Delhivery has increased its equity base by issuing 11,79,486 new shares as part of its employee stock option plans. The Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee approved the allotment on 10 March, 2025, following the exercise of vested options by eligible employees.
The allotment is spread across three different employee stock option schemes. Under ESOP 2012, 3,24,337 shares were issued, while 6,89,049 shares were granted under ESOP II 2020. Another 1,66,100 shares were allotted under ESOP III 2020. Each share has a nominal value of Re 1 and carries the same rights as existing equity shares.
As a result of this issuance, Delhivery’s paid-up share capital has risen from Rs 74,44,01,993 to Rs 74,55,81,479. The exercise price for these stock options varied, with some as low as Rs. 0.10 and others reaching Rs 29.85. Through this process, the company has raised Rs 32,54,439.25 in total.
On the stock market, Delhivery’s shares remained steady. The company confirmed that the allocation complies with SEBI’s regulations on stock-based employee benefits. With this new issuance, Delhivery’s diluted earnings per share (EPS) stands at Rs 0.50, based on its Q3 FY25 financial results.
The move underlines the company’s focus on creating long-term value for employees. By embedding ownership into its employee- benefits programme, the company is building a culture that prioritises shared growth and rewards commitment.
