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India INX Derivatives Simplified

  • Writer: GIFT CFO
    GIFT CFO
  • Jul 29
  • 2 min read

Updated: Sep 12


 Introduction


Understanding how exchanges earn revenue, and how costs are distributed among participants is essential for any serious trader or market participant. India INX ensures its fee framework is transparent, fair, and aligned with global norms. This final section also outlines some important miscellaneous rules that don’t fit neatly into earlier categories but are vital for the segment’s integrity.


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A modern financial hub showcasing sleek architecture, with digital billboards displaying market trends and a transparent pipeline symbolizing the flow of digital currency and regulated revenue.

Fee Structure at India INX Derivatives Segment

India INX levies various charges to cover its services and maintain operational excellence.

1. Exchange Fees

Fee Type

Description

Transaction Charges

Levied on executed trades (per contract or lot)

Membership Fees

One-time and annual recurring fees for members

Connectivity Fees

Charges for leased lines, co-location, and APIs

Listing Fees

Applicable for listing new derivative products or contracts

 Example: A trading member executing 500 currency futures contracts may pay a small per-contract fee (e.g., $0.10), depending on India INX’s published tariff schedule.

 2. Clearing & Settlement Charges

Collected by the India International Clearing Corporation (IICC):

  • Clearing Fee: Per trade cleared

  • Settlement Fee: Based on value and product

  • Margin Processing Fee: For real-time margin management services

 3. Refunds and Waivers

In certain cases (e.g., technical failures or regulatory decisions), India INX may:

  • Waive fees partially/fully

  • Refund overcharged amounts upon request

Such waivers are discretionary and typically documented in circulars or member notices.

 Miscellaneous Provisions

These are operational, legal, and transitional rules that bind the ecosystem together.

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A futuristic illustration depicting a modern financial exchange, symbolizing transparency and governance through interconnected icons like a notification bell, legal gavel, balance scales, rule-changing gears, and a document scroll.

 1. Circulars and Notifications

India INX regularly issues circulars, guidelines, and updates on:

  • Product changes

  • Margin revisions

  • Compliance reminders

  • Regulatory announcements

 Members must monitor official communication portals and comply accordingly.

 2. Dispute Resolution In case of disputes:

  • Members must first seek resolution through India INX’s internal grievance or arbitration framework

  • If unresolved, escalation can be made to IFSCA or arbitration authorities in GIFT City

 3. Legal Jurisdiction

  • All legal proceedings related to India INX and its Derivatives Segment fall under the jurisdiction of Gandhinagar, Gujarat (GIFT City)

  • International members must agree to this jurisdiction upon registration

 4. Power to Amend Rules

India INX reserves the right to revise rules, formats, or fees in response to:

  • Regulatory directives

  • Market developments

  • Risk concerns

Such changes are implemented only after prior communication via circulars.

 Final Summary: A Transparent, Global-Ready Framework

Topic

Key Takeaway

Fee Structure

Based on trading, connectivity, and membership activity

Refunds/Waivers

Allowed under specific cases with exchange discretion

Operational Notices

Members must follow official circulars and rule updates

Legal Framework

Jurisdiction fixed under GIFT City; arbitration available

 Series Wrap-Up: Why India INX Derivatives Matter

Over these seven blog posts, we’ve explored the entire ecosystem of India INX’s Derivatives Segment, from membership and trading to risk, technology, compliance, and investor protections. Designed for transparency, global access, and efficiency, this platform is a major step toward India’s vision of a world-class financial hub at GIFT IFSC.

Whether you're an institutional investor, a compliance officer, or an informed retail trader

 
 
 

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