Tera Software Limited Announces Postal Ballot for Independent Director Appointment
Tera Software Limited has announced a postal ballot through remote e-voting from February 24 to March 25, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for appointing Mr. Veera Brahma Rao Arekapudi as Independent Director for five years. Mr. Arekapudi, a seasoned banking professional with over 33 years at State Bank of India and former NCLT Member, was initially appointed as Additional Independent Director on February 10, 2026. The company has engaged KFin Technologies Limited as e-voting service provider, with February 20, 2026 as the cut-off date for eligible shareholders, and results to be declared by March 27, 2026.

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Tera Software Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Veera Brahma Rao Arekapudi as an Independent Director. The company's Board of Directors approved the postal ballot conduct at their meeting held on February 10, 2026, in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
E-Voting Schedule and Process
The remote e-voting process will be conducted exclusively through electronic mode, with KFin Technologies Limited serving as the e-voting service provider. The company has established a comprehensive timeline for the voting process:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| E-voting Commencement: | February 24, 2026, 10:00 AM (IST) |
| E-voting Conclusion: | March 25, 2026, 05:00 PM (IST) |
| Cut-off Date: | February 20, 2026 |
| Results Declaration: | On or before March 27, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer: | M/s RPR & Associates (Mr. Y. Ravi Prasada Reddy) |
Shareholders whose names appear on the Register of Members or Register of Beneficial Owners as of the cut-off date will be eligible to participate in the voting process. The company will send the postal ballot notice only through electronic mode to members with registered email addresses.
Proposed Director Appointment
The postal ballot seeks approval for appointing Mr. Veera Brahma Rao Arekapudi (DIN: 07540040) as an Independent Director for a term of five consecutive years, commencing from February 10, 2026 to February 9, 2031. Mr. Arekapudi was initially appointed as an Additional Independent Director by the Board on February 10, 2026, based on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee's recommendation.
Director's Professional Background
Mr. Arekapudi brings extensive experience in banking and financial services to the Board:
| Qualification: | Details |
|---|---|
| Age: | 68 years (born October 20, 1957) |
| Education: | Master's in Commerce, MBA in Finance, CAIIB |
| Previous Role: | General Manager, State Bank of India (33+ years) |
| NCLT Experience: | Member (Technical), National Company Law Tribunal (2019-2022) |
| Current Directorships: | Steel Exchange India Limited, Samprada Finlaw Private Limited |
His professional credentials include postgraduate diplomas in Securities Law and Alternate Dispute Resolution, registration as an Insolvency Professional with IBBI, and advanced leadership training from institutions including IIM Kolkata and Wharton Business School. During his SBI tenure, he also served as CEO of Trust Exchange Company, Doha, Qatar for four years.
Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
The company has received all necessary documentation from Mr. Arekapudi, including consent to act as Director in Form DIR-2, declaration of non-disqualification under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013, declaration of independence, and confirmation of registration in the Independent Directors' Databank. The appointment requires shareholder approval through a Special Resolution as mandated by the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR Regulations.
Voting Access and Results
Shareholders holding shares in both demat and physical form can participate through the e-voting platform. The postal ballot notice is available on the company's website at www.terasoftwre.com , stock exchange websites, and KFin Technologies' portal. Results will be displayed at the company's registered office in Hyderabad, published on the company website, and communicated to stock exchanges where the company's equity shares are listed.
Historical Stock Returns for Tera Software
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.35% | +6.78% | +9.46% | +41.11% | +103.97% | +955.84% |

































