The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, held a meeting at New Delhi today on August 11, 2025, with Nodal Officers from companies across India to advance investor protection and improve compliance mechanisms. The meeting was chaired by Mrs. Anita Shah Akella, CEO of IEPFA and Joint Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs. The session saw participation of 530 officers, including 25 attending in person at IEPFA’s New Delhi headquarters and 505 joining virtually.
The meeting outlined IEPFA’s upcoming Integrated Portal, which will help in faster and more efficient claim settlements. The Nodal Officers were also briefed about the new IEPF-5 form to be filed by claimants, as well as the e-Verification Report (EVR) to be filed by Nodal Officers, both set to be notified shortly.
A renewed focus was placed on the recently re-notified Form IEPF-1A, calling on companies yet to comply with the 2019 directive to submit the required information by 30th August 2025. It was highlighted that timely submission of this form will not only ensure faster processing of investor claims but also help reduce disparities in approved claim amounts. Often, although companies certify a certain amount, incomplete or unclear sets of records are submitted to the Authority, resulting in the approval of lower amounts. Accurate and complete data via Form IEPF-1A will enable the Authority to match and verify claims more precisely.
The ongoing “Saksham Niveshak” campaign (July 28 – November 6, 2025) was another key highlight. The 100-day drive encourages companies to proactively locate claimants, update KYC and nomination details, and disburse pending dividends before transfer to IEPF. Companies were urged to explore innovative outreach methods, including digital campaigns, AI-enabled claimant tracing, webinars, and hiring competitive third parties (if required) to maximise the campaign’s success.
Key Highlights from the Meeting include:
- Brief on the upcoming launch of the Integrated Portal with revamped IEPF-5 form and EVR for faster, streamlined claims
- Renewed emphasis on filing of Form IEPF-1A for companies yet to comply with the 2019 directive, with focus on reducing disparity in claim amounts through complete and clear records
- Proactive shareholder engagement under “Saksham Niveshak” by use of technology-driven tools for claimant identification and awareness
About IEPFA
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, promotes investor awareness, financial literacy, and safeguards unclaimed dividends and shares. Through initiatives like Niveshak Didi, Niveshak Sarathi, and Niveshak Shivir, IEPFA works to build a financially informed and empowered investor base.
Find out more at: https://www.iepf.gov.in/content/iepf/global/master/Home/Home.html, Website: www.iepf.gov.in
The Press Release can be accessed at: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2155140
