Understanding the Taxability of ESOP Gains

According to Section 2(37) of Companies Act, 2013, Employees stock option schemes is an option given to the directors, employees or officers of the company or its holding and subsidiary company, the right to purchase or benefits or subscribe for the shares of the company at the predetermined price for a future date.

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