Delhivery Allots 1,96,962 Equity Shares Through Employee Stock Option Exercise
Delhivery Limited allotted 1,96,962 equity shares on January 09, 2026, following employee stock option exercises across three ESOP schemes. The allotment generated ₹9.04 lakh and increased paid-up capital to ₹74.83 crore. The shares rank pari-passu with existing equity and are not subject to lock-in restrictions.

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Delhivery Limited has completed the allotment of 1,96,962 equity shares following the exercise of vested employee stock options, as approved by the company's Stakeholders' Relationship Committee on January 09, 2026. The allotment represents the conversion of stock options across three employee benefit schemes and resulted in an increase in the company's paid-up share capital.
Share Allotment Breakdown
The total allotment of 1,96,962 equity shares was distributed across three distinct Employee Stock Option Plans:
| ESOP Scheme: | Shares Allotted |
|---|---|
| ESOP 2012: | 1,69,462 shares |
| ESOP II 2020: | 2,500 shares |
| ESOP III 2020: | 25,000 shares |
| Total: | 1,96,962 shares |
All shares carry a face value of ₹1.00 each and are fully paid-up. The newly allotted equity shares rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company in all respects.
Exercise Pricing Structure
The options were exercised at varying price points depending on the scheme and grant terms:
ESOP 2012 Exercise Prices:
- 500 options at ₹0.10 each
- 1,37,942 options at ₹1.00 each
- 12,000 options at ₹16.28 each
- 19,020 options at ₹29.85 each
ESOP II 2020 and ESOP III 2020:
- 2,500 options at ₹0.10 each (ESOP II 2020)
- 25,000 options at ₹0.10 each (ESOP III 2020)
Financial Impact
The exercise of these stock options generated ₹9.04 lakh in proceeds for the company. Consequently, Delhivery's paid-up share capital has increased from ₹74,80,95,781 to ₹74,82,92,743.
| Parameter: | Amount |
|---|---|
| Money Realized: | ₹9.04 lakh |
| Previous Paid-up Capital: | ₹74.81 crore |
| Revised Paid-up Capital: | ₹74.83 crore |
| Diluted EPS (Q2FY26): | ₹0.81 |
Regulatory Compliance and Terms
The allotment was conducted in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The employee stock option schemes comply with SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021.
Key features of the ESOP terms include provisions for handling options in cases of death, permanent incapacity, resignation, termination, or retirement. The schemes also incorporate adjustment mechanisms for corporate actions such as rights issues, bonus issues, share splits, or reorganizations. Importantly, the equity shares allotted through option exercise are not subject to any lock-in restrictions and can be freely traded upon allotment.
Historical Stock Returns for Delhivery
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.75% | +1.34% | +1.98% | -0.70% | +21.27% | -24.31% |
















































