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IEPF 📋

IEPF Form 5 Filing Guide — How to Claim Shares from IEPF

Complete step-by-step guide to filing IEPF-5 form online for recovering shares and unclaimed dividends transferred to IEPF. Includes document checklist, common mistakes to avoid, and processing timelines.

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Search 🔎

How to Search for Unclaimed Shares & Dividends

Learn how to search the IEPF database, company registers, and depository records to find unclaimed shares and dividends in your name or your family’s name. Includes links to official search portals.

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Legal ⚖️

Transfer vs Transmission of Shares — Key Differences Explained

Understand the crucial difference between transfer and transmission of shares. Learn when each applies, the legal requirements, documents needed, and procedural differences under Indian company law.

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Legal 📜

Succession Certificate for Shares — How to Obtain & Use

A detailed guide on obtaining a succession certificate from the civil court for inheriting shares. Covers eligibility, application procedure, court fees, required documents, timelines, and how companies use it for share transmission.

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Legal 📝

Letter of Administration for Shares — Complete Guide

When there is no will or the will is not probated, a Letter of Administration from the court may be required. This guide covers when it is needed, how to apply, court procedures, documents required, and how to use it for share transmission.

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Legal 📜

Legal Heir Certificate — How to Obtain & Use for Shares

Complete guide on obtaining a legal heir certificate from the tehsildar or SDM office. Covers eligibility, application process, required documents, validity, and how it is used for share transmission and IEPF claims.

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Demat ⚖️

NSDL vs CDSL — Differences Explained

Understand the key differences between India’s two depositories — NSDL and CDSL. Learn about their roles, how they function, charges, and which one to choose for your demat account.

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Basics 📄

Share Certificate Format & Meaning — Complete Breakdown

Learn what a share certificate looks like, the mandatory fields it contains, how to verify its authenticity, and what each section means. Includes sample format and common issues with old certificates.

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Legal 💰

Stamp Duty on Share Transfer — Rates & Rules

Understand stamp duty applicable on transfer and transmission of shares in India. Covers current rates, state-wise variations, exemptions for transmission, and how to calculate and pay stamp duty correctly.

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