Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) is a well-known Indian company that refines crude oil and sells fuel like petrol, diesel and LPG. In this article, you will find BPCL’s Dividend, Bonus and Stock Split History from 1994 to 2026. We have also covered the latest dividend, Ex-Date, Record Date, Payment Date and other important corporate actions.
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BPCL Latest Corporate Actions 2026
Bharat Petroleum Corporation announced a new interim dividend on 23 January 2026. The company announced a dividend of ₹10 per share. The ex-dividend date and record date for this dividend are both 02 February 2026. The dividend amount will be credited to shareholders’ bank accounts on 21 February 2026. Before this dividend, BPCL had last paid a dividend in November 2025.
| Announcement | Type | Dividend (₹) | EX-DATE | Record Date | Payment Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jan 2026 | Interim | ₹10.00 | 02 Feb 2026 | 02 Feb 2026 | 21 Feb 2026 | PAID |
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BPCL Dividend Trend (2000–2026)
- Year: 2000, Dividend: ₹12.50 (Bonus 1:1)
- Year: 2001, Dividend: ₹7.50
- Year: 2002, Dividend: ₹0.00
- Year: 2003, Dividend: ₹15.00
- Year: 2004, Dividend: ₹22.50
- Year: 2005, Dividend: ₹7.50
- Year: 2006, Dividend: ₹2.50
- Year: 2007, Dividend: ₹16.00
- Year: 2008, Dividend: ₹4.00
- Year: 2009, Dividend: ₹7.00
- Year: 2010, Dividend: ₹14.00
- Year: 2011, Dividend: ₹14.00
- Year: 2012, Dividend: ₹11.00 (Bonus 1:1)
- Year: 2013, Dividend: ₹11.00
- Year: 2014, Dividend: ₹17.00
- Year: 2015, Dividend: ₹22.50
- Year: 2016, Dividend: ₹31.00 (Bonus 1:1)
- Year: 2017, Dividend: ₹32.50 (Bonus 1:2)
- Year: 2018, Dividend: ₹21.00
- Year: 2019, Dividend: ₹19.00
- Year: 2020, Dividend: ₹16.50
- Year: 2021, Dividend: ₹84.00
- Year: 2022, Dividend: ₹11.00
- Year: 2023, Dividend: ₹25.00
- Year: 2024, Dividend: ₹10.50 (Bonus 1:1)
- Year: 2025, Dividend: ₹17.50
- Year: 2026, Dividend: ₹10.00
BPCL Dividend History
There is no doubt that BPCL has been paying dividends regularly. From 2000 to 2026, the company has paid dividends 46 times. There is no year in this period when BPCL did not pay a dividend. Along with final and interim dividends, the company has also paid special dividends from time to time. However, there is no fixed rule for how many times BPCL pays a dividend in a year. In some years, it has paid once, while in other years, it has paid two or even three times.
| Ex-Date | Dividend (₹) | Type | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2026 | ₹10.00 | Interim | 02 Feb 2026 |
| 07 Nov 2025 | ₹7.50 | Interim | 07 Nov 2025 |
| 31 Jul 2025 | ₹5.00 | Final | 31 Jul 2025 |
| 29 Jan 2025 | ₹5.00 | Interim | 29 Jan 2025 |
| 09 Aug 2024 | ₹10.50 | Final | 09 Aug 2024 |
| 12 Dec 2023 | ₹21.00 | Interim | 12 Dec 2023 |
| 11 Aug 2023 | ₹4.00 | Final | 11 Aug 2023 |
| 19 Aug 2022 | ₹6.00 | Final | - |
| 10 Feb 2022 | ₹5.00 | Interim | 11 Feb 2022 |
| 11 Nov 2021 | ₹5.00 | Interim | 12 Nov 2021 |
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| 16 Sep 2021 | ₹35.00 | Special | - |
| 16 Sep 2021 | ₹23.00 | Final | - |
| 25 Mar 2021 | ₹5.00 | Interim | 27 Mar 2021 |
| 17 Feb 2021 | ₹16.00 | Interim | 19 Feb 2021 |
| 23 Mar 2020 | ₹16.50 | Interim | 24 Mar 2020 |
| 21 Aug 2019 | ₹8.00 | Final | - |
| 21 Feb 2019 | ₹11.00 | Interim | 23 Feb 2019 |
| 31 Aug 2018 | ₹7.00 | Final | - |
| 22 Feb 2018 | ₹14.00 | Interim | 24 Feb 2018 |
| 08 Jun 2017 | ₹1.00 | Final | - |
| 24 Mar 2017 | ₹12.00 | Special Interim | 27 Mar 2017 |
| 28 Feb 2017 | ₹19.50 | Interim | 01 Mar 2017 |
| 06 Jun 2016 | ₹15.00 | Final | - |
| 03 Mar 2016 | ₹3.50 | Interim | 05 Mar 2016 |
| 02 Feb 2016 | ₹12.50 | Interim | 03 Feb 2016 |
| 28 Aug 2015 | ₹22.50 | Final | - |
| 05 Sep 2014 | ₹17.00 | Final | - |
| 06 Sep 2013 | ₹11.00 | Final | - |
| 13 Jul 2012 | ₹11.00 | Final | - |
| 05 Sep 2011 | ₹14.00 | Final | - |
| 08 Sep 2010 | ₹14.00 | Final | - |
| 26 Aug 2009 | ₹7.00 | Final | - |
| 10 Sep 2008 | ₹4.00 | Final | - |
| 04 Sep 2007 | ₹10.00 | Final | - |
| 15 Jan 2007 | ₹6.00 | Interim | 16 Jan 2007 |
| 15 Nov 2006 | ₹2.50 | Final | - |
| 07 Jun 2005 | ₹7.50 | Interim | - |
| 24 Dec 2004 | ₹5.00 | Interim | - |
| 28 Jul 2004 | ₹11.50 | Final | - |
| 01 Jan 2004 | ₹6.00 | Interim | - |
| 16 Jul 2003 | ₹13.00 | Final | - |
| 31 Jan 2003 | ₹2.00 | Interim | - |
| 08 Aug 2002 | - | - | - |
| 02 Aug 2001 | ₹3.50 | Final | - |
| 18 Jun 2001 | ₹4.00 | Interim | 02 Jul 2001 |
| 25 Jul 2000 | ₹12.50 | Final | - |
BPCL Dividend Summary (2000-2026)
Note: This dividend summary is calculated based on official BPCL announcements. The total amount excludes the 2002 dividend as the exact figure was not found, so it is marked with a dash (-).
