026, covering both English and Hindi editions to reach a broader investor base.

Documentation and Access

Shareholders can access complete information about the special window through multiple channels. The company has made all relevant advertisements and details available on its official website at www.hbportfolio.com . This ensures that investors have easy access to the necessary information and requirements for utilizing the special window facility.

The initiative represents HB Portfolio Limited's commitment to resolving pending share transfer issues and facilitating the dematerialisation process for eligible shareholders, in compliance with current regulatory requirements.

HB Portfolio Limited (HBPL) has announced and paid an interim dividend of Re. 1 per equity share for the financial year 2025-26, as declared by the company's Board of Directors. The dividend, representing 10% of the face value of Rs. 10 per share, was paid on December 5, 2025, in electronic mode to shareholders with updated KYC details.

Dividend Declaration and Payment Details

KYC Compliance and Withheld Payments

The company has withheld dividend payments for shareholders whose KYC details are incomplete in the company records. These withheld dividends will be released in electronic mode only after the requisite KYC details are updated. The company dispatched intimation letters on December 15, 2025, to affected shareholders regarding the withheld payments.

Required KYC Documentation

Shareholders with incomplete KYC must provide the following documents to receive their dividend:

Document Submission Process

Shareholders can update their KYC details through the Registrar & Share Transfer Agent (RTA), RCMC Share Registry Private Limited, using any of the following modes:

1. Web Portal: Submit documents through http://services.rcmcdelhi.com/login
2. Post: Send hard copies of self-attested documents to B-25/1, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase-II, New Delhi-110020
3. Electronic Mode: Submit documents with e-sign through registered email ID

Tax Implications and Compliance

HBPL has outlined detailed tax deduction procedures for shareholders:

Resident Shareholders:

• Tax deducted at 10% for valid PAN holders
• 20% tax rate for invalid or non-PAN holders
• No tax deduction for individual residents if total dividend for FY 2025-26 doesn't exceed Rs. 10,000

Non-Resident Shareholders:

• Standard rate of 20% plus applicable surcharge and cess
• Beneficial rates under Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) available with proper documentation

This dividend payment reflects HBPL's commitment to delivering value to shareholders while ensuring regulatory compliance. Shareholders with incomplete KYC are advised to update their records promptly to receive their withheld dividend payments.