October 2025 has turned out to be an active month for dividend investors, with several blue-chip and mid-cap companies announcing interim payouts. Investors can look forward to healthy dividend yields as these firms balance profitability, growth, and shareholder rewards. Some of the key dividend declarations come from Infosys Limited, CRISIL Limited, CESC Limited, PCBL Chemical Limited, L&T Technology Services, REC Limited, Tanla Platforms, and the Central Bank of India.
Key Ex-Dividend Dates and Dividend Amounts
| Company | Dividend Type | Dividend Amount | Ex-Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infosys Ltd | Interim | Rs 23 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| CRISIL Ltd | Interim | Rs 16 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| CESC Ltd | Interim | Rs 6 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| PCBL Chemical Ltd | Interim | Rs 6 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| L&T Technology Services | Interim | Rs 18 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| REC Ltd | Interim | Rs 4.60 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Tanla Platforms Ltd | Interim | Rs 6 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Central Bank of India | Interim | Re 0.20 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
| 360 ONE WAM Ltd | Interim | Rs 6 per share | 27 Oct 2025 |
Infosys Limited
Infosys delivered a robust Q2 FY26 performance, reporting revenue of Rs 44,490 crore, a rise of 8.6% year-on-year, and a net profit of Rs 7,364 crore. The company declared an interim dividend of Rs 23 per share. With stable EBIT margins at 21% and strong deal wins worth USD 3.1 billion, brokerages such as Nomura and Jefferies maintained a “Buy” rating, assigning a target price between Rs 1,700 and Rs 1,730. Infosys continues to show steady execution, strong free cash flow generation, and consistent profitability across its verticals.
CRISIL Limited
CRISIL’s Q2 FY26 consolidated revenue rose 12% year-on-year to Rs 911 crore, with net profit climbing 12.5% to Rs 193 crore. The company’s return on equity reached 28.3%, underscoring its high capital efficiency. An interim dividend of Rs 16 per share was announced, rewarding investors amid sustained growth in the ratings and research segments. Broker recommendations remain positive with a long-term hold-to-buy view, supported by CRISIL’s expanding global analytics footprint and zero-debt status.
CESC Limited
CESC reported a strong Q2 FY26 with consolidated revenue of Rs 5,267 crore, up 12% year-on-year, and net profit of Rs 425 crore. The Kolkata-based power utility announced an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share. Profit margins expanded to 20.1%, supported by operational efficiencies despite higher employee costs. MarketsMojo has rated it a “Hold” with a 12-month target of Rs 195–200. CESC continues to deliver stable returns through regulated electricity distribution and diversification across its subsidiaries.
PCBL Chemical Limited
PCBL Chemical reported Q2 FY26 consolidated revenue of Rs 2,163 crore with net profit at Rs 61.5 crore, down 50% year-on-year due to higher raw material costs and subdued specialty chemical margins. Despite the decline, the company announced an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share. PCBL remains India’s largest carbon black manufacturer, and analysts maintain a neutral-to-positive mid-term outlook citing diversification into green power and performance chemicals.
L&T Technology Services (LTTS)
LTTS declared an interim dividend of Rs 18 per share after reporting Q2 FY26 revenue of Rs 2,980 crore, up 15.8% year-on-year, and net profit of Rs 329 crore. The company’s focus on AI-driven innovation and expansion into high-value engineering services has kept it on a strong growth trajectory. The management reaffirmed its medium-term target of USD 2 billion in annual revenue. Broker sentiment is bullish, with price targets in the range of Rs 5,400–5,600.
REC Limited
REC Limited reported standalone net profit of Rs 4,425 crore in Q2 FY26, up 10% year-on-year, driven by strong interest income growth. The company declared an interim dividend of Rs 4.60 per share. Analysts on Fintel project an average one-year target price of Rs 616, with bullish expectations up to Rs 735, reflecting optimism around REC’s robust loan book, healthy capital adequacy, and diversified renewable energy finance exposure.
Tanla Platforms Limited
Tanla Platforms declared an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share after reporting Q2 FY26 revenue of Rs 1,078 crore, up 7.8% year-on-year. Net profit stood at Rs 125 crore, reflecting a 4% dip due to higher developmental costs in its AI platform, Wisely AI. The company continues to invest in global CPaaS and AI partnerships, signaling long-term profitability. Broker outlook remains positive, targeting Rs 1,000–1,100 in 12 months.
Central Bank of India
Central Bank of India announced a nominal interim dividend of Re 0.20 per share. The bank posted a 32.9% YOY jump in net profit to Rs 1,213 crore in Q2 FY26, backed by improved asset quality and NPAs dropping to 3.01% from 4.59%. With a strong capital adequacy ratio of 17.34%, brokerages maintain a “Hold” rating with a short-term target of Rs 60–65, citing stability but limited upside potential.
360 ONE WAM Limited
360 ONE WAM, a prominent wealth management firm, declared an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share on October 27, 2025. The company continues to deliver strong operational results, supported by robust AUM growth and steady earnings from high-net-worth client segments. Brokerages have maintained a “Buy” rating, anticipating steady revenue momentum in FY26.
