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Shares or dividends moved to IEPF? You can still get them back.IEPF claim · IEPF refund · How to claim shares from IEPF
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Good to know
Why shares go to IEPF
When dividends go unclaimed for seven years in a row, the company must transfer both the dividends and the shares to the government's IEPF.
It usually happens because of a change of address, a name mismatch, or a shareholder passing away. The shares are not lost. They're held safely, and the rightful owner can claim them back.
Only looking for missed dividends? See unclaimed dividend recovery. Living abroad? See share recovery for NRIs.
What you get back
- Your original shares
- Bonus shares and splits added since then
- Dividends that piled up over the years
How we do it
How We Claim Your Shares From IEPF, in Four Steps
- 01ConfirmWe check the IEPF records and the company's lists to confirm which shares and dividends were transferred.
- 02Entitlement letterWe submit your documents to the company or its registrar and obtain the Entitlement Letter.
- 03File IEPF-5We file Form IEPF-5 online and send the signed claim to the company for verification.
- 04CreditOnce IEPF approves the claim, shares reach your demat account and dividends your bank.
What you'll need
PAN, Aadhaar, a cancelled cheque, demat account details, and share certificates or any old dividend letter.
Missing some papers? That's common. Tell us what you have and we'll find a way.
Honest timeline
In our cases, each stage takes anywhere from 45 days to 6 months, depending on the company, its registrar and the IEPF Authority. You'll get a WhatsApp update every month.
Clear quote, no surprises
Free check. You'll get a clear written quote before any work begins, with no obligation.
Living abroad? We handle NRI cases too.
The full process
How to Claim Shares From IEPF: The Process Explained
Under Section 124 of the Companies Act, 2013, a company must transfer shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) when dividends on them stay unclaimed for seven consecutive years. The unpaid dividends go with them. The shareholder, or their legal heirs, can claim everything back. There is no time limit.
Step 1: Check whether the shares went to IEPF
Search by the shareholder's name on iepf.gov.in, and check the IEPF transfer lists most companies publish in the investor section of their website. The company's registrar can confirm the folio and the number of shares transferred, including bonus shares and splits added since. Our company-wise guides list the registrar for each company.
Step 2: Get the Entitlement Letter from the company
The claimant applies to the company's IEPF Nodal Officer or its registrar with identity proof, proof of holding and bank and demat details. Once the company verifies these, it issues an Entitlement Letter. Legal heirs first complete transmission.
Step 3: File Form IEPF-5 online
Form IEPF-5 is filed on the MCA portal using the details in the Entitlement Letter. Filing generates an acknowledgement with an SRN, an indemnity bond and an advance receipt.
Step 4: Send the signed claim to the company
The signed form, indemnity bond, advance receipt, Entitlement Letter and supporting documents go to the company's Nodal Officer, in an envelope marked “Claim for refund from IEPF Authority”.
Step 5: Company verification and IEPF approval
The company sends an e-verification report to the IEPF Authority. After approval, shares are credited to the claimant's demat account and dividends to their bank account.
Our Form IEPF-5 guide has the full document checklist, how to check IEPF claim status, and the six reasons claims get stuck in real cases.
Sources: Section 124 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the IEPF Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016.
FAQ
Common Questions About IEPF Claims
My claim was rejected earlier. Can you help?
Yes. Rejected claims can be corrected and filed again. Send us the rejection letter.
The shares are in my late father's name.
Legal heirs can claim. The shares are first transmitted to you, then claimed from IEPF.
Do I need a demat account?
Yes. If you don't have one, we'll help you open it.
I live abroad. Can you still help?
Yes. We handle the claim in India and guide you on getting documents signed, notarised and apostilled where you live. You don't need to travel.
How much does it cost?
Every case is different. After the free check, we send a written quote based on your documents and the work involved. You decide whether to go ahead. See how our fees work.
Reviewed by Dinesh Gupta, Compliance Officer (12+ years in securities markets) · Last updated
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