UPL Limited Becomes First Company to List GDRs on NSE IX Platform
UPL Limited has made history by becoming the first company to complete a secondary listing of Global Depository Receipts on NSE IX, effective January 30, 2026. The listing includes 2,70,80,276 GDRs trading under symbol "UPL" with each GDR representing two equity shares. While maintaining primary listing on Singapore Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange's International Order Book, this NSE IX listing provides additional trading opportunities and demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding global market access for investors.

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UPL Limited has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first issuer to complete the secondary listing of its existing Global Depository Receipts (GDRs) programme on NSE IX. The company announced that its GDRs will be listed and admitted to trading effective from January 30, 2026, marking a historic moment for the NSE IX platform.
Secondary Listing Details
The secondary listing has been approved under applicable SEBI Regulations, with NSE IX being recognized as a permissible jurisdiction for such listings. NSE IFSC Limited confirmed the listing through its communication dated January 29, 2026, following UPL's application submitted on September 10, 2025.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Trading Symbol: | UPL |
| Series: | GDR |
| Number of DRs: | 2,70,80,276 (as on September 9, 2025) |
| Market Lot: | 1 |
| ISIN: | US90320U1152 |
| Representation Ratio: | 2:1 (each GDR represents two equity shares) |
Existing Trading Platforms
UPL's GDR programme maintains its primary listing on Singapore Stock Exchange Ltd (SGX) and is also admitted to trading on the International Order Book (IOB), which is London Stock Exchange's electronic trading platform for GDRs. The addition of NSE IX as a secondary listing venue provides investors with enhanced trading flexibility and broader market access.
Regulatory Framework
The listing has been executed in pursuance of multiple regulatory frameworks:
- Byelaws (1) & (2) of Chapter III of Byelaws of NSE IFSC Ltd.
- Exchange circular Ref. No. NSEIFSC/REG/572 dated November 4, 2020
- International Financial Services Centres Authority (Listing) Regulations, 2024
Compliance Requirements
UPL Limited will be required to ensure ongoing compliances in accordance with the depository receipts framework, listing agreement, and International Financial Services Centres Authority (Listing) Regulations, 2024. The company has been advised to use the symbol "UPL" in all future correspondences with the exchange.
Market Significance
This development represents a significant step for NSE IX in attracting international listings and demonstrates UPL's commitment to providing diverse investment opportunities to global investors. The secondary listing enhances the liquidity potential for UPL's GDRs while maintaining compliance with international regulatory standards.
Historical Stock Returns for UPL
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.12% | +3.51% | -7.51% | -1.90% | +32.92% | +32.00% |


































