Stocks going ex-dividend on 21 October 2026 – Indian dividend calendar

Stocks going ex-dividend on 21 October 2026 – Indian dividend calendar highlights three Indian companies listed with an ex-dividend date of Wednesday, 21 October 2026. The updated list includes Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), Elecon Engineering Company Limited and ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited. This dividend calendar helps investors track dividend announcements, corporate actions and upcoming ex-dividend dates in the Indian stock market.

Dividend stocks for 21 October 2026:

1. Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) – ₹3.00 per share

2. Elecon Engineering Company Limited – ₹0.50 per share

3. ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited – ₹30.00 per share

MRPL dividend: Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited operates in India's petroleum refining and energy sector. The company is listed with a dividend of ₹3.00 per share for 21 October 2026. Investors following MRPL dividend announcements should review the company's official corporate-action disclosures, record date and payment schedule.

Elecon Engineering dividend: Elecon Engineering Company Limited is an Indian engineering company known for industrial gear systems, material handling equipment and engineering solutions. The company is listed with a dividend of ₹0.50 per share. Investors tracking engineering-sector dividend stocks can follow its official exchange announcements for further details.

ICICI Prudential AMC dividend: ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Limited operates in India's asset management and mutual fund industry. The company is listed with a dividend of ₹30.00 per share, representing the highest dividend amount per share among the three securities featured in this update.

Dividend comparison: Among the three listed companies, ICICI Prudential AMC has the highest dividend amount at ₹30.00 per share, followed by MRPL at ₹3.00 and Elecon Engineering at ₹0.50. However, a higher dividend amount does not necessarily indicate a higher dividend yield or better investment returns. Dividend yield depends on the prevailing market price of each company's shares.

Understanding the ex-dividend date: The ex-dividend date is an important corporate-action date for investors monitoring dividend eligibility. Under the usual settlement rules, investors purchasing shares on or after the ex-dividend date generally do not qualify for the corresponding dividend. Investors should also verify the record date, dividend type, payment schedule and applicable settlement requirements.

Why track dividend announcements? Following dividend calendars can help investors stay informed about corporate actions across different industries. The companies featured in this update represent petroleum refining, industrial engineering and financial services. Investors should evaluate company fundamentals, earnings, dividend history, financial performance and associated risks rather than making decisions based solely on dividend announcements.

This updated October 2026 dividend list includes three stocks shown in the supplied corporate-action screenshots. The dates and amounts are based on those screenshots and have not been independently verified against official exchange filings.

Disclaimer: This content is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Dividend amounts, ex-dividend dates, record dates, payment schedules and other corporate-action information may change. Please verify the latest details through official NSE, BSE or company announcements before making any investment decisions.