Power Finance Corporation Ltd has acquired 52.63% of the government’s shareholding in REC Ltd after in-principle Cabinet approval, making REC its subsidiary. The PFC board has also agreed to pursue merger plans with REC under regulatory frameworks.
Source: Power Finance Corporation Press Release (NSE Exchange Fillings) | Published on Feb 07, 2025
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As quoted in the press release of Power Finance Corporation (NSE Exchange Filings), the company has completed the acquisition of 52.63% of the Government of India’s shareholding in REC Ltd (REC), following the in-principle approval of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA). This acquisition effectively makes REC a subsidiary of PFC, and both entities are now operating as holding and subsidiary companies under applicable company laws.
The acquisition reflects a continuation of the government’s strategy to streamline and consolidate major public sector non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) involved in infrastructure and power financing, as outlined in the Union Budget 2026–27.
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PFC has acquired 52.63% of the Government of India’s shareholding in REC, making REC a subsidiary.
The acquisition follows in-principle approval by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs.
PFC’s board has approved in-principle merger plans between the two companies.
The combined entity is intended to remain a government-owned company under applicable laws.
Detailed merger proposal and scheme will be shared after required approvals.
The acquisition of REC’s government shareholding by PFC was formally recorded in regulatory disclosures made by the company. Following the Cabinet’s in-principle clearance, the board of PFC reviewed and approved the transaction as part of proposed restructuring in line with the Union Budget’s roadmap for strengthening NBFCs that support infrastructure and power sector development.
The board also noted the Budget 2026-27 statement, which outlined the intention to restructure Power Finance Corporation and Rural Electrification Corporation to achieve scale and enhance operational efficiency. PFC’s board has accordingly granted in-principle approval for merger between the two entities, subject to requisite approvals and compliance with applicable legal frameworks.
Under the current arrangement, PFC and REC will continue to operate as separate companies with a holding–subsidiary relationship, while preparations for merger documentation continue. The merged entity, once finalised and approved, is expected to operate as a government-owned company under the Companies Act, 2013 and related laws.
Aspect | Detail |
Acquiring Company | Power Finance Corporation Ltd |
Target Company | REC Ltd |
Government Stake Acquired | 52.63% |
Regulatory Backing | In-principle CCEA approval |
Corporate Structure Post-Acquisition | Holding and Subsidiary |
Merger Plan Status | In-principle approval granted |
Power Finance Corporation share price stands at ₹419.20 per share on the BSE as of 6 February 2026 at 15:30 IST, up by 1.01% on the previous close.
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