Top 10 PSUs that paid big in dividends, highest yield at 7%. Check full list

Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have long been favored by income-focused investors due to their consistent dividend payouts and strong government backing. Dividends, which represent a share of a company’s profits distributed to shareholders, are an important source of passive income—especially in volatile markets.

The following list, curated by Axis Securities, highlights the top PSU stocks offering the highest dividend yields over the past 12 months. These companies not only ensure stable returns but also reflect financial strength and a commitment to rewarding shareholders.

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ONGC paid a total dividend of Rs 13.5 per share, translating to a dividend yield of 6% for investors over the past year.

BPCL rewarded shareholders with Rs 15.5 per share in dividends, offering a 6% dividend yield over the last 12 months.

Indian Oil Corporation declared Rs 7 per share in dividends, delivering a 5% dividend yield in the past year.

REC Limited announced a total dividend of Rs 20.4 per share, resulting in a dividend yield of 5%, backed by a strong financial performance.

PFC paid Rs 16.25 per share in dividends, contributing to a solid dividend yield of 4%.

Gail (India) distributed Rs 6.5 per share in dividends over the past year, giving investors a dividend yield of 4%.

GMDC paid out Rs 9.55 per share in dividends, which translates to a dividend yield of 4%.

Oil India declared Rs 12.5 per share in dividends, offering shareholders a dividend yield of 4%.

Power Grid Corporation distributed Rs 10.5 per share in dividends over the last year, resulting in a dividend yield of 4%.


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