ESOP Tax in India 2025: Rules, Rates, Examples & Filing
Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) are no longer a perk reserved for Silicon-Valley-style tech firms. In India, everyone—from high-growth startups to listed conglomerates—uses equity compensation to attract, motivate, and retain strong performers. For employees, ESOPs promise something salary alone rarely delivers: a stake in the long-term value they help create. For employers, ESOPs conserve cash, align incentives, and reduce attrition.