Axis Bank Limited allotted 43,588 equity shares of Rs. 2 each on April 28, 2026, under its ESOP/RSU scheme, increasing paid-up share capital from Rs. 6,217,131,820 to Rs. 6,217,218,996. The total outstanding equity shares increased from 3,108,565,910 to 3,108,609,498. This allotment reflects the exercise of stock options by employees and demonstrates the bank's ongoing commitment to employee incentive programs through equity participation.

Axis Bank Allots 43,588 Equity Shares Under ESOP/RSU Scheme on April 28, 2026

Axis Bank Limited has completed the allotment of 43,588 equity shares on April 28, 2026, under its Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) and Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) scheme. The allotment represents the exercise of stock options by eligible employees, reflecting the bank's ongoing employee incentive programs.

Share Capital Enhancement

The allotment has resulted in an increase in the bank's paid-up share capital structure. The following table shows the impact on the bank's equity base:

Parameter: Before Allotment After Allotment Paid-up Share Capital: Rs. 6,217,131,820 Rs. 6,217,218,996 Number of Equity Shares: 3,108,565,910 3,108,609,498 Face Value per Share: Rs. 2 Rs. 2

ESOP Implementation Details

The allotment was executed pursuant to the exercise of stock options and units under the bank's established ESOP/RSU scheme. Each equity share carries a face value of Rs. 2, maintaining consistency with the existing share structure. The exercise of these options demonstrates employee confidence in the bank's long-term prospects and provides them with equity participation in the institution's growth.

Corporate Communication

Axis Bank has formally communicated this development to the stock exchanges through its Company Secretary, Sandeep Poddar. The notification was sent to both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited on April 28, 2026, ensuring compliance with listing requirements and maintaining transparency with stakeholders.

Capital Structure Impact

The allotment represents a marginal increase in the bank's equity base, with the total share count rising by 43,588 shares. This incremental expansion of the paid-up capital reflects the bank's commitment to employee welfare through equity-based compensation while maintaining its overall capital structure integrity.

Axis Bank has published its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, under Regulation 30, 47 and 52 of the SEBI Listing Regulations. The results were published in Economic Times, Sandesh on April 26, 2026, and in Business Standard and Mint on April 27, 2026.

Standalone Financial Performance

The bank reported standalone net profit of ₹7,071.31 crores for Q4FY26 and ₹24,456.66 crores for the full year FY26. Total income from operations stood at ₹38,746.64 crores in Q4FY26 and ₹1,53,163.08 crores for FY26. Basic earnings per share (not annualised) was ₹22.76 for Q4FY26 and ₹78.82 for FY26.

Financial Metric (Standalone) Q4FY26 FY26 Q4FY25 FY25 Total Income from Operations ₹38,746.64 crores ₹1,53,163.08 crores ₹38,022.03 crores ₹1,47,934.10 crores Net Profit After Tax ₹7,071.31 crores ₹24,456.66 crores ₹7,117.50 crores ₹26,373.48 crores Basic EPS (₹) 22.76 78.82 22.99 85.28 Diluted EPS (₹) 22.63 78.31 22.87 84.77

Consolidated Results

On a consolidated basis, Axis Bank reported net profit of ₹7,602.63 crores for Q4FY26 and ₹26,364.85 crores for FY26. Total income from operations reached ₹41,142.69 crores in Q4FY26 and ₹1,62,211.95 crores for the full year. Basic EPS on consolidated basis stood at ₹24.47 for Q4FY26 and ₹85.04 for FY26.

Financial Metric (Consolidated) Q4FY26 FY26 Q4FY25 FY25 Total Income from Operations ₹41,142.69 crores ₹1,62,211.95 crores ₹39,958.04 crores ₹1,55,916.06 crores Net Profit After Tax ₹7,602.63 crores ₹26,364.85 crores ₹7,475.13 crores ₹28,055.11 crores Basic EPS (₹) 24.47 85.04 24.14 90.72 Diluted EPS (₹) 24.33 84.48 24.01 90.18

Balance Sheet Metrics

The bank maintained strong capital position with net worth at ₹1,96,039.77 crores as of March 31, 2026. Outstanding debts stood at ₹2,35,270.61 crores, resulting in a debt equity ratio of 1.15. Reserves (excluding revaluation reserves) reached ₹2,03,572.63 crores. The paid-up equity share capital with face value ₹2 per share stood at ₹621.63 crores.

Source: Company/INE238A01034

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