CANARA BANK Option Chain (NSE) — Live OI, PCR & Greeks

Reading CANBK's chain today

The table above shows all active CANBK strikes for the 25 Aug 2026 monthly expiry. Right now the heaviest Call OI sits at 140 (1,69,08,750 OI) and the heaviest Put OI at 125 (1,17,85,500), placing the option writers' range at 125–140 against a spot of 131.4. CANBK's PCR of 0.81 reads neutral, and max pain for the series is 130.

Stock options vs index options

Unlike index contracts, CANBK options are deliverable — positions held into expiry can result in physical settlement, so most traders square off before the final sessions. Liquidity concentrates in the near-month at-the-money strikes; quotes far out-of-the-money can carry wide spreads, so check LTP against the bid-ask before sizing. Results announcements, sector news and F&O ban-list entry are the three events that reshape this chain fastest — CANBK's ban status is shown above and on the F&O ban list.

Using the levels

Treat 125 and 140 as the defended zone for this series, and confirm any breakout against fresh buildup rather than standing OI. For multi-leg positions on these strikes, the strategy builder imports this chain's live prices.

FAQs

What is the lot size for CANBK options?

The current lot size is 6,750 — specifications have been revised recently, so we display the live value rather than a fixed number.

When do CANBK options expire?

Stock options trade monthly series; the current series expires on 25 Aug 2026. Positions held into expiry are physically settled, so most traders square off in advance.

What does physical settlement mean for CANBK?

In-the-money stock options held to expiry settle by delivery of shares, requiring full value or holdings. This is the main reason stock-option OI unwinds faster into expiry than index OI.

Where can I see CANBK's futures build-up?

On the CANBK futures page, which shows price, OI and basis for current and next series alongside this chain.