Athira Sethu
Kochi, 14 April 2026
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced a landmark 1:1 bonus issue for its shareholders, signaling a strategic move to reward its investors by capitalizing its reserves. This decision, approved by LIC’s board on April 13, 2026, ensures that shareholders will receive one fully paid-up equity share for every existing share they hold. While the total number of shares will double, the overall value of investment remains proportionately unchanged, reflecting the corporation’s strong reserves and sustained growth.
LIC Bonus Issue: Key Details
| Parameter | Details |
| Bonus Issue Ratio | 1:1 |
| Meaning | One additional free equity share for every share held |
| Total Bonus Shares | 632,49,97,701 equity shares |
| Face Value per Share | ₹10 |
| Aggregate Value of Bonus Shares | ₹6,324.99 crore |
| Source of Bonus Issue | Reserves & Surplus as of Dec 31, 2025 |
LIC Share Capital Details
| Parameter | Pre-Bonus Issue | Post-Bonus Issue |
| Paid-up Capital | ₹6,324.99 crore | ₹12,649.99 crore |
| Number of Equity Shares | 632,49,97,701 | 1,264,99,95,402 |
| Face Value per Share | ₹10 | ₹10 |
| Authorised Share Capital | ₹25,000 crore (2,500,00,00,000 shares) | ₹25,000 crore (unchanged) |
LIC Share Price Impact
| Parameter | Value |
| NSE Closing Price on Announcement Day | ₹803.65 |
| Price Change | +0.66% |
