Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Allots 5,44,021 Equity Shares Under ESOP 2019, Paid-Up Capital Rises
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank allotted 5,44,021 fully paid-up equity shares of face value Rs. 10/- each under ESOP 2019 on May 06, 2026, as approved by the Stakeholders Relationship Committee. The allotment increased the bank's paid-up capital from Rs. 19,43,89,59,730 to Rs. 19,44,43,99,940, with final listing approval from NSE and BSE currently being sought.

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has allotted 5,44,021 equity shares under its Employee Stock Option Plan 2019 (ESOP 2019), following a resolution passed by the Stakeholders Relationship Committee of the Board on May 06, 2026. The allotment, comprising fully paid-up shares of face value Rs. 10/- each, was made pursuant to the exercise of stock options by eligible employees under the ESOP Scheme 2019 of the bank.
ESOP Allotment Details
The key parameters of the allotment are summarised below:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Allotment Date: | May 06, 2026 |
| Number of Shares Allotted: | 5,44,021 |
| Face Value per Share: | Rs. 10/- |
| Share Type: | Fully Paid-Up Equity Shares |
| ESOP Scheme: | ESOP 2019 |
| Approving Authority: | Stakeholders Relationship Committee |
Impact on Paid-Up Capital
As a direct result of this allotment, the paid-up capital of the bank has increased. The table below captures the change in paid-up capital:
| Metric: | Amount |
|---|---|
| Paid-Up Capital (Before Allotment): | Rs. 19,43,89,59,730 |
| Paid-Up Capital (After Allotment): | Rs. 19,44,43,99,940 |
Listing Approval in Progress
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has already received in-principal approval from both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited for the listing of the newly allotted shares. The bank is currently in the process of applying for final listing approval from both exchanges. This disclosure has been made in compliance with Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The intimation has been signed by Sanjeev Barnwal, Company Secretary & Head of Regulatory Framework, on behalf of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.43% | +9.70% | +10.58% | +19.13% | +53.05% | +114.43% |
How might the continued dilution of equity through ESOP allotments impact Ujjivan Small Finance Bank's earnings per share and shareholder value over the next few fiscal years?
What does the frequency and scale of ESOP exercises indicate about employee retention and sentiment at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank amid ongoing challenges in the microfinance sector?
Could Ujjivan Small Finance Bank's management consider revising or introducing new ESOP schemes beyond 2019 to attract and retain talent in an increasingly competitive small finance bank landscape?


































