Bengaluru: State-owned defence major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced a strong shareholder reward, recommending a final dividend of ₹10 per equity share for the financial year 2025–26. The announcement was made following a board meeting held on Monday, June 29, 2026.
The company also approved the appointment of M/s Murthy & Co. LLP as its new Cost Auditor for the financial year 2026–27.
₹10 Per Share Dividend Announcement
HAL’s board has recommended a final dividend of ₹10 per equity share having a face value of ₹5. This translates into a 200% dividend payout, reflecting a strong financial performance for the year.
However, the dividend is subject to approval by shareholders at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). Once approved, the payout will be credited to eligible shareholders within 30 days of the AGM.
Key Dividend Details
- Dividend per share: ₹10
- Face value: ₹5 per share
- Dividend type: Final dividend for FY 2025–26
- Payout ratio: 200%
- Record date: August 14, 2026
- Approval required: Yes, at AGM
- Payment timeline: Within 30 days after AGM approval
The record date of August 14, 2026, will determine shareholder eligibility for receiving the dividend.
Board Meeting Highlights
The HAL board meeting began at 10:00 AM and concluded at 12:30 PM, lasting approximately two and a half hours. According to the company’s official stock exchange filing with BSE and NSE, two major decisions were taken:
- Recommendation of the final dividend for FY26
- Approval of a new Cost Auditor appointment for FY27
The disclosure was made under the authority of the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, Shailesh Bansal.
Murthy & Co. LLP Appointed as Cost Auditor
The board has appointed M/s Murthy & Co. LLP, Cost and Management Accountants, as the Cost Auditor for the financial year 2026–27.
Founded in 2012, the firm specializes in cost audits, implementation of costing systems, internal audits, bank reviews, and maintenance of cost records. It has experience working with several government-owned enterprises as well as listed private companies.
What This Means for Investors
The strong dividend recommendation highlights HAL’s stable earnings and consistent cash generation, reinforcing investor confidence in the defence PSU. A 200% dividend payout is generally viewed as a positive signal, indicating healthy profitability and shareholder-friendly capital allocation.
About Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited is a leading Indian public sector aerospace and defence company headquartered in Bengaluru. It is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft, helicopters, avionics, and related aerospace systems. HAL plays a crucial role in strengthening India’s defence capabilities and is one of the country’s most important defence PSUs under the Ministry of Defence.
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