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India VIX Overview

Today’s low

Today’s high

₹ 11.55 ₹ 11.99
₹ 11.96

52 week low

52 week high

₹ 9.40 ₹ 23.19
₹ 11.96


 

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An Overview

Investing in the stock market can be a thrilling experience, with the potential for significant gains and, unfortunately, significant losses. Understanding market volatility is crucial for any investor, and one tool that can help you gauge this volatility in the Indian stock market is the India VIX.

What is India VIX?

India VIX, short for "India Volatility Index," is a measure of market expectations of future volatility. In simpler terms, it's like a weather forecast for the stock market. Just as a weather forecast predicts the likelihood of rain or sunshine, India VIX indicates the likelihood of market turbulence or stability in the near future.

Why Do We Need India VIX?

Imagine you're planning a picnic, and you want to know if the weather will be sunny or rainy. Knowing the weather forecast helps you prepare for the day and make decisions accordingly. In a similar fashion, India VIX helps investors and traders prepare for market conditions by providing insights into market sentiment.

How Does India VIX Work?

India VIX is calculated based on the prices of options on the Nifty 50 Index, which is the benchmark index for the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in India. Options are financial derivatives that give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a particular asset at a predetermined price (strike price) on or before a specific date (expiration date).

To calculate India VIX, the NSE uses option prices from the near-month and next-month Nifty 50 Index options. The formula for India VIX takes into account the implied volatility of these options. Implied volatility reflects market expectations and can be thought of as a measure of the market's fear or uncertainty.

How to Calculate India VIX Value

India VIX is derived using the Black-Scholes model for option pricing and uses bid-ask quotes of out-of-the-money options to compute expected volatility. The key inputs are:

  • Time to expiry (of near & next month Nifty options)
  • Strike prices of options
  • Bid-ask prices
  • Risk-free interest rate

The weighted average of implied volatilities across selected strike prices results in the final India VIX figure, expressed in annualized percentage terms.

Interpreting India VIX

Understanding India VIX can be a bit tricky. Let's break it down further:

  • Low India VIX (10–15): Indicates a calm market with minimal fear — suitable for long-term investors.
  • Medium India VIX (15–25): Reflects moderate uncertainty — swing traders may find this environment opportunistic.
  • High India VIX (25+): Suggests high volatility and fear — favorable for short-term traders, caution for long-term investors.

Benefits of India VIX

  • Risk Management: Assesses market risk, helping investors adjust exposure levels.
  • Timing Entry and Exit: Guides when to enter or exit trades based on volatility levels.
  • Diversification: Helps build portfolios that perform across varying volatility conditions.
  • Hedging: Enables use of options to protect against adverse price movements.

How to Access India VIX

India VIX data is available on financial news websites, brokerage platforms, and the NSE’s official site. It is updated throughout the trading day and is often displayed alongside Nifty and Sensex values on TV and online tickers.

Real-World Example

Suppose India VIX is currently at 15, suggesting moderate volatility:

  • Long-term investors: May continue holding as the market is stable.
  • Day traders: Might look for short-term opportunities from expected price swings.
  • Risk-averse investors: May use protective options to limit potential losses.

What is Market Volatility?

Market volatility refers to the rate at which asset prices increase or decrease over a given period. High volatility means prices fluctuate rapidly; low volatility means more stable price movements. It is a direct indicator of investor sentiment, risk perception, and external factors like economic news or global events.

What is the Relation Between India VIX and Nifty?

India VIX and Nifty tend to have an inverse relationship. When the Nifty rises steadily, India VIX often drops, signaling calm. Conversely, if the Nifty falls sharply, India VIX typically spikes, reflecting fear and expected turbulence. This makes VIX a leading indicator of sentiment shifts in Nifty-based investments.

