How can I check if my shares or dividends have been transferred, and what should I do next?
To determine if your shares or dividends have been transferred, you can take the following steps:
Contact your broker or the company’s investor relations department: Reach out to your stockbroker or the investor relations team of the company whose shares you own. For Venus, you can contact our Nodal Officer or simply visit the Investors Page on the website. Through these resources, you can get information about your holdings and clarify whether any of your shares or dividends have been transferred due to inactivity.
Review your account statements: Check your Demat account statements for any notifications regarding unclaimed dividends or shares. Often, companies will send notifications if dividends are unpaid or if shares are about to be transferred.
Visit the official IEPF website: The IEPF has an online portal where you can check if any shares or dividends belonging to you have been transferred. You can use your Folio Number, Demat Account Number, or PAN (Permanent Account Number) to search for your unclaimed amounts. This site will provide a clearer picture of any assets transferred to the fund.
Keep your documentation ready: If you find that your shares or dividends have been transferred, make sure to gather all relevant documents, including identity proof (Aadhaar card, PAN), proof of your shares (like share certificates or previous dividend statements), and bank account details where you wish to receive the funds.
After checking, if you confirm that your shares or dividends have indeed been transferred, you’ll need to proceed with the claims process to reclaim them.
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