What is a Options P&L Calculator?
A Options P&L Calculator is a free online tool that helps you calculate options profit, loss, breakeven price, maximum profit and maximum loss for call and put options. FinCalc Pro offers India's most accurate Options P&L Calculator with instant results, detailed charts, and step-by-step breakdowns — completely free with no login required.
Options P&L Calculator Formula
For Long Call: Profit if stock rises above strike + premium | For Long Put: Profit if stock falls below strike − premium | Max loss for buyer = Premium paid
How to Use Options P&L Calculator
- Select option type (Call or Put)
- Enter strike price and buy premium
- Enter lot size (Nifty=50, BankNifty=15)
- Enter current market price or premium
- Click Calculate to see P&L, breakeven and max profit/loss
Options P&L Calculator — Example
Long Call | Strike: 22000 | Buy Premium: ₹150 | Lot Size: 50 → Breakeven: 22150 | Max Loss: ₹7,500 | P&L at 22300: +₹7,500
Benefits of Using Options P&L Calculator
- Know exact breakeven price before entering trade
- Calculate maximum possible loss (premium paid)
- See P&L at different expiry prices
- Plan exit strategy based on target premium
Frequently Asked Questions — Options P&L Calculator
What is options P&L?
Options P&L is the profit or loss from an options trade. For option buyers, max loss is the premium paid. For option sellers (writers), max profit is the premium received but losses can be unlimited.
How to calculate options breakeven?
For Call option: Breakeven = Strike Price + Premium Paid. For Put option: Breakeven = Strike Price − Premium Paid. The stock must cross this level at expiry for the buyer to profit.
What is the lot size for Nifty options?
Nifty options lot size is 50 units. Bank Nifty lot size is 15 units. Lot sizes are revised periodically by NSE. Always check current lot size on NSE website before trading.