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Unclaimed Dividend and Shares: How Investors Can Recover Their Forgotten Assets - kirti80 - 01-07-2026
Unclaimed dividends and shares are a common issue faced by investors who hold physical or demat shares but fail to claim dividends or update their contact and banking details. Over time, unpaid dividends and unclaimed shares may be transferred to statutory authorities as per regulatory guidelines, making recovery more complex but still possible.
Unclaimed dividends and shares usually arise due to a change of address, inactive demat accounts, lost share certificates, or a lack of awareness about corporate actions. In many cases, investors or their legal heirs are unaware that dividends remain unpaid or that shares have been marked as unclaimed by the company.
To recover unclaimed dividends and shares, investors must first identify the concerned company or registrar and verify the claim status. The recovery process generally involves submitting a claim form along with identity proof, address proof, bank details, and demat account information. For deceased shareholders, additional documents such as death certificates, succession or inheritance certificates, and affidavits may be required.
Although the procedure may take time due to verification and compliance requirements, timely action ensures successful recovery. Seeking professional guidance can simplify the process, avoid documentation errors, and reduce delays.
Understanding the process for recovering unclaimed dividend and shares helps investors safeguard their financial rights and ensures that hard-earned investments are not permanently lost.