Duplicate Share Certificate

Reissuance of lost, misplaced, or destroyed physical share certificates.

Overview

Lost your original share certificates? Don't panic. Obtaining a duplicate share certificate is a statutory right of every shareholder. The process has been significantly simplified under SEBI's latest circulars. Folio First Consulting guides you through the entire procedure to restore your proof of ownership swiftly and compliantly.

Who Needs This Service?

Shareholders who have misplaced original certificates.

Individuals whose certificates were destroyed in floods, fire, or transit.

Investors holding torn or mutilated certificates.

Heirs who cannot find the deceased's original papers.

Key Benefits

Restoration of asset value.

Prerequisite for dematerialisation.

Regularization of records with the company.

Peace of mind regarding ownership proof.

Required Documents

Affidavit and Indemnity Bond
KYC Documents of the holder (PAN & Aadhaar)
Signature verification from Bank
Self-attested copy of share certificate (if partial records exist)

Process & Timeline

Company Intimation

Informing the RTA/Company about the loss immediately to stop any transfer.

Documentation

Drafting affidavits and indemnity bonds as required by the company.

Application Submission

Filing the duplicate certificate request form with the RTA.

Verification

The RTA verifies the holder's identity and shareholding records.

Issuance

The company issues a 'Letter of Confirmation' for direct demat credit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I get physical certificates again?

As per SEBI's new circular, companies now issue a 'Letter of Confirmation' to credit shares directly to Demat, not physical certificates.

Q. Is an FIR or newspaper publication required?

No. Under SEBI's simplified process, FIR filing and newspaper publication are no longer mandatory for most lost/misplaced certificate cases. An affidavit and indemnity bond are sufficient.

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