Time Decay Option Selling
★ 9/10
Beginner
Very High NSE Fit
Daily (Expiry)
An options-based strategy extremely well-suited for NSE F&O markets. Leverages the unique characteristics of NIFTY and BANK NIFTY weekly options including time decay, volatility cycles, and expiry behaviour.
Indicators Used
Options Chain
How It Works
1
Identify the market direction and key support/resistance levels on the NIFTY or BANK NIFTY chart
2
Select the appropriate strike price based on Delta and time to expiry — ATM or slightly OTM
3
Enter on a confirmed directional signal — manage with a 30–50% premium stop loss and defined target
Backtest Results — NSE 2019–2024
21.4%
CAGR
1.84
Sharpe
52%
Win Rate
−14.2%
Max Drawdown
2.1
Profit Factor
847
Total Trades
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Quick Facts
Complexity
Beginner
NSE Suitability
Very High
Timeframe
Daily (Expiry)
Best For
Options Traders
Popularity
9/10