Editor’s Note
The board of International Gemmological Institute (India) Limited has declared a second interim dividend and approved a strategic name change, subject to shareholder approval.
International Gemmological Institute (India) Limited’s Board meeting on February 11, 2026 resulted in declaration of second interim dividend of Rs 2.50 per share for 43,21,59,696 equity shares and approval of strategic name change to International Gemological Institute Limited. The company will seek shareholder approval through postal ballot for the name change and related document amendments.
The Board has declared a second interim dividend for the financial year 2025-26, demonstrating the company’s commitment to shareholder returns. The dividend details showcase strong financial performance and cash flow generation.
Parameter: Details
Dividend Amount: Rs 2.50 per equity share
Dividend Percentage: 125%
Total Equity Shares: 43,21,59,696 shares
Face Value: Rs 2/- per share
Record Date: February 17, 2026
Payment Date: On or before March 13, 2026
The dividend payment aligns with the company’s Dividend Distribution Policy and covers the financial year from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. Shareholders holding equity shares as of the record date will be entitled to receive the dividend payment.
The Board has approved a significant corporate rebranding initiative, changing the company name from “International Gemmological Institute (India) Limited” to “International Gemological Institute Limited.” This decision follows receipt of a no-objection and name reservation letter dated January 28, 2026, from the Central Registration Centre.
The name change reflects the company’s strategic positioning and global presence. Key aspects of the proposed change include:
– Removal of “(India)” from the corporate name
– Spelling change from “Gemmological” to “Gemological”
– Enhanced alignment with international branding standards
– Subject to shareholder and statutory authority approvals
The company has approved consequential alterations to its Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association to implement the name change. The amendments cover multiple clauses across both documents as required under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Clause: Current Name / Proposed Name
Title: International Gemmological Institute (India) Limited / International Gemological Institute Limited
Clause I: International Gemmological Institute (India) Limited / International Gemological Institute Limited
The Articles of Association will undergo comprehensive updates across multiple sections. The amendments include changes to the title, introduction, company definition, and dividend-related clauses to ensure complete alignment with the new corporate identity.
Section: Amendment Type
Title: Complete name change
Introduction: Company reference update
Company Definition: Legal entity name revision
Unpaid Dividend Account: Account name modification
The Board meeting was conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The meeting commenced at 9:33 a.m. IST and concluded at 9:47 a.m. IST on February 11, 2026.
Meeting Parameter: Details
Start Time: 9:33 a.m. IST
End Time: 9:47 a.m. IST
BSE Scrip Code: 544311
NSE Symbol: IGIL
CIN: L46591MH1999PLC118476
The Board has approved a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the name change and associated document amendments. This process ensures democratic participation in the corporate transformation while adhering to regulatory requirements. The company will communicate with both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited regarding these developments.
All decisions align with the company’s strategic vision and regulatory obligations, positioning the organization for continued growth and enhanced market presence as a global certification authority. The company maintains its registered office at 702, The Capital, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Mumbai 400 051.
