CA
636 Points
Joined January 2009
Sweat equity is usually given to directors as consideration for some knowhow is obtained from them or some knowledge is obtained from them for some technical process which is useful for production or service. Its consideration otherwise than in cash for selling such a right or disclosing such right/knowhow.
But ESOP is common option given to all employees to avail the shares of the company at a low price.In abroad options form a part of pay package for executives.
Both are similar but not the same.