How to Calculate India VIX Value

The India VIX value is calculated using the Black-Scholes model, which considers the premium prices of Nifty options. The calculation involves the following steps:

  • Identify Near and Next Term Nifty Options: Select the near-term and next-term Nifty 50 options contracts with at least eight days to expiry.
  • Calculate the Forward Index Level (F): This is done by identifying the at-the-money strike price and using it to calculate the forward index level.
  • Determine K0: The strike price at which the absolute difference between the call and put prices is the smallest.
  • Calculate Volatility for Each Strike Price: Use the mid-price of the bid-ask spread for both call and put options to calculate the variance for each strike price.
  • Compute Weighted Average of Variances: This involves weighting each strike price variance by the inverse of the square of the strike price.
  • Calculate the India VIX: The final India VIX value is derived by taking the square root of the weighted average variance and annualizing it.

Where:
 

  • ΔKi = Interval between strike prices.
  • Ki = Strike price.
  • R = Risk-free interest rate.
  • T = Time to expiration.
  • Q(Ki) = Mid-price of bid-ask spread for each strike price.
  • F = Forward index level.

This calculation reflects the expected market volatility, helping traders and investors to make informed decisions.

Wrapping Up

In the world of stock market investing, understanding and using tools like India VIX can make a significant difference in your success. By recognizing the market's level of expected volatility, you can make informed decisions, manage risk effectively, and potentially maximise your returns.

Remember, India VIX is not a standalone signal. It works best when used alongside technical indicators, chart patterns, and fundamental analysis. Whether you're a trader or long-term investor, India VIX adds an essential dimension to your market strategy.

