Sai Life Sciences Allots 2,44,281 Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Option Plans
Sai Life Sciences Limited allotted 2,44,281 equity shares under ESOP 2008 and MESOP 2018 on 23 April 2026, comprising 44,500 shares at Rs. 188.90 and 1,99,781 shares at Rs. 127.30 respectively. The company raised INR 3,38,38,171.30 through this exercise, increasing total issued shares to 21,20,23,515. The allotment supports employee retention while strengthening the company's capital base.

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Sai Life Sciences Limited has completed the allotment of 2,44,281 fully paid-up equity shares under its employee stock option plans on 23 April 2026. The Board of Directors approved the allotment of shares upon exercise of options granted under the company's ESOP 2008 and MESOP 2018 schemes.
Share Allotment Details
The allotment was executed under two separate employee stock option plans with different pricing structures:
| Plan: | Shares Allotted | Exercise Price (Rs.) | Premium (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESOP 2008: | 44,500 | 188.90 | 187.90 |
| MESOP 2018: | 1,99,781 | 127.30 | 126.30 |
| Total: | 2,44,281 | - | - |
All shares carry a par value of Re.1 per share and have been issued in dematerialized form with distinctive numbers ranging from 211779235 to 212023515. The shares are identical in all respects to the existing equity shares of the company.
Financial Impact
The exercise of these stock options generated INR 3,38,38,171.30 for the company. This amount represents the total consideration received from employees who exercised their vested options under both schemes. The funds raised through this allotment will contribute to the company's working capital requirements.
Updated Share Capital Structure
Following this allotment, the company's capital structure has been updated as follows:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Issued Shares: | 21,20,23,515 |
| Total Issued Share Capital: | Rs. 21,20,23,515 |
| ISIN: | INE570L01029 |
| Lock-in Details: | Not Applicable |
ESOP Scheme Framework
Both ESOP plans are designed to attract, retain and reward employees while contributing to the company's growth. The schemes feature a maximum vesting period of 5 years with multiple vesting options. The exercise period extends until the employee remains in service with the company, providing flexibility for option holders to exercise their rights based on market conditions and personal financial planning.
The company has filed the necessary regulatory disclosures with BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, ensuring full compliance with listing requirements.
Historical Stock Returns for Sai Life Sciences
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +4.13% | +9.91% | +6.82% | +19.24% | +50.77% | +39.58% |
How will the INR 3.38 crore raised from ESOP exercises impact Sai Life Sciences' planned capital expenditure and R&D investments?
What percentage of outstanding ESOP options remain unexercised across both schemes, and when do they expire?
Will the company consider launching new employee stock option schemes given the apparent success of the current programs?


































