Yes.
Investors holding unlisted shares may be eligible for dividends, bonus shares, stock splits, rights issues, buybacks, and other corporate actions declared by the company, subject to their ownership on the relevant record date.
Dividends
If the company declares a dividend, the amount is generally credited directly to the bank account linked to the investor's demat account.
Bonus Shares
Bonus shares are automatically credited to the investor's demat account when declared by the company.
Stock Splits
Stock splits are processed through the depository system and reflected automatically in the demat account.
Other Corporate Actions
Shareholders may also become eligible for:
- Rights issues
- Buybacks
- Mergers
- Demergers
- Special dividends
- Other corporate actions approved by the company
Once shares are credited to the demat account, investors generally enjoy ownership rights similar to those associated with listed equity shares.