Marico Allots 1,55,183 Equity Shares Under ESOP 2016, Paid-Up Capital Rises
Marico Limited's Securities Committee allotted 1,55,183 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each under ESOP 2016 on May 8, 2026, pursuant to the exercise of stock options by eligible grantees. The allotment was executed across three tranches with exercise prices of Re. 1, Rs. 498.25, and Rs. 506.17 per share respectively. As a result, the company's paid-up share capital increased from 1,29,81,48,935 equity shares to 1,29,83,04,118 equity shares of Re. 1 each. The company clarified that the allotment is not material in nature, and all newly allotted shares rank pari-passu with existing equity shares.

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Marico Limited's Securities Committee of the Board of Directors, on May 8, 2026, allotted 1,55,183 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each under various schemes of the Marico Employee Stock Option Plan, 2016 (ESOP 2016) to eligible grantees. The allotment was made pursuant to the exercise of stock options granted under the plan, in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company has clarified that the aforesaid allotment of shares is not material in nature.
Impact on Paid-Up Share Capital
Following the allotment, the paid-up share capital of the company has been revised as detailed below:
| Metric: | Before Allotment | After Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Equity Shares: | 1,29,81,48,935 | 1,29,83,04,118 |
| Paid-Up Share Capital (Rs.): | 1,29,81,48,935/- | 1,29,83,04,118/- |
| Face Value per Share: | Re. 1 | Re. 1 |
All equity shares allotted pursuant to the exercise of stock options rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company.
Tranche-Wise Allotment Details
The allotment was carried out across three tranches under ESOP 2016, each with distinct exercise prices and share counts. The details are as follows:
| Parameter: | Annexure I | Annexure II | Annexure III |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of Issue: | May 8, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | May 8, 2026 |
| Number of Shares Issued: | 1,46,183 | 3,000 | 6,000 |
| Exercise Price per Share: | Re. 1 | Rs. 498.25 | Rs. 506.17 |
| Premium per Share: | Nil | Rs. 497.25 | Rs. 505.17 |
| Distinctive Numbers: | 1,29,81,48,936 to 1,29,82,95,118 | 1,29,82,95,119 to 1,29,82,98,118 | 1,29,82,98,119 to 1,29,83,04,118 |
| Total Issued Shares After Issue: | 1,29,82,95,118 | 1,29,82,98,118 | 1,29,83,04,118 |
| Lock-in Details: | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Scheme and Compliance Details
The allotment was made under the Marico Employee Stock Option Plan, 2016, with disclosures filed pursuant to Regulation 10(c) of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 (SEBI SBEB Regulations). The scheme was originally filed with stock exchanges on November 22, 2016 and June 14, 2022. Key scheme parameters are outlined below:
- Security Type: Equity shares
- Par Value: Re. 1 per share
- ISIN: INE196A01026
- Share Certificate: Not applicable (shares issued in demat form)
- Listing Fees: Not applicable
The intimation has been made available on the company's website and has been submitted to the stock exchanges in accordance with applicable SEBI regulations. The Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, Vinay M A, signed and filed the disclosures on May 8, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Marico
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.10% | +7.26% | +10.36% | +16.82% | +12.89% | +75.44% |
How might the gradual dilution of Marico's share capital through recurring ESOP allotments impact earnings per share and shareholder value over the next 2-3 years?
What does the varying exercise price spread across the three tranches (Re. 1 to Rs. 506.17) suggest about Marico's employee retention strategy and future ESOP grant structures?
How does Marico's ESOP utilization rate compare to peers in the FMCG sector, and could increased employee ownership influence the company's strategic decision-making going forward?


































