Axis Bank Allots Equity Shares Following ESOP/RSU Scheme Exercise
On April 21, 2026, Axis Bank Ltd. announced the allotment of equity shares following the exercise of stock options or units under its Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) Scheme.The Bank allotted 1,26,087 equity shares, each valued at Rs. 2.
This allotment resulted in an increase in the paid-up share capital of the Bank. The capital structure moved from its previous status to reflect the newly allotted shares.
The change in the paid-up share capital is detailed below:
| Metric | Before Allotment | After Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Paid-up Share Capital | Rs. 6,216,879,646 | Rs. 6,217,131,820 |
| Total Equity Shares | 3,108,439,823 | 3,108,565,910 |
| Face Value per Share | Rs. 2 | Rs. 2 |
The allotment of 1,26,087 shares caused the total number of equity shares to increase from 3,108,439,823 to 3,108,565,910. The paid-up share capital accordingly increased from Rs. 6,216,879,646 to Rs. 6,217,131,820.
AXISBANK Stock Price Movement
Today, Axis Bank Limited shares edged higher to close at ₹1377.70, achieving a gain of 1.54%. The stock moved on strong institutional interest, recording a total traded volume of 5.15 million shares.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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