Date: 4th July, 2026 (Communication sent to shareholders on 3rd July, 2026)

Dividend Declaration

  • Board of Directors recommended a dividend of ₹10 (100%) per equity share (face value ₹10) for FY ended March 31, 2026 at meeting held on 28th May, 2026.
  • Dividend payment is subject to approval at the 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM).
  • Dividend will be paid within 30 days from declaration date to equity shareholders as on record date.

TDS Compliance Requirements

Shareholder Documentation Deadline: August 17, 2026

All shareholders must update the following details through their depository participant (dematerialized shares) or with Registrar and Transfer Agent (physical shares):

  • Residential status (Resident/Non-Resident) for FY 2026-27
  • Valid Permanent Account Number (PAN)
  • Aadhaar number (for individual shareholders)
  • Category of shareholders (from specified list including Mutual Funds, Insurance Companies, AIFs, FPIs, Individuals, HUF, etc.)
  • Email ID, Address, Contact number, Bank account details

TDS Rates and Conditions

Resident Shareholders:
  • 0% TDS if aggregate dividend during tax year 2026-27 does not exceed ₹10,000 for individuals
  • 10% TDS for other resident shareholders with valid PAN
  • 20% TDS if valid PAN not provided or PAN not linked with Aadhaar
  • Form No. 121 (replacing Forms 15G/15H) required for nil/lower deduction
Non-Resident Shareholders:
  • Default withholding rate: 20% plus applicable surcharge and cess
  • DTAA benefits available with submission of:
  • PAN card (if allotted)
  • Valid Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) for 2026-27
  • Electronically filed Form 41
  • Self-declaration of treaty eligibility
  • SEBI registration certificate (for FIIs/FPIs)

Special Categories with Nil/Lower TDS:

  • Insurance Companies: Declaration under Section 393(4) with registration certificate and PAN
  • Mutual Funds: Declaration under Schedule VII with registration documents and PAN
  • AIFs (Category I/II): Declaration of exemption under Schedule V with registration documents
  • New Pension System Trust: Declaration with supporting documentary evidence
  • Recognized Provident/Superannuation/Gratuity Funds: Self-declaration with PAN and CIT approval
  • Government, RBI, certain corporations: No TDS required under Section 393(5)

General Provisions:

  • Lower withholding certificates under Section 395 accepted for both resident and non-resident shareholders
  • All documents must be uploaded to KFin Technologies Limited at https://ris.kfintech.com/form15 by August 17, 2026
  • TDS certificates will be emailed to registered email IDs post dividend payment
  • TDS amount will reflect in Form 168 (formerly Form 26AS) on Income Tax Portal

Dividend Payment Method:

  • Electronic payment only for all shareholders
  • Physical shareholders must submit PAN, nomination (optional), contact details, bank account details, and specimen signature
  • Shareholders must update bank account details in demat accounts or physical folios for direct credit

Key Dates and Contacts

  • Record Date: To be announced
  • AGM Date: To be announced
  • Registrar & Transfer Agent: KFin Technologies Limited
  • Company Website: www.dfpcl.com
  • Investor Grievance Email: investorgrievance@dfpcl.com