Matrimony.com Issues Revised ESOP 2014 Share Allotment Statement with Updated Distinctive Numbers
Matrimony.com Limited issued a revised regulatory filing on May 8, 2026, correcting the distinctive share numbers to 22918035–22921134 for 3,100 equity shares allotted under its Employee Stock Option Scheme 2014 at an exercise price of Rs. 336.40 per share. The revision updates the earlier intimation dated May 7, 2026, with all other allotment parameters, including total issued shares of 2,06,73,393 and total issued share capital of Rs. 10,33,66,965, remaining unchanged.

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matrimony.com Limited issued a revised intimation on May 8, 2026, updating its earlier disclosure dated May 7, 2026, regarding the allotment of 3,100 equity shares under its Employee Stock Option Scheme 2014. The revision was filed pursuant to Regulation 10(c) of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, and updates the distinctive share numbers associated with the allotment. The allotment itself was dated March 25, 2026, and was approved by the company's Share Allotment Committee of the Board of Directors.
Revised ESOP Allotment Details
The equity shares were issued at a par value of Rs. 5/- each, with an exercise price of Rs. 336.40 per share and a premium of Rs. 331.40 per share. The shares carry no lock-in restrictions and are identical in all respects to the company's existing equity shares. The revised statement updates the distinctive numbers from the prior filing. The following table summarises the key parameters of this allotment as per the revised statement:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Title: | Matrimony.com Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2014 |
| Date of Issue: | 25.03.2026 |
| Kind of Security: | Equity |
| Par Value per Share: | Rs. 5/- |
| Exercise Price per Share: | Rs. 336.40 |
| Premium per Share: | Rs. 331.40 |
| Number of Shares Issued: | 3,100 |
| Distinctive Numbers (Revised): | 22918035–22921134 |
| Lock-in: | NIL |
Post-Allotment Capital Structure
Following this allotment, the company's share capital has been updated as detailed below:
| Metric: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Issued Shares (Post-Issue): | 2,06,73,393 |
| Total Issued Share Capital (Post-Issue): | Rs. 10,33,66,965 |
| ISIN: | INE866R01028 |
Regulatory Compliance
The company confirmed that the statement referred to under Regulation 10(b) of the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 was filed with BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on 03.02.2018, with filing numbers 73258 and 15116, respectively. The shares are listed on both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. No listing fees are payable in connection with this allotment. The revised disclosure was signed by Vijayanand Sankar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, on May 8, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Matrimony.com
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.90% | +5.91% | +2.89% | -13.15% | -11.94% | -51.92% |
How might the gradual dilution from ongoing ESOP allotments under the 2014 scheme impact Matrimony.com's earnings per share trajectory over the next few fiscal years?
Given that the exercise price of Rs. 336.40 is set against current market valuations, what does employee participation rate in the ESOP scheme signal about staff confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects?
Will Matrimony.com consider introducing a new or updated employee stock option scheme beyond the 2014 plan to attract and retain talent in an increasingly competitive online matchmaking market?


































