GIFT NIFTY Index

What is GIFT Nifty?

Gujarat International Finance Tech-City Nifty or GIFT Nifty is India’s first international financial service centre. GIFT Nifty Live provides investors with real-time data and updates on the price movements of Nifty 50 contracts traded on the NSE IFSC platform. This helps investors monitor the market, analyze trends, and implement trades efficiently. With GIFT Nifty investors can access the Indian stock market. The GIFT Nifty chart may be used to assess trends and performance to make well-informed trading decisions. 

What are the Timings of GIFT Nifty?

The GIFT Nifty Index has two trading sessions: the first runs from 6:30 a.m. to 3:40 p.m., and the second from 4:35 p.m. to 2:45 a.m. the next day, as per IST. The new timings of GIFT Nifty mean that they will overlap with the trading hours of the US, European, and Asian markets. Understanding these timings can help you gather useful information to analyze today's GIFT Nifty live chart and make smart decisions.

Why is SGX Nifty being shifted to GIFT Nifty?

As part of a partnership between the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Singapore Exchange (SGX), the SGX Nifty, which was formerly traded on the Singapore Exchange, is being converted to the GIFT Nifty. The key reasons include the following.

• Strengthen India’s Financial Markets: By moving transactions to GIFT City, India hopes to attract more offshore trading activity domestically. This campaign also promotes the growth of GIFT City as a worldwide financial hub. 
• Low Trading Costs: Trading in GIFT Nifty live can be more cost-efficient due to tax incentives and reduced regulatory burdens in the IFSC. The also makes sure that trading in Indian derivatives is more aligned with domestic regulatory loversight.

How to Trade in GIFT Nifty?

To trade in GIFT Nifty live today follow the steps mentioned below. 

1. Open Trading Account:  Choose a broker that is registered with GIFT IFSC. For opening a trading account, you need to complete the KYC requirements by submitting identity and address proof.
2. Fund Your Account: Deposit funds to your account through a designated bank or authorized financial institution. After funding the accounts you can place an order for GIFT Nifty contracts, including Nifty futures and options.
3. Track the Market: Monitor the market within the trading window that remains operational for nearly 24 hours. For real-time insights, you can track updates of GIFT nifty live today​.
4. Place Orders: Finally, place your orders in Gift Nifty. You can trade in Gift Nifty derivatives such as futures and options based on your investment strategy, financial objectives and, risk appetite.