Coal India Declares ₹5.50 Interim Dividend for FY26; Details Tax Implications
The declaration of a dividend directly impacts the shareholders' financial returns. The communication also outlines critical tax implications and processes, requiring shareholder action to avoid higher deductions, thus having a high financial and procedural impact.
The declaration of an interim dividend provides a direct financial benefit to shareholders, indicating a positive financial performance and commitment to shareholder returns.
* Coal India Limited's Board of Directors declared a First Interim Dividend of ₹5.50 per equity share (face value ₹10) for the Financial Year 2025-26. * The Record Date for determining eligible shareholders for the dividend payment is Wednesday, 6th August 2025. * As per the Income Tax Act, 1961, dividend income is taxable in the hands of shareholders, and the company will deduct Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). * For resident shareholders, a 10% TDS will apply, with exemptions for dividend income not exceeding ₹10,000 or upon submission of Form 15G/15H under specified eligibility conditions. * For non-resident shareholders, a 20% TDS (plus applicable surcharge and cess) will be deducted, or a lower rate as per the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (Tax Treaty) if valid documents like Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) and electronically generated Form 10F are submitted. * Shareholders are advised to ensure their Aadhaar is linked with PAN to avoid a higher TDS rate of 20% under Section 206AA. * A dedicated web portal, https://taxportal.coalindia.in, is available from Friday, 1st August 2025, till Thursday, 7th August 2025, for submitting all tax-related documents (e.g., Forms 15G/15H, PAN, TRC). * TDS certificates for dividend payments will be available for download exclusively on this portal and will not be mailed separately.
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