IRCTC Shares: NSE takes a big decision, this special facility will not be available from this date..

IRCTC shares are in the spotlight today due to a significant development. While this news is not expected to impact the share price of this railway stock, millions of traders will no longer have access to a specific trading facility related to this stock. The stock will cease trading in the F&O segment from February 25, 2026. This is disappointing news for investors and traders who buy and sell this stock in the futures and options segment.

However, the F&O contracts related to IRCTC shares that expire in December 2025, January 2026, and February 2026 will remain available for trading until their respective expiry dates, and new strike prices will also be offered in the current contract month.

What is the F&O segment?
The F&O (Futures and Options) segment is available in the stock market for trading derivatives. In this segment, traders or investors buy and sell call options, put options, or futures based on their predictions of future price fluctuations, without actually buying the underlying shares. Futures and options are hedging tools in the stock market, but they have also become a trading tool for traders seeking higher profits with less capital.

Why are IRCTC shares rising?
IRCTC shares have been trading strongly for the past three trading sessions and were trading slightly higher at ₹687 on December 23rd. This surge in railway-related stocks on Monday was largely due to the Indian Railways' announcement of a train fare hike effective December 26, 2025.

What is IRCTC's business?
IRCTC, a company of Indian Railways, primarily operates in the train ticketing and catering business. The company has a market capitalization of ₹54,872 crore.

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