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  • NSE
  • BSE
NAME PRICE CHANGE CHANGE% PREVIOUS CLOSE
Nifty 50
26242.95
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37.65 0.14% 26205.30 forward-arrow
Nifty Bank
59625.50
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97.45 0.16% 59528.05 forward-arrow
Nifty 100
26785.45
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42.40 0.16% 26743.05 forward-arrow
Nifty 200
14607.35
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24.85 0.17% 14582.50 forward-arrow
Nifty Fin Service
27863.75
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64.25 0.23% 27799.50 forward-arrow
Nifty Midcap Select
17424.10
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1606.75 10.16% 15817.35 forward-arrow
Nifty 500
24000.30
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45.10 0.19% 23955.20 forward-arrow
NIFTY Alpha 50
52290.90
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103.75 0.20% 52187.15 forward-arrow
Nifty Auto
27790.75
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94.35 0.34% 27696.40 forward-arrow
Nifty CPSE
6442.75
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17.10 0.27% 6425.65 forward-arrow
Nifty Energy
36009.15
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44.35 0.12% 35964.80 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 4 8Yr
3225.93
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0.00 0.00% 3225.93 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 8 13Yr
2976.41
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0.52 0.02% 2975.89 forward-arrow
NIFTY INDIA MFG
15349.55
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31.80 0.21% 15317.75 forward-arrow
Nifty Infra
9710.40
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12.15 0.13% 9698.25 forward-arrow
Nifty IT
37372.00
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7.40 0.02% 37364.60 forward-arrow
Nifty Media
1449.95
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1.90 0.13% 1448.05 forward-arrow
Nifty Metal
10361.15
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80.45 0.78% 10280.70 forward-arrow
Nifty Midcap 50
17457.95
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33.85 0.19% 17424.10 forward-arrow
Nifty MNC
30380.85
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70.10 0.23% 30310.75 forward-arrow
Nifty Next 50
69356.55
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167.15 0.24% 69189.40 forward-arrow
Nifty Pharma
22883.40
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21.05 0.09% 22862.35 forward-arrow
Nifty PSE
9862.15
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21.55 0.22% 9840.60 forward-arrow
Nifty PSU Bank
8561.65
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9.70 0.11% 8551.95 forward-arrow
Nifty Pvt Bank
28758.10
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62.75 0.22% 28695.35 forward-arrow
Nifty Realty
910.00
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-1.45 -0.16% 911.45 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 50
8779.20
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16.50 0.19% 8762.70 forward-arrow
NIFTY TOTAL MKT
13480.35
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26.30 0.20% 13454.05 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 10Yr
2625.50
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0.38 0.01% 2625.12 forward-arrow
Nifty FMCG
55524.55
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81.95 0.15% 55442.60 forward-arrow
Nifty Commodities
9269.40
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25.55 0.28% 9243.85 forward-arrow
NIFTY CONSR DURBL
37887.30
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-209.10 -0.55% 38096.40 forward-arrow
Nifty FinSrv25 50
30471.40
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73.60 0.24% 30397.80 forward-arrow
Nifty GrowSect 15
12403.10
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7.40 0.06% 12395.70 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 10Yr Cln
901.51
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-0.03 0.00% 901.54 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 11 15Yr
3250.59
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1.21 0.04% 3249.38 forward-arrow
Nifty GS 15YrPlus
3469.89
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0.00 0.00% 3469.89 forward-arrow
Nifty GS Compsite
3055.23
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0.56 0.02% 3054.67 forward-arrow
NIFTY HEALTHCARE
14964.20
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-2.90 -0.02% 14967.10 forward-arrow
NIFTY IND DIGITAL
9442.35
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13.75 0.15% 9428.60 forward-arrow
NIFTY LARGEMID250
16958.20
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32.45 0.19% 16925.75 forward-arrow
NIFTY M150 QLTY50
24344.25
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42.65 0.18% 24301.60 forward-arrow
NIFTY MICROCAP250
23331.10
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89.60 0.39% 23241.50 forward-arrow
Nifty Mid Liq 15
16659.20
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35.10 0.21% 16624.10 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDCAP 100