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BPCL Bonus History
BPCL has given bonus shares 6 times between 1994 and 2026. The company first gave a bonus in 1994 in the ratio of 2:1. After that, it gave bonuses in 2000 (1:1), 2012 (1:1), 2016 (1:1), 2017 (1:2), and the latest bonus in 2024 in the ratio of 1:1. Since the 2024 bonus, BPCL has not announced any new bonus issue yet.
| Ex-Date | Ratio | Record Date | What It Means |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Jun 2024 | 1:1 | 22 Jun 2024 | Get 1 FREE Share for every 1 Share You Own |
| 13 Jul 2017 | 1:2 | 15 Jul 2017 | Get 1 FREE Share for every 2 Shares You Own |
| 13 Jul 2016 | 1:1 | 14 Jul 2016 | Get 1 FREE Share for every 1 Share You Own |
| 13 Jul 2012 | 1:1 | - | Get 1 FREE Share for every 1 Share You Own |
| 20 Dec 2000 | 1:1 | 05 Jan 2001 | Get 1 FREE Share for every 1 Share You Own |
| 14 Oct 1994 | 2:1 | - | Get 2 FREE Shares for every 1 Share You Own |
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Key Insights & Things You Should Know
- India’s First Drive-Through Fuel Station: In 1928, Burmah Shell, which later became BPCL, opened India’s first drive-through petrol station. In 1976, the Government of India took full control of the company and renamed it Bharat Petroleum.
- Market Position & Maharatna Status: BPCL is one of India’s biggest government-owned oil marketing companies and has Maharatna status. The company has around 14% of India’s total refining capacity, with a capacity of about 35.3 MMTPA.
- No Stock Split – Face Value Still ₹10: Unlike many large Indian companies that split their shares to make them more affordable, BPCL has never done a stock split in the last 30 years. Its face value is still ₹10 per share.
- The Story Behind the ₹84 Dividend in 2021: In 2021, BPCL paid its highest-ever annual dividend of ₹84 per share. A major reason was the sale of its 61.65% stake in Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) for around ₹9,876 crore. A part of the profit from this sale was paid to shareholders as a ₹35 per share special dividend.
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BPCL Corporate Actions FAQs
Is BPCL a government company or not?
Yes, BPCL is a Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). The Government of India owns a majority stake (around 53%) in the company.
What is the latest BPCL dividend for 2026?
The latest BPCL dividend for 2026 is ₹10 per share. It was announced on 23 January 2026, with 2 February 2026 as the Ex-Date and Record Date, and the payment was made on 21 February 2026.
How many times does BPCL give dividends in a year?
BPCL typically pays dividends 2 to 3 times a financial year. This usually includes one or two interim dividends and one final dividend.
How many days after the Record Date is the BPCL dividend credited?
BPCL usually credits the dividend amount directly to eligible shareholders' linked bank accounts within 2 to 3 weeks (15-20 days) after the record date.
Is BPCL going to give bonus shares?
As of now, there is no official announcement from BPCL regarding new bonus shares in 2026. The company recently issued bonus shares in a 1:1 ratio in June 2024.
Has BPCL ever done a stock split?
No, BPCL has never executed a stock split in its history. The face value of its shares has remained unchanged at ₹10 per share.
What is the highest dividend BPCL has paid?
Based on the history covered in this article, BPCL’s highest annual dividend was ₹84 per share in 2021.
What is the difference between a BPCL bonus and a stock split?
A bonus issue gives shareholders additional shares, while a stock split divides existing shares into smaller units. They are two different corporate actions.
How can I check if I am eligible for a BPCL dividend?
You generally need to hold the shares before the relevant ex-dividend date to be eligible for the dividend.
Why can BPCL’s dividend change so much from one year to another?
Dividend amounts can change because of factors such as company profits, cash position, business decisions and special events.
Data Source: All corporate action records—including historical dividends, bonus share issues, and recent updates for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)—are compiled directly from official disclosures filed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), and BPCL's official website (bharatpetroleum.in).
Disclaimer: This article is strictly for educational and informational purposes and does not constitute financial advice or stock recommendations. While corporate action data is compiled from official disclosures, investors should independently verify all information on NSE/BSE before making any investment decisions.