Several companies have announced dividend payouts, making them important for investors looking to earn passive income. Shares of Hindustan Aeronautics, Coal India, Oil India, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, and Natco Pharma are among 23 stocks that will trade ex-dividend on February 18, 2026.
The ex-dividend date is the day when a stock starts trading without the right to receive the declared dividend. Investors must hold the shares in their demat account before this date to qualify for the payout, depending on the company’s record date.
Among all companies, Hindustan Aeronautics has declared the highest interim dividend of ₹35 per share, with February 18 set as the record date.
It is followed by Torrent Pharmaceuticals, which announced ₹29 per share, and Coal India with a dividend of ₹5.50 per share, both sharing the same record date.
Other notable dividends include:
| Company | Ex-Date | Dividend | Record Date |
| Ashiana Housing | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹1.00 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| AVT Natural Products | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹0.35 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Bhansali Engineering Polymers | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹1.00 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Bharat Forge | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹2.00 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Bhaskar Agrochemicals | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹1.00 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Bliss GVS Pharma | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹0.50 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Brisk Technovision | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹1.40 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| CMS Info Systems | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹2.75 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Coal India | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹5.50 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Goodluck India | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹3.00 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| G R Infraprojects | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹2.50 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Hindustan Aeronautics | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹35.00 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Honda India Power Products | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹3.50 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Indraprastha Gas | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹3.25 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| IRB Infrastructure Developers | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹0.07 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| MSTC | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹7.60 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Natco Pharma | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹1.50 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Oil India | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹7.00 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Oil and Natural Gas Corporation | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹6.25 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Precision Wires India | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹0.35 | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Premco Global | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹2.00 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| Torrent Pharmaceuticals | Feb 18, 2026 | ₹29.00 | Feb 19, 2026 |
Also Read: Best PSU Stocks in India in February 2026!
Buying a stock before the ex-dividend date makes an investor eligible for the announced dividend. However, share prices often adjust after the ex-date, so investors should consider overall fundamentals and long-term value rather than only the dividend payout.
Dividend announcements from major companies like Hindustan Aeronautics, Coal India, and ONGC are drawing attention ahead of the February 18 ex-dividend date. While dividends provide steady income, careful stock selection and long-term strategy remain essential for successful investing.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a private recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.
Published on: Feb 17, 2026, 9:49 AM IST
Kusum Kumari
Kusum Kumari is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience in simplifying financial market concepts. Currently crafting insightful content at Angel One, She specialise in breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand pieces, blending expertise in market fundamentals and technical analysis.
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