State-owned insurance giant Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has announced a bonus issue for its shareholders.
The company’s board has approved a 1:1 bonus share issue, which means investors will receive one extra share for every one share they already hold.
This move is seen as a positive step for shareholders, as it increases the number of shares they own without any additional cost.
What Does 1:1 Bonus Mean for Investors?
In simple terms, if you own 100 LIC shares, you will get 100 additional shares for free.
Each share has a face value of Rs 10, and the bonus will be issued by using the company’s existing reserves.
LIC will issue around 632.49 crore new shares, doubling its current share count after the bonus is applied.
Record Date and Timeline
The record date—which decides who is eligible for the bonus shares—has not been announced yet.
However, LIC has shared that the bonus shares are expected to be credited to investors within 2 months, likely on or before June 12, 2026, after approvals are completed.
Key Financial Details You Should Know
Before the bonus issue, LIC’s total paid-up share capital stands at about Rs 6,324 crore.
After the bonus, this will double to approximately Rs 12,649 crore, as the number of shares increases.
The bonus shares will be issued from the company’s Reserves & Surplus, which stood at a massive Rs 14.64 lakh crore as of December 31, 2025.
Flexibility for LIC, Value for Shareholders
The bonus issue does not change the overall value of your investment immediately, but it increases liquidity and makes shares more accessible.
For LIC, it’s a way to reward shareholders while efficiently using its large reserves.
Overall, this bonus announcement is a significant development for LIC investors.
Keep an eye on the record date, as it will determine whether you qualify for the additional shares.
