What is Options Buy Calculator?
Calculate how many option lots you can buy with your available margin, plus target profit and stop loss levels for smarter position sizing. Simply enter your values, and the calculator instantly computes accurate results using standard financial formulas. All calculations are performed entirely in your browser — nothing is stored or transmitted.
Formula Used
Enter premium per share and lot size to calculate contract value per lot. Divide available margin by contract value to find max lots. Target and SL are calculated as percentage of the premium.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the premium per share
- Enter the lot size (Nifty=65, BankNifty=30)
- Enter your available trading margin
- Enter target profit percentage
- Enter stop loss percentage
- View max lots, margin usage, target and SL levels
Worked Example
Premium: ₹150 | Lot: 65 | Margin: ₹50,000 → 5 lots | Contract: ₹9,750 | Target ₹180 (+20%): +₹9,750 | SL ₹135 (-10%): -₹4,875
Why Use This Tool?
- Know exactly how many lots to buy based on your margin
- Set realistic profit targets based on premium percentage
- Plan stop loss levels before entering the trade
- Understand margin utilization percentage
- Calculate exact profit/loss in rupees for target and SL
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Nifty lots can I buy with ₹50,000?
If Nifty premium is ₹150 and lot size is 65, contract value = ₹9,750. With ₹50,000 margin, you can buy 5 lots (50,000 ÷ 9,750 = 5.12, rounded down to 5). Margin used = ₹48,750 (97.5%).
What happens if the premium decreases after I buy?
If premium drops below your stop loss level, your position will incur a loss. The calculator shows exactly how much you lose at your SL%. For example, a 10% SL on ₹150 premium = ₹135. Loss per lot = ₹975. For 5 lots, total loss = ₹4,875.
Can I use this calculator for puts as well?
Yes. The calculations work for both call and put options. Simply enter the premium of the put option you are planning to buy.
What is the lot size for Nifty and BankNifty?
As of 2026: Nifty = 65 units per lot, Bank Nifty = 30 units per lot, Fin Nifty = 40 units per lot, MidCap Nifty = 75 units per lot. Lot sizes are revised periodically by NSE — always verify on the NSE website.
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