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Open Offer26 May 2026, 09:31 pm

Coal India OFS: Govt to Sell 2% Stake on May 27 & 29, 2026

AI Summary

The President of India, acting through the Ministry of Coal, proposes to sell up to 2% of Coal India Ltd's equity shares through an Offer for Sale (OFS). This includes a base offer size of 1% (61,627,283 shares) and an oversubscription option of another 1% (61,627,283 shares). The OFS will take place on May 27, 2026, for non-retail investors and May 29, 2026, for retail investors and employees. Up to 25,000 equity shares may be offered to eligible employees, with a maximum application value of ₹500,000 per employee. The offer complies with SEBI's OFS guidelines for companies with a market capitalization above ₹1,000 crores.

Key Highlights

  • Government to sell up to 2% stake in Coal India via OFS.
  • Base offer size is 1% (61,627,283 shares) with an equal oversubscription option.
  • OFS dates: May 27, 2026 (non-retail) and May 29, 2026 (retail/employees).
  • Employee offer of up to 25,000 shares, capped at ₹500,000 per employee.
  • Offer complies with SEBI OFS guidelines for large-cap companies.