Form 424B3 - Prospectus [Rule 424(b)(3)]

Prospectus Supplement

John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund (the fund)

Supplement dated August 22, 2024 to the current Prospectus, as may be supplemented (the Prospectus)

The following replaces any references, contained either in the Prospectus or the Prospectus Supplement, with respect to the fund’s: (i) last reported sale

price; (ii) net asset value (“NAV”) per Common Share; and (iii) percentage premium to NAV per Common Share.

The last reported sale price, NAV per share and percentage premium to NAV per share of the Common Shares as of August 19, 2024, were $12.47,

$13.04, and -4.37%, respectively.

You should read this supplement in conjunction with the Prospectus and retain it for your future reference.

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N-2 - $ / shares	Aug. 22, 2024	Aug. 19, 2024
Cover [Abstract]
Entity Central Index Key	0000855886
Amendment Flag	false
Document Type	424B3
Entity Registrant Name	John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund
General Description of Registrant [Abstract]
Share Price		$ 12.47
NAV Per Share		$ 13.04
Latest Premium (Discount) to NAV [Percent]		(4.37%)

- Definition

Net asset value per share or per unit of investments in certain entities that calculate net asset value per share. Includes, but is not limited to, by unit, membership interest, or other ownership interest. Investment includes, but is not limited to, investment in certain hedge funds, venture capital funds, private equity funds, real estate partnerships or funds. Excludes fair value disclosure.

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