ITC Dividend Alert: Today Is Last Day to Buy Shares for ₹8 Payout

ITC shareholders are in focus as May 26, 2026, is the last day to buy the FMCG major’s shares to qualify for its ₹8 per share final dividend. The company has fixed May 27, 2026, as the record date, meaning investors must hold ITC shares in their demat accounts by that date to be eligible for the payout. The dividend was announced along with ITC’s Q4 results, where the company reported a 5% year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to ₹5,113 crore. Since the stock will trade ex-dividend on the record date, investors buying shares after May 26 will not receive this dividend. ITC has remained a popular dividend stock, with reports noting that it has paid about ₹90.5 per share in dividends since 2020, making it attractive for income-focused investors. However, analysts generally advise investors not to buy a stock only for dividend eligibility and to also consider valuations, business outlook, and long-term financial goals.