Finding lost shares can be confusing, especially when the original investment was made by a parent, grandparent, or another family member many years ago. If you have an old shareholder certificate, the first step is to gather all available information from the certificate, including the shareholder's name, company name, certificate number, distinctive numbers and folio number, if available.
1. Check the Shareholder Details
Start by checking the details printed on the shareholder certificate. Even if the certificate is old or the shareholder has passed away, these details can help identify the company, folio and original investment records.
2. Check Whether the Shares Are Unclaimed
If dividends have not been received for several years, the shares may have become unclaimed. In this scenario Swasam Investments comes in the picture. We can check the relevant company records and available IEPF unclaimed shares information to determine whether the investment has been transferred to the IEPF.
3. Check for IEPF Transfer
If the shares have been transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund, an eligible shareholder or legal heir may need to follow the prescribed IEPF claim process. The requirements can vary depending on whether the original shareholder is living, deceased, or whether multiple legal heirs are involved. We will check all legal ways to get your IEPF Claim.
4. Verify the Available Records
The recovery process may require verification of ownership, succession documents, KYC and other supporting records. In cases involving a lost certificate, name mismatch, deceased shareholder or multiple heirs, additional documentation may be required. This is long and time consuming process for people, but Swasam Investments made it easy, we will arrange and manage everything on your behalf.
5. Start the Recovery Process
Once the available details and ownership documents have been reviewed by us, the appropriate IEPF claim or non-IEPF recovery process can be determined. The objective is to help trace the investment and, where eligible, complete the required formalities for recovery and dematerialisation.
If you have found an old shareholder certificate and are unsure where the shares are today, Swasam Investments can help you understand the available records and recovery process.
Our team can review the available details and guide you through the appropriate next steps, including the IEPF claim process where applicable.