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Option Greeks Explained: How Delta, Gamma, Theta, and Vega Drive NSE Option Prices
Published on October 9, 2026 • By Quantitative Derivatives Desk
Every price quoted on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) option chain is governed by mathematical sensitivities known as Option Greeks—Delta, Gamma, Theta, and Vega.
Delta (Δ) & Directional Exposure
Delta measures the expected price change in an option for every 1-point change in the underlying spot price. ATM options feature Deltas near ±0.50.
Theta (Θ) & Time Decay
Theta measures the daily rate of option premium erosion. Institutional option sellers leverage heavy OI defense zones to capture consistent time decay.