Nifty Monthly Expiry Today: SAIL Under F&O Ban on March 30, 2026

On March 27, 2026, the Sensex fell 1690.23 points (2.25% down) to end at 73,583.22, while the Nifty 50 fell 486.85 points (2.09% down) to close at 22,819.60. 

Indian stock markets will remain closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, for Shri Mahavir Jayanti 

Stock Under F&O Ban on Nifty's Monthly Expiry Day 

Ahead of the Nifty's Monthly expiry on March 30, 2026, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has placed SAIL under the Futures and Options (F&O) trading ban: 

This restriction is enforced when the open interest in the stock crosses 95% of the market-wide position limit (MWPL). While fresh derivative positions are disallowed, the stock continues to be available for trading in the cash market. 

The stock under the F&O ban for March 30, 2026, are: 

SAIL 

Steel Authority of India Share Price Performance  

As of March 27, 2026, at 3:30 PM, Steel Authority of India share price on NSE was closed at ₹146.47 down by 3.45% from the previous closing price. 

Why Is a Stock Under F&O Ban? 

A stock enters the Futures & Options (F&O) ban list on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) when the open interest in its derivative contracts crosses 95% of the Market-Wide Position Limit (MWPL). This measure is designed to control excessive speculation and ensure smooth market functioning. 

During the ban: 

• No new F&O positions can be initiated in that stock.
• Traders may only square off or reduce existing positions.
• Any breach of these rules can lead to penalties and disciplinary action by the exchange. 

This mechanism is especially important during periods of high volatility—such as contract expiry weeks—to prevent sharp price swings and maintain market stability. 

About Nifty Monthly Expiry 

Nifty 50 Futures & Options contracts expire on the last Tuesday of every month. If Tuesday happens to be a trading holiday, the expiry is shifted to the previous trading day. Settlement for all contracts is based on the closing price on the day of expiry. 

For convenience, some trading platforms display weekly contracts under the “monthly” tab during expiry week. This is purely a technical arrangement and does not change the actual expiry rules.  

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Conclusion 

Market sentiment remains subdued as traders tread carefully ahead of Nifty's Monthly expiry. With SAIL under the F&O ban, participants are likely to shift focus to cash market opportunities while awaiting expiry cues. 

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