Futures and options contracts for Force Motors and Godfrey Phillips India will be available for trading on the NSE from April 1, 2026, subject to eligibility criteria. The market lot size and strike scheme will be announced via a separate circular on March 30.
Why Are They Being Added?
Stocks enter the F&O segment based on SEBI's revised eligibility rules introduced in August 2024. To qualify, a stock must meet three key thresholds over a rolling six-month period in the cash market — a median quarter sigma order size of at least Rs 75 lakh, a minimum market-wide position limit of Rs 1,500 crore, and a minimum average daily delivery value of Rs 35 crore. These tighter norms were designed to improve liquidity and reduce the risk of stock manipulation.
Stocks that fail to meet these criteria for three consecutive months are removed from the F&O segment, and cannot re-enter for one year from their last traded date in derivatives.
Stock Performance on Friday
Force Motors closed 4.97% higher at Rs 21,750 on the NSE, while Godfrey Phillips ended marginally lower at Rs 1,994, down 0.11%. The benchmark Nifty 50 finished 0.49% higher.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Readers are advised to consult a SEBI-registered investment advisor before making any financial decisions.
