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Intraday Trading Guide in India

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Intraday Trading Guide

What is Intraday?

How it Works

Timings

Benefits

Strategies

Indicators

vs Delivery

FAQ

What is Intraday Trading?

Intraday trading refers to buying and selling stocks within the same trading day. Traders open and close positions before the market closes, aiming to profit from short-term price movements instead of long-term investing.

In intraday trading, no delivery of shares takes place because all positions are squared off on the same day. At ATS, traders get advanced tools, fast execution, and real-time market insights to trade efficiently.

"Square off all positions before 3:30 PM to avoid automatic broker intervention."

Core Pillars

Same Day: Entry and exit within 6 hours

Leverage: Trade more with less capital

No Delivery: No shares stored in Demat

Volatility: Profit from price swings

Discipline: Strict entry and exit rules

How Intraday Trading Works

01

Stock Selection

Select a stock with strong liquidity and high volume.

02

Trend Analysis

Analyze price trends using technical charts and indicators.

03

Execute Order

Buy or sell shares during market hours using MIS orders.

04

Monitor Position

Track price fluctuations and set automated stop-loss limits.

05

Square Off

Exit position before 3:30 PM to realize daily gains.

06

Review Trade

Evaluate performance and refine your strategy for tomorrow.

Intraday Trading Timings in India

SessionTime DurationActivity
Pre-Open Market9:00 AM – 9:15 AMOrder entry and equilibrium price determination
Normal Trading Session9:15 AM – 3:30 PMContinuous buying and selling of securities
Closing Session3:30 PM OnwardsFinal price calculation and post-market square off

Benefits of Intraday Trading

Harness market momentum to generate daily income without the risk of overnight price gaps.

No Overnight Risk

Sleep peacefully without worrying about global market news affecting your holdings.

Lower Capital Needs

Leverage allow you to trade larger quantities with just a fraction of the value.

Daily Profit Potential

Consistent traders can generate regular income from small price movements.

High Liquidity

Focus on stocks that can be bought or sold instantly at prevailing prices.

Skill Development

Rapid trade feedback helps in mastering technical analysis and psychology.

Intraday Trading Strategies

Momentum Trading

Ride stocks moving strongly in one direction with surge in volume.

Breakout Trading

Enter trades when price crosses key resistance or support levels.

Moving Average

Use 20 EMA and 50 EMA crossovers for solid trend confirmations.

Scalping Strategy

Execute rapid trades capturing minor price ticks within minutes.

Best Indicators

RSI (Strength)
VWAP (Volume Average)
Moving Averages (EMA)
MACD (Momentum)
Bollinger Bands
Volume Analytics
Supertrend

Mastering 2-3 indicators is better than confusing yourself with many.

Top Intraday Stocks

Reliance Industries

HDFC Bank

ICICI Bank

Tata Motors

Infosys

State Bank of India (SBI)


Liquidity is key. High-volume stocks ensure tighter bid-ask spreads and faster execution.

Intraday vs Delivery Trading

FeatureIntraday TradingDelivery Trading
Holding PeriodSame Day (Square off)Long Term (Days to Years)
OwnershipNo (Digital Rights Only)Yes (Shares in Demat)
Risk LevelHigh (Quick Decisions)Moderate (Market Cycles)
Capital RequirementLow (High Leverage)Higher (Full Payment)
Profit TypeShort-term IncomeCapital Gains & Dividends

Start Trading with ATS

Unlock professional-grade trading tools and expert support to navigate the Indian markets with confidence.

Fast trade execution (Pocket App)

Advanced charting & real-time analytics

Secure trading infrastructure

Low brokerage transparent structure

High leverage for active traders

6 Steps to Success

1

Open Trading Account

Quick digital onboarding with ATS

2

KYC Verification

Secure and instant ID validation

3

Add Trading Funds

Instantly via UPI or Net Banking

4

Select Liquid Stocks

Pick high-volume intraday counters

5

Place MIS Order

Enter with stop-loss protection

6

Monitor & Exit

Book profits before market close

Start Your Journey

Frequently Asked Questions

Buying and selling stocks within the same day before market closing.

Yes, with proper strategy, discipline, and risk management.

You can start with small capital depending on margin availability.

Yes. Charts and indicators are essential for intraday trading.

Broker automatically closes the position before market close.

Disclaimer: Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Intraday trading involves higher risk and volatility due to shorter timeframes. Always use stop-loss and manage your positions responsibly. ATS provides trading tools and analytics services for educational and execution purposes.