Infosys Allots Nearly 9 Lakh Equity Shares Under Employee Stock Plans, Expands Share Capital
Bengaluru, May 30, 2026: IT services giant Infosys Ltd has allotted 8,95,814 equity shares to eligible employees following the exercise of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) under its employee stock compensation programs.
The company disclosed the development in a regulatory filing to stock exchanges, including BSE, NSE, and the New York Stock Exchange, stating that the allotment was approved through a Board resolution dated May 26, 2026, and subsequently approved on May 29, 2026.
Majority of Shares Issued Under Expanded Stock Ownership Program
According to the filing, Infosys allotted:
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88,115 equity shares under the 2015 Incentive Compensation Plan
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8,07,699 equity shares under the Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019
The allotment was made pursuant to the exercise of Restricted Stock Units by eligible employees, reinforcing the company's long-standing commitment to employee ownership and wealth creation.
Issued Share Capital Increases
Following the allotment, Infosys' issued and subscribed share capital has increased to ₹20,28,62,79,525, comprising 4,05,72,55,905 equity shares with a face value of ₹5 each.
The increase became effective from May 29, 2026, the company said in its filing.
Employee Ownership Remains a Key Talent Retention Tool
Infosys has historically used stock-based compensation plans as a strategic tool to attract, motivate, and retain talent across its global workforce. The company's employee stock ownership programs are designed to align employee interests with long-term shareholder value creation.
The latest allotment reflects the continued utilization of these programs by employees and underscores Infosys' emphasis on performance-linked rewards and ownership culture.
The disclosure has been made in accordance with regulatory requirements and has also been published on the company's website.
