Kolkata: As many as five companies are set to distribute dividends next month. Dividends have a special place in he hearts of investors and their importance has probably gone up in this season of prolonged volatility in the markets. In such a situation, dividend gifts may provide some relief. Have a closer look at the companies that are paying dividends and whether you own any of these shares.
Castrol India
The company has declared a final dividend of Rs 5.25 per share for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025. It is part of the global brand Castrol and BP Group, a leading player in the lubricants market in India. It has fixed March 23, 2026 as its record date. The company has previously issued interim dividends. Since 2000, it has paid dividends as many as 53 times.
SBI Life Insurance Company
The company has declared an interim dividend of Rs 2.7 per share for the financial year 2025-26. The record date is March 6, 2026. It is one of India’s leading private life insurance companies and a joint venture between the country’s biggest bank SBI and BNP Paribas Cardif.
Engineers India
This Navaratna company is declaring its second interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26. The record date is March 6, 2026. The company provides EPC services in the hydrocarbon and infrastructure sectors.
Naperol Investments
At its board meeting on February 25, 2026, the company declared an interim dividend of Rs 3 per share. The record date is March 4, 2026. The company has a strong dividend track record and is an investment company associated with the Wadia Group.
Eighty Jewellers
The company has declared an interim dividend of Re 0.1 per share. The record date is March 7, 2026. This is its first dividend since listing in April 2022. The company is active in the gold, silver, and diamond jewelry business.
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