Misplaced Your Share Certificate? Don’t Panic—Here’s What to Do
Losing a share certificate can be stressful, but don’t worry—you can still get back your ownership. A share certificate is proof that you own shares in a company. If you have misplaced it, you will need to apply for a Duplicate Share Certificate. In this blog, we will guide you through the process step by step. We will also cover Name Correction in Share Certificate and the Recovery of Shares from IEPF . Step 1: Inform the Company or Registrar As soon as you realize that your share certificate is lost, inform the company that issued the shares or its registrar and transfer agent (RTA). You can find their contact details on the company’s website or your past correspondence. Write a letter or an email stating that you have lost your share certificate and request the procedure for obtaining a duplicate. Step 2: File an FIR (First Information Report) To avoid misuse of your lost share certificate, file an FIR with the local police. Mention the details of t...