How to Issue ESOP in a Private Limited Company (2025) | MGT-14 PAS-3 SH-6 Compliance Checklist

Issuing ESOPs is one of the smartest ways for private limited companies in India to retain top talent. This in-depth guide by Prashant Kumar explains how to issue ESOPs step-by-step — from drafting the ESOP Scheme to filing MGT-14, PAS-3, and maintaining SH-6 registers — under the Companies Act, 2013. Perfect for startups, CFOs, and company secretaries seeking practical ESOP compliance insights.