61197.85
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136.15 0.22% 61061.70 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDCAP 150
22469.40
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50.30 0.22% 22419.10 forward-arrow
NIFTY MIDSML 400
20415.80
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53.10 0.26% 20362.70 forward-arrow
NIFTY OIL AND GAS
12207.65
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-0.15 0.00% 12207.80 forward-arrow
Nifty Serv Sector
34066.80
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49.45 0.15% 34017.35 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 100
18015.00
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43.15 0.24% 17971.85 forward-arrow
NIFTY SMLCAP 250
16885.40
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55.60 0.33% 16829.80 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 EQL Wgt
34032.95
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61.90 0.18% 33971.05 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 LowVol30
21103.35
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5.95 0.03% 21097.40 forward-arrow
NIFTY100 Qualty30
5840.45
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5.70 0.10% 5834.75 forward-arrow
Nifty100ESGSecLdr
4367.10
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5.60 0.13% 4361.50 forward-arrow
Nifty200Momentm30
32153.05
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2400.35 8.07% 29752.70 forward-arrow
Nifty50 Div Point
249.14
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42.81 20.75% 206.33 forward-arrow
Nifty50 PR 1x Inv
198.55
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-11.30 -5.38% 209.85 forward-arrow
Nifty50 PR 2x Lev
14867.20
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-4802.00 -24.41% 19669.20 forward-arrow
Nifty50 TR 1x Inv
162.45
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-9.55 -5.55% 172.00 forward-arrow
Nifty50 TR 2x Lev
22246.60
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2577.40 13.10% 19669.20 forward-arrow
Nifty50 Value 20
13134.60
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624.60 4.99% 12510.00 forward-arrow
NIFTY500 MULTICAP
16562.45
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877.25 5.59% 15685.20 forward-arrow
NAME PRICE CHANGE CHANGE% PREVIOUS CLOSE
SENSEX
85758.44
148.93 0.17% 85609.51 forward-arrow
BSE100
27461.46
44.23 0.16% 27417.23 forward-arrow
SNSX50
27389.46
44.48 0.16% 27344.98 forward-arrow
BSE200
11860.36
20.25 0.17% 11840.11 forward-arrow
BSE500
37641.82
72.18 0.19% 37569.64 forward-arrow
BSE CG
69762.53
71.23 0.10% 69691.30 forward-arrow
BSE CD
61974.98
-154.27 -0.25% 62129.25 forward-arrow
BSEPSU
20556.64
54.47 0.27% 20502.17 forward-arrow
TECK
18362.27
12.86 0.07% 18349.41 forward-arrow
BANKEX
66900.96
110.04 0.16% 66790.92 forward-arrow
AUTO
61806.72
199.48 0.32% 61607.24 forward-arrow
METAL
34324.37
260.76 0.77% 34063.61 forward-arrow
OILGAS
28719.75
-3.14 -0.01% 28722.89 forward-arrow
DOL30
7886.20
12.76 0.16% 7873.44 forward-arrow
DOL100
3182.07
4.82 0.15% 3177.25 forward-arrow
DOL200
2212.00
3.80 0.17% 2208.20 forward-arrow
REALTY
7080.30
-1.84 -0.03% 7082.14 forward-arrow
POWER
6685.25
19.75 0.30% 6665.50 forward-arrow
BSEIPO
15784.35
68.19 0.43% 15716.16 forward-arrow
GREENX
7827.50
0.00 0.00% 7827.50 forward-arrow
CARBON
4344.48
0.00 0.00% 4344.48 forward-arrow
SMEIPO
105313.71
637.13 0.61% 104676.58 forward-arrow
INFRA
594.01
2.72 0.46% 591.29 forward-arrow
CPSE
3822.34
13.24 0.35% 3809.10 forward-arrow
MIDCAP
47347.01
111.49 0.24% 47235.52 forward-arrow
SMLCAP
52527.11
204.50 0.39% 52322.61 forward-arrow
BSEFMC
20401.67
38.67 0.19% 20363.00 forward-arrow
BSE HC
44846.44
51.98 0.12% 44794.46 forward-arrow
BSE IT
36293.54
31.47 0.09% 36262.07 forward-arrow
MFG
1100.75
2.51 0.23% 1098.24 forward-arrow
ALLCAP
10471.31
0.00 0.00% 10471.31 forward-arrow
COMDTY
7801.96
41.54 0.54% 7760.42 forward-arrow
CONDIS
10039.36
7.85 0.08% 10031.51 forward-arrow
ENERGY
12166.90
4.19 0.03% 12162.71 forward-arrow
FINSER
13259.16
27.45 0.21% 13231.71 forward-arrow
INDSTR
15027.90
61.16 0.41% 14966.74 forward-arrow
LRGCAP
10063.14
16.31 0.16% 10046.83 forward-arrow
MIDSEL
17767.45
24.28 0.14% 17743.17 forward-arrow
SMLSEL
8193.23
21.56 0.26% 8171.67 forward-arrow
TELCOM
3110.93
10.58 0.34% 3100.35 forward-arrow
UTILS
5235.70
20.99 0.40% 5214.71 forward-arrow
BHRT22
9069.11
37.99 0.42% 9031.12 forward-arrow
ESG100
438.69
0.62 0.14% 438.07 forward-arrow
MID150
16586.60
43.86 0.27% 16542.74 forward-arrow
SML250
6770.68
19.89 0.29% 6750.79 forward-arrow
LMI250
11240.86
20.13 0.18% 11220.73 forward-arrow
MSL400
12283.81
33.68 0.27% 12250.13 forward-arrow
BSEDSI
1040.89
1.64 0.16% 1039.25 forward-arrow
BSEEVI
1034.58
3.23 0.31% 1031.35 forward-arrow
BSELVI
1893.06
-0.05 0.00% 1893.11 forward-arrow
BSEMOI
2294.68
3.35 0.15% 2291.33 forward-arrow
BSEQUI
1866.04
2.03 0.11% 1864.01 forward-arrow
DFRGRI
1696.55
3.98 0.24% 1692.57 forward-arrow
LCTMCI
9660.84
15.37 0.16% 9645.47 forward-arrow
BSEPBI
21123.13
16.97 0.08% 21106.16 forward-arrow

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