IndiGo Allots 43,000 Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Option Schemes
InterGlobe Aviation Limited allotted 43,000 equity shares on April 8, 2026, under two employee stock option schemes. The allotment included 34,000 shares from the 2015 scheme at Rs. 1855.30 per share and 9,000 shares from the 2023 scheme at Rs. 10 per share. The total issued share capital increased to INR 386,65,59,980, with all new shares being identical to existing equity shares and carrying no restrictions.

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InterGlobe Aviation Limited has successfully allotted 43,000 equity shares on April 8, 2026, following the exercise of vested employee stock options. The ESOP Allotment Committee meeting, held from 1100 hours to 1115 hours IST, approved the share allotment under two distinct employee stock option schemes.
Share Allotment Details
The allotment comprised shares from two separate ESOP schemes with significantly different exercise prices and terms:
| Scheme | Shares Allotted | Exercise Price | Premium | Filing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESOP 2015 | 34,000 | Rs. 1855.30 | Rs. 1845.30 | NSE: March 21, 2016 / BSE: April 1, 2016 |
| ESOP 2023 | 9,000 | Rs. 10 | - | NSE & BSE: September 6, 2023 |
Financial Impact
The share allotment resulted in a progressive increase in the company's issued share capital. Under the 2015 scheme, the total issued shares reached 38,66,46,998, while the subsequent 2023 scheme allotment brought the final count to 38,66,55,998 shares.
| Parameter | 2015 Scheme | 2023 Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Total Shares After Issue | 38,66,46,998 | 38,66,55,998 |
| Share Capital After Issue | INR 386,64,69,980 | INR 386,65,59,980 |
| Distinctive Numbers | 38,66,12,999 – 38,66,46,998 | 38,66,46,999 – 38,66,55,998 |
Regulatory Compliance
The allotment was conducted in compliance with SEBI regulations, with detailed disclosures filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. All shares carry a par value of Rs. 10 and are identical in all respects to existing equity shares. The newly allotted shares are issued in demat form under ISIN number INE646L01027, with no lock-in restrictions or listing fees applicable.
Corporate Structure
InterGlobe Aviation Limited operates from its registered office at Upper Ground Floor, Thapar House, Gate No. 2, Western Wing, 124 Janpath, New Delhi – 110 001, with shares listed on both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited. The disclosure has been made available on the company's website at www.goindigo.in , ensuring transparency for all stakeholders.
Historical Stock Returns for Interglobe Aviation
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.36% | +8.60% | +7.49% | -20.44% | -12.31% | +176.52% |
How will the significant difference in exercise prices between the 2015 and 2023 ESOP schemes affect employee retention and future compensation strategies?
What impact might this ESOP exercise activity have on IndiGo's stock price volatility and trading volumes in the coming quarters?
Will InterGlobe Aviation expand its ESOP programs further to attract talent in the competitive aviation industry recovery phase?

































