Summary
Coromandel International Limited has allotted 1,800 equity shares under its Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) Scheme 2016. The allotment was approved by the company’s Stakeholders Relationship Committee on June 23, 2026, resulting in a marginal increase in the company’s paid-up share capital.
ESOP Share Allotment Details
Coromandel International informed the stock exchanges that it has allotted 1,800 equity shares of face value ₹1 each to eligible employees under the company’s ESOP Scheme 2016.
The newly issued shares will rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company and will carry identical rights, including voting rights and entitlement to dividends.
Share Capital Increases Marginally
Following the allotment, the company’s paid-up equity share capital increased from ₹29,50,14,639 to ₹29,50,16,439.
The total number of outstanding equity shares also increased from 29,50,14,639 shares to 29,50,16,439 shares.
While the increase is relatively small, it reflects the company’s continued implementation of its employee stock ownership programme.
Purpose of the ESOP Scheme
The ESOP Scheme 2016 is designed to reward employees and align their interests with the long-term growth objectives of the company.
Employee stock option programmes are widely used by companies to:
Encourage employee retention
Improve workforce motivation
Promote ownership culture
Align employee and shareholder interests
Reward long-term performance
By granting equity participation, companies aim to create greater engagement among employees while sharing the benefits of future growth.
Regulatory Compliance
The company stated that the allotment was carried out in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, including Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The disclosure was submitted to both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE Limited.
Coromandel International Share Price Performance
As of June 23, 2026, Coromandel International shares closed at ₹1,992.80 on the NSE, registering a gain of 0.26% compared to the previous trading session.
The stock continues to remain in focus among investors due to its strong presence in India’s agriculture and fertilizer sector.
About Coromandel International
Coromandel International is one of India’s leading agri-solutions providers, operating across fertilizers, crop protection products, specialty nutrients, organic farming solutions, and retail agricultural services.
The company is part of the Murugappa Group and serves millions of farmers through its extensive distribution network across the country.
Conclusion
Coromandel International’s allotment of 1,800 equity shares under its ESOP Scheme 2016 reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to employee participation and long-term value creation. Following the allotment, the company’s paid-up equity capital stands at ₹29,50,16,439, comprising 29,50,16,439 equity shares.
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