Recovery of shares is a legal process that allows shareholders or their legal heirs to reclaim shares and dividends that were transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) due to long periods of non-claim. Such transfers usually happen when investors fail to update bank details, addresses, or remain unaware of dividend declarations. Indian law protects investor ownership rights and permits recovery by filing Form IEPF-5 along with the required documents. Once approved, the sha... moreRecovery of shares is a legal process that allows shareholders or their legal heirs to reclaim shares and dividends that were transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) due to long periods of non-claim. Such transfers usually happen when investors fail to update bank details, addresses, or remain unaware of dividend declarations. Indian law protects investor ownership rights and permits recovery by filing Form IEPF-5 along with the required documents. Once approved, the shares are credited back to the claimant’s demat account and dividends are transferred to the bank account, restoring full ownership and financial benefits. For more information, click the link below:
