Vedanta Interim Dividend Record Date on Mar 28: What It Means for Shareholders?

Vedanta has set Mar 28, 2026, as the record date for its first interim dividend for FY26. On Mar 23, 2026, Vedanta board recommended an interim dividend of ₹11 per share. 

Vedanta said in an exchange filing, “The Board of Directors of Vedanta Limited (the “Company”), at its meeting held today i.e. Monday, March 23, 2026, has considered and approved the Third Interim Dividend of ₹ 11/- per equity share on face value of ₹ 1/- per equity share for the Financial Year 2025-26 amounting to c.₹ 4,300 Crores. As intimated earlier, the record date for the purpose of payment of dividend shall be Saturday, March 28, 2026, and the interim dividend shall be duly paid within the stipulated timelines as prescribed under law.” 

What Does Vedanta Dividend Record Date Mean for Shareholders?

As Vedanta has set Mar 28 as the record date for its interim dividend, meaning that Mar 27, marks the last day to buy Vedanta shares to become eligible for the interim dividend. Further, any shares bought on or after Mar 28 (record date), won't be eligible for the interim dividend due to T+1 settlement rule.

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Vedanta Q3FY26 Earnings Highlights

Vedanta delivered a stellar performance in 3QFY26, reporting its highest-ever quarterly revenue of ₹45,899 crore, reflecting a robust growth of 19% year-on-year (YoY) and 17% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). EBITDA surged to a record ₹15,171 crore, up 34% YoY and 31% QoQ, while profit after tax (PAT) reached an all-time high of ₹7,807 crore, marking an impressive increase of 60% YoY and a remarkable 124% QoQ. 

The company achieved its second-highest EBITDA margin of 41%, expanding by 629 basis points YoY and 512 basis points QoQ. Return on Capital Employed remained strong at 27%, improving 296 basis points YoY, underscoring efficient capital utilization. Net debt stood at ₹60,624 crore, translating into a net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 1.23x, significantly lower than 1.40x in 3QFY25. Both CRISIL and ICRA reaffirmed Vedanta’s credit rating at AA/Watch with Developing Implications following the NCLT-approved demerger, reflecting the company’s solid financial position and resilient operational performance.

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