GIFT Nifty Achieves Record Open Interest
GIFT Nifty, the offshore derivatives platform based at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), has set a new milestone by recording an all-time high open interest of USD 21.56 billion (approximately Rs 2.04 lakh crore) on June 25, 2026, according to a statement from GIFT IFSC. The previous record was USD 21.23 billion, achieved on October 24, 2025.
Record Number of Contracts
On the same day, the platform also saw a record 4,46,150 contracts, surpassing the earlier high of 4,10,100 contracts set in October 2025. This growth indicates strong participation and increasing investor interest in the offshore derivatives market.
Surge in Trading Turnover
Since the commencement of full-scale operations on July 3, 2023, GIFT Nifty has posted a cumulative volume of over 69.56 million contracts and a total turnover of USD 3.21 trillion as of June 25, 2026. The continuous increase in open interest reflects broader participation and global investor trust in the platform, the release stated.
Market Leadership and Regulatory Approvals
NSEIX, the international multi-asset exchange at GIFT City established on June 5, 2017, holds over 99.6% market share in the GIFT IFSC. GIFT Nifty and NSEIX have received a Part 30 exemption from the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) under Regulation 30.10, along with SEC class relief under Sections 5, 6, 15 and 17A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This enables US customers to participate in derivative contracts listed on NSEIX.
Gratitude to Participants
“We are glad to witness the success of GIFT Nifty and express our sincere gratitude to all the participants for their overwhelming support and making GIFT Nifty a successful contract,” said the release.
