Document background
The Standard Stock Transfer Form is a mandatory document required under Section 56 of the Indian Companies Act 2013 for transferring securities between parties. This form, officially designated as Form SH-4, must be used whenever shares or securities are transferred from one party to another in Indian companies, whether private or public. The document serves as evidence of the transfer and includes crucial information such as the details of the securities being transferred, parties involved, consideration paid, and necessary declarations. It requires proper stamping as per the Indian Stamp Act and must be submitted to the company or its share transfer agent within 60 days of execution. For listed companies, additional compliance requirements under SEBI regulations may apply.
