National fertilizers Limited has transferred 6,191 equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) Authority in compliance with regulatory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013. The transfer represents a mandatory corporate action undertaken by the government-owned fertilizer company.
Regulatory Compliance Transfer
The share transfer was executed in accordance with Section 124(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016. This regulatory framework mandates companies to transfer unclaimed dividends and corresponding shares to the IEPF Authority after specified time periods.
Transfer Details: Information Total Shares Transferred: 6,191 equity shares Transfer Method: National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) Regulatory Framework: Section 124(6) of Companies Act, 2013 Notification Date: April 01, 2026
Corporate Communication
National Fertilizers Limited formally notified both major stock exchanges about the share transfer through official correspondence dated April 01, 2026. The company informed the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited about this regulatory compliance action, ensuring transparency in corporate governance practices.
The notification was signed by Company Secretary Ashok Jha and sent from the company's corporate office located at A-11, Sector-24, Noida-201301, Uttar Pradesh. As a Navratna company and government of India undertaking, National Fertilizers Limited maintains strict adherence to regulatory compliance requirements.
IEPF Transfer Process
The entire transfer of 6,191 equity shares was processed through National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), one of India's premier depositories. This electronic transfer mechanism ensures secure and efficient movement of shares to the IEPF Authority, maintaining proper records and audit trails for regulatory purposes.
The transfer to IEPF Authority serves the broader objective of investor protection and education, with the fund being utilized for promoting investor awareness and safeguarding investor interests in the securities market.
National fertilizers Limited has received credit rating affirmation from India Ratings & Research, maintaining its strong financial standing in the fertilizer sector. The company informed stock exchanges about the rating affirmation on March 27, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Credit Rating Details
India Ratings & Research has affirmed National Fertilizers Limited's credit ratings across multiple financial instruments. The rating agency maintained its assessment of the company's creditworthiness with stable outlook indicators.
Instrument Type Rating Limit (₹ million) Rating Outlook Rating Action Bank loan Facilities (Fund Based Limit) 90,000.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ Affirmed Bank loan Facilities (Non-Fund Based Limit) 96,000.00 IND A1+ Affirmed Commercial Paper 40,000.00 IND A1+ Affirmed
Banking Facility Distribution
The company's banking facilities are distributed across multiple leading financial institutions, ensuring diversified funding sources. The fund-based working capital limits are spread across various banks with State Bank of India providing the largest facility.
Fund-Based Working Capital Facilities
Bank Name Outstanding Amount (₹ million) Rating State Bank of India 30,000.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ Punjab National Bank 25,600.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ Bank of India 15,750.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ Union Bank of India 10,000.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ IndusInd Bank Limited 4,250.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ HDFC Bank Limited 1,250.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ IDBI Bank 1,250.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+ ICICI Bank 200.00 IND AA/Stable/IND A1+
Non-Fund Based Working Capital Facilities
Bank Name Outstanding Amount (₹ million) Rating ICICI Bank 28,550.00 IND A1+ IndusInd Bank Limited 20,350.00 IND A1+ State Bank of India 20,000.00 IND A1+ Axis Bank Limited 10,000.00 IND A1+ Union Bank of India 10,000.00 IND A1+ IDBI Bank 3,750.00 IND A1+
Commercial Paper Program
India Ratings also affirmed the company's commercial paper program rating at IND A1+ for instruments worth ₹40,000 million. The commercial paper program has a maturity period ranging from 7 to 365 days, providing the company with flexible short-term funding options.
Regulatory Compliance
The rating affirmation was formally communicated to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited on March 27, 2026. Company Secretary Ashok Jha signed the regulatory filing, ensuring compliance with stock exchange disclosure requirements. The communication included detailed annexures providing comprehensive breakup of all rated facilities across different banking partners.
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