PNB Housing Finance Allots 41,015 Equity Shares Under ESOP Schemes
PNB Housing Finance Limited allotted 41,015 equity shares on March 20, 2026, under three employee benefit schemes - ESOP Scheme 2018, RSU Scheme 2020, and ESOP Scheme 2022. The allotment increased the company's paid-up share capital to INR 2,60,54,95,780 with total shares reaching 26,05,49,578. The company realized INR 61,33,630 from the option exercises and will seek listing approval for the new shares on NSE and BSE.

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PNB Housing Finance Limited has announced the allotment of 41,015 equity shares on March 20, 2026, following the exercise of stock options and restricted stock units by eligible employees. The allotment was executed under three employee benefit schemes operated by the housing finance company.
Share Allotment Details
The company allotted equity shares with distinctive numbers ranging from 26,05,08,564 to 26,05,49,578, each carrying a nominal value of INR 10. The allotment was made pursuant to the exercise of options under ESOP Scheme 2018, RSU Scheme 2020, and ESOP Scheme 2022.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares Allotted: | 41,015 |
| Nominal Value: | INR 10 per share |
| Allotment Date: | March 20, 2026 |
| Distinctive Numbers: | 26,05,08,564 to 26,05,49,578 |
| Money Realized: | INR 61,33,630 |
Updated Share Capital Structure
Following the allotment, PNB Housing Finance's paid-up equity share capital has increased to INR 2,60,54,95,780, consisting of 26,05,49,578 equity shares of INR 10 each. The newly allotted shares will rank pari-passu with existing equity shares of the company.
Exercise Price Structure
The exercise prices varied across different schemes, reflecting the market conditions at the time of grant:
| Scheme: | Exercise Price (INR) | Premium (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| ESOP Scheme 2018: | 345.30, 345.20 | 335.30, 335.20 |
| RSU Scheme 2020: | 10.00 | Nil |
| ESOP Scheme 2022: | 643.40, 483.15 | 633.40, 473.15 |
Regulatory Compliance
The allotment was made in compliance with SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. The company has provided detailed disclosures as required under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations and Regulation 10(c) of SEBI SBEB Regulations.
Listing and Next Steps
PNB Housing Finance will apply for listing of the newly allotted equity shares on National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited in due course. The diluted earnings per share pursuant to the issue stands at 78.67, calculated on a provisional basis using profit for February 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for PNB Housing Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.53% | +1.05% | -9.07% | -11.22% | -6.56% | +137.33% |






























