One 97 Communications Grants 1,77,044 Stock Options and Allots 70,504 Equity Shares Under ESOP 2019

One 97 Communications Limited, the parent entity of Paytm, disclosed on May 06, 2026, that its Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) approved the grant of 1,77,044 stock options to eligible employees under the One 97 Employees Stock Option Scheme 2019 (ESOP 2019). The NRC meeting commenced at 05:30 p.m. (IST) and concluded at 06:00 p.m. (IST). The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Stock Option Grant Details

The NRC approved the grant of 1,77,044 stock options under ESOP 2019, each convertible into one fully paid-up equity share of face value ₹1. The exercise price has been set at ₹9 per stock option. The committee also took note of 4,90,055 lapsed and cancelled stock options — comprising 4,88,232 options that lapsed in accordance with the terms and conditions of ESOP 2019, and 1,823 options that were cancelled.

The following table summarises the key parameters of the stock option grant:

Parameter: Details Scheme Name: One 97 Employees Stock Option Scheme 2019 (ESOP 2019) Options Granted: 1,77,044 Exercise Price: ₹9 per stock option Face Value per Share: ₹1 Options Lapsed: 4,88,232 Options Cancelled: 1,823 Total Lapsed & Cancelled: 4,90,055 Lock-in on Allotted Shares: No Lock-in

Stock options granted under ESOP 2019 may be exercised at any time during the period of continuous active employment from the date of vesting of the respective options. The scheme also provides for treatment of stock options in cases of death, permanent incapacity, resignation, termination, retirement, or abandonment. In the event of corporate actions such as rights issues, bonus issues, splits, consolidations, mergers, or other reorganisations, requisite adjustments shall be made in a fair and reasonable manner in accordance with ESOP 2019.

Equity Share Allotment and Capital Structure

In addition to the option grant, the NRC approved the allotment of 70,504 equity shares of face value ₹1 each, as fully paid-up, to eligible employees upon exercise of vested options under ESOP 2019. The allotment date is May 06, 2026, with the distinctive numbers of the shares ranging from 65,56,76,423 to 65,57,46,926 (both inclusive). The exercise price per share stood at ₹9, with a premium of ₹8 per share.

The key details of the allotment and resultant capital structure are presented below:

Parameter: Details Shares Allotted: 70,504 equity shares Face Value per Share: ₹1 Exercise Price per Share: ₹9 Premium per Share: ₹8 Date of Issue: May 06, 2026 Distinctive Numbers: 65,56,76,423 to 65,57,46,926 (Both Inclusive) Share Capital (Pre-Allotment): 64,01,09,676 equity shares Share Capital (Post-Allotment): 64,01,80,180 equity shares Total Issued Share Capital (Post-Issue): ₹64,01,80,180

Consequent to the allotment, the issued, subscribed, and paid-up equity share capital of the company increased from 64,01,09,676 equity shares to 64,01,80,180 equity shares. All newly allotted equity shares rank pari-passu with the existing equity shares of the company in all respects, and no lock-in applies to these shares.

Regulatory Compliance

The stock option grant and allotment are in compliance with the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. The original ESOP 2019 scheme was filed with the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on December 7, 2021 and March 8, 2022 (filing numbers 29276 and 30286), and with BSE Limited on December 6, 2021 and March 8, 2022 (filing numbers 143088 and 148040). The disclosure has been made by Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Sunil Kumar Bansal, and will also be hosted on the company's investor relations website at ir.paytm.com.

One 97 Communications Limited has announced key dates for its Q4FY26 financial results disclosure and investor engagement activities. The company has scheduled a board meeting and earnings conference call to discuss its performance for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026.

Board Meeting and Financial Results

The company's board of directors will convene on May 6, 2026 to consider and approve the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for Q4FY26. This meeting represents a crucial milestone in the company's quarterly reporting cycle, where directors will review and formally approve the financial performance data.

Earnings Conference Call Details

Following the board meeting, One 97 Communications will host an earnings conference call for investors and analysts on May 7, 2026. The call is scheduled to run from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM IST, providing stakeholders with an opportunity to discuss the company's Q4FY26 financial results directly with management.

Event Details: Information Board Meeting Date: May 6, 2026 Earnings Call Date: May 7, 2026 Call Timing: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM IST Registration: Pre-registration required via Zoom webinar link

Trading Window Closure

In accordance with regulatory requirements, the company has implemented a trading window closure for designated persons and their immediate relatives. This restriction, which was initially communicated on March 27, 2026, will remain in effect until May 8, 2026. The closure ensures compliance with insider trading regulations during the financial results announcement period.

Registration and Access

Investors and analysts interested in participating in the earnings call must complete mandatory pre-registration through the company's designated Zoom webinar platform. The registration link and additional details are available on the company's investor relations website at https://ir.paytm.com/ .

The announcement was formally communicated to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited on April 28, 2026, ensuring compliance with Regulation 29 and 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.

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