Investors looking to earn a hefty dividend from Abbott India Ltd have only a short window left.
The pharmaceutical company has announced a total dividend of Rs 656 per share for FY26, and today is the last day to buy the stock and qualify for the payout.
The company has fixed July 24, 2026, as the record date to identify eligible shareholders.
Since Indian markets follow the T+1 settlement cycle, investors must purchase the shares by July 23 to receive the dividend.
Rs 656 Dividend Includes Final and Special Payout
Abbott India has recommended:
Final Dividend: Rs 525 per share
Special Dividend: Rs 131 per share
This takes the total proposed dividend to Rs 656 per equity share with a face value of Rs 10.
However, the dividend will be paid only after shareholders approve it at the company’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM).
AGM and Dividend Payment Date
Abbott India will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 13, 2026.
If shareholders approve the proposal, the dividend will be credited or dispatched on or after August 18, 2026 to investors whose names appear in the company’s records on the record date.
Strong Dividend Track Record
Abbott India has consistently rewarded shareholders with generous dividends over the years.
Here is its recent dividend history:
| Financial Year | Dividend Per Share |
|---|---|
| FY26 | Rs 656 (Rs 525 Final + Rs 131 Special) |
| FY25 | Rs 475 |
| FY24 | Rs 410 |
| FY23 | Rs 325 (Rs 180 Final + Rs 145 Special) |
| FY22 | Rs 275 |
| FY21 | Rs 275 |
| FY20 | Rs 250 |
The company’s steady dividend payouts have made it one of the popular dividend-paying stocks in the pharmaceutical sector.
Q4 Results Show Steady Growth
Abbott India also reported a strong performance for the fourth quarter of FY26.
Key highlights include:
Net profit increased 7.6% year-on-year to Rs 394.93 crore.
Revenue from operations rose to Rs 1,709.51 crore.
EBITDA improved to Rs 480 crore, with the margin rising to 28.09%.
Earnings per share (EPS) increased to Rs 185.85.
For the full financial year ending March 31, 2026, the company posted:
Net profit: Rs 1,552.02 crore (up 9.73%)
Revenue: Rs 6,929.05 crore (up 8.11%)
How Has the Stock Performed?
On July 22, Abbott India shares were trading at around Rs 28,830 on the NSE during afternoon trade.
The stock has:
52-week high: Rs 35,310
52-week low: Rs 25,150
Market capitalisation: Around Rs 61,270 crore
Investors planning to receive the dividend should ensure they purchase the shares before the market closes on July 23, as buying after that will make them ineligible for the FY26 dividend payout.
