Megha Gala

ESOPs are a simple and effective method for fostering employee engagement in the company. ESOPs have proven to be a valuable tool in the startup ecosystem, motivating top talent and promoting employee retention. The statistics further validate this trend, with data from Inc42 Plus indicating that in 2022, Indian startup employees reaped over $196.5 million […]

Employee stock option plan (ESOP) are liquid assets for listed companies as employees can see their value or wealth created. In the case of Startups or unlisted companies, ESOPs cannot be sold in an open market. To mitigate this problem, many startups have started buying back the ESOPs issued to their employees, thereby providing them […]

ESOP Taxation Employee stock option plan (ESOP) are granted to eligible employees, who may exercise such options to acquire equity shares of the company in the future and at a predetermined exercise price. Such shares may be acquired subject to the conditions being met as per the plan. ESOPs will form part of the taxable […]

ESOP Taxation ESOP Taxation is the most significant factor in determining the creation of wealth through ESOPs. When it comes to ESOP taxes, there are 2 instances when taxes are paid that is (i) At the time of exercise of ESOP and (ii) At the time of sale of ESOP’s. Let us understand the implication […]

Employee stock option plans (ESOP) should help in building a skilled workforce, essential for company success in the modern world. Employee stock options have gained significant popularity in India thanks to the thriving ESOP startup culture, making them increasingly advantageous. What is ESOP? An Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) is a method of rewarding key […]