What you will learn
Futures contracts are the most liquid derivatives on Indian exchanges, but they are also the easiest place for a beginner to blow up an account. This course gives you the conceptual map and operational discipline to trade futures responsibly.
From the forwards-market origins to today’s NSE Nifty futures, you will understand exactly how a contract is priced, why mark-to-market matters, and how to use futures both for directional trades and for portfolio hedging.
Topics covered (12 lessons)
- The forwards market and why futures evolved
- Futures contract specifications
- Leverage, payoff, and margin mechanics
- Mark-to-Market and the margin calculator
- Shorting in the futures market
- The Nifty futures contract in detail
- Futures pricing and fair value
- Hedging with futures
- Open interest — reading the smart money
Who this is for
- Equity traders looking to extend into derivatives
- Long-only investors who want to hedge a portfolio
- Anyone planning to trade NSE F&O
Frequently Asked Questions
Is futures trading risky?
Yes. Futures use leverage, so small adverse moves can wipe out the margin. This course builds the risk discipline you need before placing your first trade.
Do I need a broker account?
Yes — an F&O-enabled account with any SEBI-registered broker (Zerodha, Groww, Upstox, etc.). The course does not require one to follow along, only to apply it.
Does it cover commodity futures too?
Only equity-index and stock futures here. For MCX and currency futures, take the Currency & Commodity Futures course.
How is this different from Options Theory?
Futures have linear payoffs and no time decay; options have non-linear payoffs, Greeks, and volatility. Futures are simpler to model, options are richer.
Will I learn specific strategies?
Yes — hedging, calendar spreads, and the role of open interest are covered. For advanced multi-leg strategies, the Option Strategies course complements this one.
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