The monthly expiry day is one of the most volatile trading sessions in the Indian stock market. With option contracts expiring, traders witness significant price movements, making it a crucial day for strategy execution. In this article, we will analyze the probable range for Nifty, Bank Nifty, Fin Nifty, and Midcap Nifty for the April 2026 Monthly Expiry and discuss how traders can position themselves effectively.
Predicted Range for Nifty, Bank Nifty, Fin Nifty & Midcap Nifty
Nifty 50 Expiry Analysis
Intraday Levels for Nifty:
Buy Above 24110 Tgt 24159, 24211 and 24263 ( Nifty Spot Levels)
Sell Below 24055 Tgt 24003, 23952 and 23900 (Nifty Spot Levels)
Expiry Levels for Nifty:
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Upper End of Expiry: 24341
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Lower End of Expiry: 23878
- Strategy:
- Strangle for range-bound movement
- Bull Call Spread for an upside breakout
Bank Nifty Expiry Analysis
Intraday Levels for Bank Nifty:
Buy Above 56342 Tgt 56462, 56582 and 56702 ( Bank Nifty Spot Levels)
Sell Below 56222 Tgt 56105, 55988 and 55871 (Bank Nifty Spot Levels)
Expiry Levels for Bank Nifty:
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Upper End of Expiry: 56843
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Lower End of Expiry: 55760
- Strategy:
- Iron Condor for a defined range
- Straddle for sharp moves due to FII activity
Fin Nifty Expiry Analysis
Intraday Levels for Finance Nifty:
Buy Above 26185 Tgt 26213, 26267 and 26321 ( Fin Nifty Spot Levels)
Sell Below 26144 Tgt 26108, 26066 and 26006 (Fin Nifty Spot Levels)
Expiry Levels for Finance Nifty:
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Upper End of Expiry: 26431
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Lower End of Expiry: 25928
- Strategy:
- Debit Spread for directional bias
- Short Strangle for theta decay benefits
Midcap Nifty Expiry Analysis
Intraday Levels for Mid Cap Nifty:
Buy Above 13960 Tgt 14000, 14040 and 14081 ( Midcap Nifty Spot Levels)
Sell Below 13920 Tgt 13880, 13840 and 13800 (Midcap Nifty Spot Levels)
Expiry Levels for Mid Cap Nifty:
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Upper End of Expiry: 14081
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Lower End of Expiry: 13761
- Strategy:
- Butterfly Spread for controlled risk
- Ratio Spread for trending moves
Nifty Next 50 Expiry Analysis
Intraday Levels for Nifty Next 50:
Buy Above 70902 Tgt 71034, 71166 and 71300 ( Nifty Next 50 Spot Levels)
Sell Below 70770 Tgt 70638, 70506 and 70374 (Nifty Next 50 Spot Levels)
Expiry Levels for Nifty Next 50:
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Upper End of Expiry: 71509
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Lower End of Expiry: 70148
Best Trading Strategies for Expiry Day
1. Option Selling for Theta Decay
- Selling out-of-the-money (OTM) strangles or straddles in the morning session.
- Exiting positions by 2 PM to avoid sharp swings.
2. Directional Trades Post 1 PM
- Wait for institutional moves and breakouts in major indices.
- Use Volume & VWAP Analysis to confirm trends.
3. Scalping in the Last Hour (3 PM Move)
- Expiry days witness sudden momentum in the last 30 minutes.
- Scalpers can use quick 5-minute chart breakouts to capture short moves.
4. Max Pain-Based Strategies
- Monitor max pain levels for Nifty and Bank Nifty.
- Sell iron condors or credit spreads around those levels.
These levels are derived from current market data and are subject to change with market dynamics. Traders should monitor these levels closely and employ appropriate risk management strategies during trading.
Note: Market conditions can change rapidly. It’s advisable to stay updated with live market data and consult with financial advisors before making trading decisions.
