Meeting Details

  • Date and Time: Wednesday, 22nd July 2026, at 10:00 A.M. IST.
  • Location and Type: The meeting will be held entirely through Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM). It is the Company's 73rd Annual General Meeting.

Summary of Proposed Resolutions

The AGM will transact the following Ordinary Business through Ordinary Resolutions:

1. Adoption of Financial Statements:

To consider and approve the Audited Financial Statements, including the Consolidated Financial Statements, for the year ended 31st March 2026, along with the Board's and Auditors' Reports.

2. Declaration of Final Dividend:

To declare a final dividend of ₹24 per share (240% on the face value of ₹10) for FY26. This is in addition to an interim dividend of ₹16 per share (160%) already paid, making a total dividend of ₹40 per share (400%) for the financial year 2025-26. The total dividend payout amounts to ₹444.42 crore, to be paid from the profits of FY26.

3. Re-election of Director - Mr. Harsha Viji:

To re-elect Mr. Harsha Viji (DIN: 00602484), a retiring Director liable to retire by rotation.

4. Re-election of Director - Mr. Rajiv C. Lochan:

To re-elect Mr. Rajiv C. Lochan (DIN: 05309534), a retiring Director liable to retire by rotation.

Voting Process and Methods

The voting process is designed to be comprehensive and accessible:

  • Primary Method: Remote e-voting facilitated by Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL).
  • Voting Period: Commences on Friday, 17th July 2026 (9:00 A.M.) and ends on Tuesday, 21st July 2026 (5:00 P.M.).
  • Cut-off Date: The voting rights of members are determined based on their shareholding as of the cut-off date, 15th July 2026.
  • Secondary Method: E-voting during the AGM is available only for members attending the meeting via VC/OAVM who have not already voted remotely.
  • Proxy Appointments: The facility to appoint a proxy has been dispensed with for this AGM held via electronic mode, as per MCA and SEBI permissions.

Scrutinizer's Role

  • The Board of Directors has appointed Mr. T.K. Bhaskar, Partner, H&B Partners, Advocates, Chennai, as the Scrutinizer.
  • His role is to conduct the e-voting process in a fair and transparent manner.
  • He will scrutinize the votes cast and submit a report to the Company.
  • The results of the voting will be announced on the company's website (www.sundaramfinance.in) within 2 working days of the conclusion of the AGM.

Compliance with Laws and Regulations

The Notice confirms compliance with several regulations:

  • Companies Act, 2013: Sections 108, 112, and 113 regarding voting and representation.
  • SEBI LODR Regulations: Regulation 44 concerning providing e-voting facilities and conducting AGMs.
  • MCA Circulars: The notice and meeting procedures follow guidelines from MCA Circulars dated April 8, 2020, April 13, 2020, and May 5, 2020, regarding meetings through electronic mode.
  • SEBI Circular: Adherence to SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD/CIR/P/2020/242 dated 09.12.2020 for providing remote e-voting.
  • Finance Act 2025: Provisions for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) on dividend income are detailed.

Other Relevant Financial and Procedural Information

Dividend Details:

  • Record Date: 6th July 2026 for determining eligibility for the final dividend.
  • Payment Date: The dividend will be paid on or after 23rd July 2026, if declared.
  • Taxation: Dividend income is taxable in the hands of shareholders w.e.f. 1st April 2025. The Company will deduct TDS at prescribed rates if the dividend exceeds ₹10,000. Procedures for submitting Form No. 121 (for resident individuals) and documents for availing Tax Treaty benefits (for non-residents) are provided, with a deadline of 11:59 PM IST on 6th July 2026.

Shareholder Communications:

  • The Notice and Annual Report are being sent only in electronic form to shareholders as of 19th June 2026.
  • Shareholders are urged to update their PAN, nomination, contact details, and bank account details for seamless dividend processing. SEBI has mandated electronic dividend payments for folios where these details are not updated.

Virtual Meeting Instructions:

  • Detailed, step-by-step instructions are provided for shareholders to access remote e-voting and join the virtual AGM, differentiated for those holding shares in demat mode (via CDSL/NSDL) and physical mode (via CDSL's platform).
  • A process for shareholders to register as speakers or submit queries via email before the meeting is outlined (from 14th July 9:00 AM to 17th July 5:00 PM).

Names and Roles of Signatories

The Notice is signed by:

  • P N Srikant, CCO & Company Secretary, on behalf of the Board of Directors.
  • The sign-off includes the place (Chennai 600 002) and date (25.05.2026).