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IEPF Claim

Your trusted partner for investor recovery — enabling end-to-end claim and recovery of shares, dividends, and other amounts transferred to IEPF.

Overview

The Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) is a specialized fund established by the Government of India to safeguard unclaimed investor assets. Under the Companies Act, 2013, dividends, shares, and matured deposits that remain unclaimed for seven consecutive years are transferred to the IEPF Authority. However, these assets are not lost; original investors, joint holders, or legal heirs can reclaim them through a structured legal process.

Bizmint provides expert end-to-end IEPF recovery services. We assist in identifying unclaimed shares, preparing the mandatory IEPF Form-5, drafting indemnity bonds, and coordinating with company Nodal Officers and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). Our goal is to ensure your shares are credited back to your Demat account and dividends are recovered to your bank account with minimal hassle.

Key Benefits

Lost Investment Recovery

Track and reclaim your hard-earned investments that were transferred to the government due to being unclaimed.

Reclaim Share Ownership

Regain full legal ownership and voting rights by transferring your shares back from the IEPF Authority.

Unclaimed Dividend Credit

Recover all accumulated dividends that have been lying unclaimed for years directly into your bank account.

Legal Heir Settlement

Simplified recovery process for nominees and legal heirs in cases where the original investor is deceased.

Financial Asset Protection

Secure your financial future by consolidating and reclaiming assets that might have been forgotten or lost.

Expert Documentation

Our specialists handle the complex drafting of indemnity bonds and affidavits required for a successful claim.

Eligibility Requirements

Ensure your business meets these basic criteria for a smooth registration process.

Original Investors whose assets are transferred to IEPF
Joint Holders of the specified shares/dividends
Legal Heirs and Nominees (in case of deceased investors)
Applicants with valid PAN & KYC compliance
Active Demat Account holders (required for share credit)
Assets must have been unclaimed for 7+ consecutive years

Expert Tip

Having all directors present in India is not mandatory, but at least one director must be a resident of India (stayed in India for 182+ days).

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready to fast-track your application.

Personal Records

  • PAN Card of the applicant
  • Aadhaar Card (linked with mobile)
  • Proof of Address (Electricity bill/Passport)

Investment Proof

  • Original Share Certificates or Entitlement Letter
  • Old Dividend Warrants or Proof of Investment
  • Client Master List (CML) of Demat Account

Legal Annexures

  • Notarized Indemnity Bond on non-judicial stamp paper
  • Affidavit for recovery of shares/dividends
  • Death Certificate (for legal heir claims)

Financial Proof

  • Cancelled Cheque from an active bank account
  • Self-attested copy of Bank Passbook/Statement

Registration Process

Our seamless digital-first approach ensures completion in the fastest possible time.

Estimated Timeline1-3 Months
01

Asset Identification

Verifying the exact quantity of shares and dividends transferred to IEPF from the company records.

02

Eligibility Review

Assessing the documentation requirements, particularly for complex scenarios like name changes or legal heirs.

03

Form-5 Preparation

Drafting the comprehensive IEPF Form-5 and compiling the necessary legal affidavits and indemnity bonds.

04

Online Filing

Formal submission of the claim application on the official Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) portal.

05

Company Verification

Liaising with the company's Nodal Officer for internal verification and submission of the verification report.

06

Authority Processing

Following up with the IEPF Authority for final technical review and resolution of any clarification requests.

07

Share & Cash Recovery

Monitoring the final transfer of shares to your Demat and the credit of dividends directly to your bank account.

08

Claim Completion

Final closure of the file once all identified assets have been successfully restored to the investor.

Strict adherence to the Companies Act, 2013 provisions
Filing of accurate and verified IEPF Form-5 data
Submission of original physical documents to the Nodal Officer
Compliance with statutory verification timelines by the Company
Regular tracking and responding to MCA portal queries

Mandatory Compliance

Staying compliant is crucial for your company's good standing. Non-compliance may lead to penalties and director disqualification.

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Why Choose Bizmint?

We combine professional expertise with technology to provide the best-in-class incorporation experience.

MCA Compliance Specialists
Investment Recovery Experts
Error-Free Legal Documentation
Dedicated Relationship Manager
Proven Success in Legal Heir Claims
Regular Status Update Reports

FAQs

Common questions about IEPF Claim

Recover Your Unclaimed Assets

Don't let your hard-earned investments stay unclaimed. Reclaim your shares and dividends today with Bizmint's expert IEPF recovery services.