Investors have a final chance today, January 28, 2026, to buy shares of Zensar Technologies and IIFL Finance to be eligible for their declared interim dividends, according to reports from The Economic Times. Thursday, January 29, 2026, marks the ex-dividend date for these companies, meaning shares purchased on or after this date will not carry dividend rights. The record date, used to determine eligible shareholders, is typically the same as the ex-dividend date except when the record date falls on a market holiday.
Zensar Technologies has declared an interim dividend of 120%, translating to ₹2.4 per share, while IIFL Finance has announced a 200% interim dividend, amounting to ₹4 per share, as reported by The Economic Times. These dividend declarations are part of a broader trend, with several other companies also rewarding shareholders this season. To receive these dividends, shareholders must ensure that they purchase the stock before the ex-dividend date.
According to The Economic Times, seven companies will see their shares turn ex-dividend on January 29, 2026. Automobile Corporation of Goa offers an interim dividend of 50% at ₹5 per share. India Motor Parts & Accessories provides the highest payout with an interim dividend of 100% at ₹10 per share. Jindal Stainless declares 50% interim dividend at ₹1 per share, while Orient Electric announces 75% at ₹0.75 per share. Shanthi Gears offers 300% interim dividend at ₹3 per share.
