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ESOP taxation in India: The complete guide (2026)
Ask ten employees when ESOPs are taxed and chances are most will answer:"When I sell my shares." It's one of the biggest misconceptions around...
Founders, finance and people teams all rely on the same equity record - we just give each of them the view they need.
Registrar & Transfer Agent (RTA)ServiceSimplify shareholder administration
Migrate to VestdServiceDigitise or move your existing scheme
Structure, manage, and communicate ESOPs
Cap table managementTrack ownership through every round
Shareholder dashboardsReal-time ownership views and reports
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)Receive shares once vesting conditions met
Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs)Share growth with no share purchases
Phantom StocksReward growth without giving away equity
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Ask ten employees when ESOPs are taxed and chances are most will answer:"When I sell my shares." It's one of the biggest misconceptions around...