New Delhi: Coal India Limited (CIL), the Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, has officially announced the Record Date for its final dividend for the financial year 2024–25. The Record Date has been fixed as Thursday, 21st August 2025, to determine the eligibility of shareholders for the proposed final dividend.
The Board of Directors of Coal India had earlier, in its meeting held on 7th May 2025, recommended a final dividend of ₹5.15 per equity share, each having a face value of ₹10, for FY 2024–25. This is subject to approval by shareholders at the upcoming 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM).
AGM Scheduled for August 28, 2025
Coal India Limited has released its Integrated Annual Report for FY 2024–25 along with the Notice of AGM. The 51st AGM is scheduled to be held on Thursday, 28th August 2025 at 11:00 AM IST, via Video Conferencing (VC) or Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM), in line with regulatory guidelines for virtual meetings.
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Dividend Payment Timeline
Upon shareholder approval at the AGM, the final dividend of ₹5.15 per share will be disbursed to all eligible shareholders—those holding shares either in dematerialised or physical form as on the Record Date of 21st August 2025.
As per regulatory norms, the dividend, once approved, will be paid within 30 days of AGM approval, ensuring timely benefits to investors.
Market Reaction
On the day of the announcement, shares of Coal India Limited closed higher by 0.97%, ending at ₹376.10 on the BSE, reflecting positive investor sentiment towards the dividend news and the company’s consistent performance.
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Key Highlights:
- Final Dividend Proposed: ₹5.15 per equity share (face value ₹10)
- Record Date: Thursday, 21st August 2025
- AGM Date: Thursday, 28th August 2025 at 11:00 AM IST (via VC/OAVM)
- Dividend Payment Deadline: Within 30 days post AGM approval
- Current Stock Price: ₹376.10 at BSE, up 0.97%
About Coal India Limited
Coal India Limited (CIL) is the world’s largest coal producer and a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Coal. It operates across eight subsidiaries and plays a pivotal role in meeting India’s energy needs. CIL is actively modernising operations and upskilling its workforce to align with the nation’s long-term energy and infrastructure goals.
