ITC Dividend Payout Starts Tomorrow: ₹6.50 Per Share to Be Paid Feb 26–28

ITC Limited has declared an interim dividend of ₹6.50 per ordinary share of ₹1 each for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. The announcement highlights the company’s continued focus on rewarding shareholders through consistent cash returns.

Record Date & Payment Timeline

The company has fixed Wednesday, February 4, 2026, as the record date to determine eligible shareholders. Investors whose names appear in the company’s records as of this date will be entitled to receive the interim dividend.

The dividend payout will be made between Thursday, February 26, 2026, and Saturday, February 28, 2026. The amount will either be credited directly to shareholders’ bank accounts (for demat holders) or dispatched through other approved payment modes.

How Much Will Investors Receive?

For instance, if an investor holds 100 shares of ITC as of the record date, the total dividend payout would be ₹650 (100 × ₹6.50), before applicable taxes such as TDS, if any.

ITC Reports Steady Growth Across Segments

ITC reported a steady financial performance on both consolidated and standalone bases, driven by momentum across key business segments. 

On a consolidated basis, gross revenue rose 7.1% year-on-year, supported by double-digit growth in the FMCG-Others segment, which expanded 12.6%, and sustained traction in the Cigarettes business with 8.2% growth. 

Profit before tax (before exceptional items) increased 8.8% YoY, while profit after tax (before exceptional items) grew 9.9% YoY. The company also witnessed robust contributions from group entities, including ITC Infotech India Limited, Surya Nepal Pvt. Ltd., and ITC Hotels Limited. 

On a standalone basis, gross revenue grew 6.3% YoY, with overall EBITDA rising 7.6% YoY. Excluding the Paper segment, EBITDA growth stood at 8.3%, while EBITDA margin improved 50 basis points to 35.1%. Standalone PAT (before exceptional items) increased 6.8% YoY.

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Conclusion

ITC’s interim dividend declaration reinforces its shareholder-friendly capital allocation strategy. With a clearly defined record date and payout window, eligible investors can expect timely receipt of their dividend proceeds later this month.

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