DCB Bank Allots 30,150 Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Option Plan
DCB Bank Limited has allotted 30,150 equity shares of Rs.10/- each to employees under its ESOP on February 17, 2026. The allotment increased the bank's paid-up share capital from 321,783,317 to 321,813,467 equity shares. The bank has informed stock exchanges about this development in compliance with SEBI regulations, demonstrating its commitment to employee engagement through equity participation schemes.
*this image is generated using AI for illustrative purposes only.
DCB Bank Limited has announced the allotment of equity shares to its employees under the Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP), marking another step in its employee engagement initiatives. The bank issued and allotted 30,150 equity shares of Rs.10/- each on February 17, 2026, to eligible employees as per the terms of its ESOP scheme.
Share Capital Enhancement
The allotment has resulted in an increase in the bank's issued and paid-up share capital. The following table shows the change in share capital structure:
| Parameter: | Before Allotment | After Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Equity Shares: | 321,783,317 | 321,813,467 |
| Face Value per Share: | Rs.10/- | Rs.10/- |
| Shares Allotted: | - | 30,150 |
Regulatory Compliance
DCB Bank has informed both the BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about this development through an official communication dated February 17, 2026. The notification was made in compliance with Regulation 30 and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The communication was signed by Rubi Chaturvedi, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of DCB Bank Limited, ensuring proper adherence to regulatory requirements and transparency in corporate actions.
ESOP Implementation
The Employee Stock Option Plan represents the bank's commitment to aligning employee interests with shareholder value creation. The allotment of 30,150 equity shares demonstrates the bank's ongoing efforts to reward and retain talent through equity participation schemes.
This allotment increases the total number of outstanding equity shares, reflecting the bank's structured approach to employee compensation and long-term incentive programs.
Historical Stock Returns for DCB Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.40% | +2.03% | +5.07% | +63.11% | +82.49% | +72.37% |
17
