IDFC FIRST Bank Allots 20.16 Lakh Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Option Scheme
IDFC FIRST Bank Limited allotted 20,16,620 equity shares of ₹10 face value each to eligible employees under its Employee Stock Option Scheme on March 12, 2026. The allotment increased the bank's paid-up equity share capital from ₹85,99,19,20,400 to ₹86,01,20,86,600, with the total number of shares rising to 8,60,12,08,660. The newly issued shares rank pari-passu with existing equity shares and the disclosure was made under SEBI Listing Regulations.

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IDFC FIRST Bank Limited has announced the allotment of 20,16,620 equity shares to eligible employees under its Employee Stock Option Scheme. The allotment was approved by the duly authorized Committee of the Board of Directors on March 12, 2026, following the exercise of previously granted and vested stock options by employees.
Share Allotment Details
The allotted equity shares carry a face value of ₹10 each and are fully paid-up. These shares have been issued under the 'IDFC FIRST Bank Limited - Employee Stock Option Scheme' and will rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the bank in all respects.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares Allotted: | 20,16,620 equity shares |
| Face Value: | ₹10 per share |
| Allotment Date: | March 12, 2026 |
| Scheme: | IDFC FIRST Bank - ESOS |
| Status: | Fully paid-up |
Impact on Share Capital
The allotment has resulted in an increase in the bank's issued and paid-up equity share capital. The capital structure has been revised following the incorporation of the newly allotted shares.
| Capital Component: | Before Allotment | After Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Paid-up Capital: | ₹85,99,19,20,400 | ₹86,01,20,86,600 |
| Number of Shares: | 8,59,91,92,040 | 8,60,12,08,660 |
| Face Value per Share: | ₹10 | ₹10 |
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure has been made under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as amended. The bank has informed both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited about the allotment as part of its regulatory obligations.
The communication was signed by Satish Gaikwad, General Counsel and Company Secretary of IDFC FIRST Bank Limited, confirming the completion of the allotment process under the employee stock option scheme.
Historical Stock Returns for IDFC First Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.41% | -11.12% | -23.83% | -13.15% | +14.53% | -6.54% |
































