What is Physical Settlement in Equity Derivatives (Futures & Options) and How to Place Order in 5paisa?

What is Physical Settlement in Equity Derivatives (Futures & Options) and How to Place Order in 5paisa?

The physical settlement means if you hold a position in any Stock F&O contract, at expiry, you will be required to give/take delivery of stocks. The physical settlement is restricted only to stock derivatives. Physical settlement of index options is not applicable. Index contracts are cash-settled only. For more information on how to place a request for Physical Delivery in Futures and Options (F&O), please click here.

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