HDFC Bank Allots 17,84,256 Equity Shares Under ESOP/RSU Scheme
HDFC Bank has completed the allotment of 17,84,256 equity shares to employees under its Employee Stock Options Scheme (ESOS), resulting in an increase of the bank's paid-up share capital from 15,39,33,68,328 to 15,39,51,52,584 equity shares. The bank formally communicated this corporate action to BSE and NSE through official correspondence signed by Company Secretary Ajay Giridharilal Agarwal.

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HDFC Bank Limited has allotted 17,84,256 equity shares to employees of the bank pursuant to the exercise of Options/RSUs under its Employees Stock Options Scheme (ESOS). The allotment was made on April 22, 2026, as communicated by the bank to the stock exchanges through official correspondence.
Share Capital Details
The allotment of these shares has resulted in an increase in the paid-up share capital of the bank. The following table outlines the changes in the bank's equity share capital:
| Parameter: | Previous Position | Revised Position |
|---|---|---|
| Paid-up Share Capital (equity shares): | 15,39,33,68,328 | 15,39,51,52,584 |
| Face Value: | Re.1/- each | Re.1/- each |
| Additional Shares Allotted: | - | 17,84,256 |
Regulatory Communication
The bank has addressed formal communications to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited, informing them about the share allotment. The communication was sent under reference number SE/2026-27/24 and signed by Ajay Giridharilal Agarwal, Company Secretary and Group Head – Secretarial & Group Oversight.
The shares have been allotted to eligible employees who exercised their options under the ESOS scheme. The bank has requested both exchanges to take the increased share capital on record for updating their records accordingly. The official communication was digitally signed on April 22, 2026, at 14:26:54 +05'30'.
Company Information
| Detail: | Information |
|---|---|
| CIN: | L65920MH1994PLC080618 |
| Email: | shareholder.grievances@hdfc.bank.in |
| Website: | www.hdfc.bank.in |
| Address: | HDFC House, H T Parekh Marg, 165-166 Backbay Reclamation, Churchgate, Mumbai- 400 020 |
Historical Stock Returns for HDFC Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.45% | -5.47% | -5.25% | -23.69% | -21.67% | +8.58% |
How might this ESOS exercise impact HDFC Bank's earnings per share and overall financial metrics in the upcoming quarters?
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