10-gram gold futures to launch on NSE from March 16, 2026

NSE 10-Gram Gold Futures Details: After receiving approval from SEBI, NSE will launch 10-gram gold futures from March 16, 2026. This will allow retail investors to trade in smaller lots, as previously reported.10-gram gold futures to launch on NSE from March 16, 2026; smaller lot sizes benefit retail investors; learn trading details

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will launch 10-gram gold futures contracts in its derivatives segment from March 16, 2026. Following approval from SEBI, the exchange issued a circular informing about this. This new initiative will allow retail investors to trade in smaller lot sizes. This will provide an opportunity for more investors to trade. Importantly, these contracts will be issued in monthly series, allowing investors to trade in smaller lot sizes. This could lead to an increase in the number of investors.

Trading and Order Size

After the meeting, members were informed that they had met all the necessary requirements, following which they received SEBI approval. This will involve trading in 10-gram gold futures, with delivery units of 10 grams. Prices will be quoted on an ex-Ahmedabad basis. Monthly expiration rules will be followed, and the maximum order size is 10 kilograms. Hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 PM or 11:55 PM.

Contract expires on the last day of every month

The contract's expiration date will be the last day of each month. If the last day of the month is a market holiday, the previous trading day will be considered the expiration date. The expiration period is only one month, so the new contract will commence the next day after the old contract expires.

What is the status of gold futures now?

Starting March 16, 2026, NSE will launch Gold Futures in lot sizes of 10 grams. Currently, gold futures are available in lot sizes of 1 kilogram and 100 kilograms in the commodity segment. Currently, the minimum trading unit is 100 grams. However, starting March 16, retail investors will have a significant opportunity. This is because the minimum trading unit for retail investors has been quite high. Lowering the entry cost could increase investor participation.