Bandhan Bank Increases Paid-up Capital Following ESOP Share Allotment
Bandhan Bank Ltd announced the allotment of equity shares resulting from the exercise of options under the Bandhan Bank Employee Stock Option Plan Series 1. The move resulted in an increase in the bank's issued and paid-up equity share capital.The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board, meeting on July 13, 2026, approved the allotment of 23,165 equity shares to eligible employees of the Bank upon them exercising vested options under ESOP Series 1. These newly allotted equity shares rank pari passu with all existing equity shares of the Bank, including dividend rights.
The allotment impacts the bank’s capital structure, moving it from its previous issued status to a revised paid-up standing.
Key details regarding the share allotment and resulting capitalization are presented below:
| Metric | Before Allotment (Pre ESOP Series 1) | After Allotment (Post ESOP Series 1) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Equity Shares | 1,61,10,78,000 | 1,61,11,01,165 |
| Face Value per Share | Rs. 10/- | Rs. 10/- |
| Issued and Paid-up Capital | Rs. 16,11,07,80,000/- | Rs. 16,11,10,11,650 /- |
The Bank confirmed that the allotment was successfully completed under the ESOP Series 1.
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