Top Traded by Volume Today 25-Mar-2026: Most Active Stocks
Introduction
Indian equity benchmarks surged on March 25, 2026, with the Nifty 50 climbing 490 points (2.14%) to close at 23,402.25 and the Sensex gaining 1,567 points (2.12%) to settle at 75,635.55. The market displayed exceptional breadth, with about 3,085 shares advancing against 753 declining, indicating a broad-based rally. Sectors like Auto, Metals, and PSU Banks were the top performers, driving significant trading activity across the board.
Large Cap Top Traded by Volume
Eternal Ltd (+1.79%)
Eternal Ltd was among the most active counters, witnessing a trading volume of 6.81 crore shares. The stock gained in line with the broader market's bullish momentum, which saw significant participation from investors across sectors. The high volume indicates heightened investor interest in the stock during a strong market rally.
HDFC Bank Ltd (+2.16%)
HDFC Bank saw substantial trading volume as it rallied over 2% during the session. The buying activity was fueled by a strong, sector-wide upswing in banking stocks, with the Nifty PSU Bank index jumping nearly 3%. As a heavyweight component of the benchmark indices, the bank attracted significant investor flows amid the market's sharp recovery.
Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (+1.13%)
Kotak Mahindra Bank recorded high trading volumes, driven by the broad-based rally in the financial sector. The positive market sentiment, supported by a strong advance-decline ratio, encouraged active participation in large-cap banking names. The stock's movement was consistent with the overall strength seen across the banking industry.
Tata Steel Ltd (+3.01%)
Tata Steel shares climbed over 3% on the back of robust trading volumes. The primary catalyst was a strong rally in the metals sector, with the BSE Metal index gaining more than 2%. This sector-wide tailwind prompted strong buying interest in the steel major, making it one of the most traded stocks of the day.
Adani Power Ltd (+2.37%)
Adani Power was a high-volume mover, with over 3.55 crore shares changing hands. The stock gained amid a risk-on sentiment in the market that particularly benefited mid and small-cap stocks. The high trading activity reflects strong retail and institutional interest in the power sector during a bullish market session.
Mid Cap Top Traded by Volume
Vodafone Idea Ltd (+1.80%)
Vodafone Idea emerged as the most traded stock of the day with a staggering volume of 47.24 crore shares. The counter is a perennial favorite among retail investors, leading to consistently high trading activity. The modest gain was supported by the overall positive market sentiment and ongoing investor interest in the company's turnaround efforts.
Yes Bank Ltd (+2.16%)
Yes Bank was another actively traded counter, with volumes crossing 9.83 crore shares. The stock gained in tandem with the broader banking sector rally. High retail participation consistently keeps the stock on the high-volume list, and today's bullish market further amplified trading activity.
Suzlon Energy Ltd (+3.10%)
Suzlon Energy saw significant trading volume as the stock rallied over 3%. The move was part of a broader market upswing that saw strong buying in mid and small-cap stocks. As a prominent name in the renewable energy space, it often attracts high investor interest, which was evident in today's session.
IDFC First Bank Ltd (+1.92%)
IDFC First Bank registered high trading volumes, driven by the positive momentum in the banking sector. The stock gained nearly 2% as investors participated in the broad-based market rally. The combination of sector tailwinds and overall bullish sentiment contributed to its active trading session.
Steel Authority of India Ltd (+4.05%)
Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) surged over 4% on high volumes, propelled by a strong rally in metal stocks. The BSE Metal index gained over 2%, boosting investor sentiment for steel producers. The stock was also in the F&O ban list, which can sometimes lead to increased activity in the cash segment.
Small Cap Top Traded by Volume
Sammaan Capital Ltd (+6.21%)
Sammaan Capital surged with exceptionally high volumes after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved a proposed investment by Avenir Investment RSC. This regulatory green light, which could lead to a change in control and a significant capital infusion of around ₹8,850 crore, triggered a strong positive reaction from investors. The stock was one of the most traded on the exchange following the announcement.
Reliance Power Ltd (+5.74%)
Reliance Power witnessed a massive spike in trading volume, driven by strong retail investor interest. The stock rebounded sharply from near its 52-week low, capitalizing on the broad-based market rally. The surge of over 5% on high volume indicates speculative buying activity in the counter amid the bullish market environment.
Easy Trip Planners Ltd (+1.06%)
Easy Trip Planners was actively traded with over 8.85 crore shares changing hands. The high volume was accompanied by a modest gain, with investor interest possibly piqued by a recent company announcement regarding the launch of a 'Sunny Getaway Sale'. The stock's popularity among retail investors contributed to its position on the high-volume list.
Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd (+2.41%)
Jaiprakash Power Ventures was another high-volume counter, reflecting strong retail participation. The stock gained in line with the broader market's risk-on sentiment, which favored small-cap stocks. The power sector stock attracted significant trading interest as the market surged.
Sagility Ltd (+7.03%)
Sagility Ltd rallied over 7% on robust volumes after brokerage firm Nomura initiated coverage on the stock with a 'buy' rating. Nomura set a target price of Rs 55, citing the company as a key beneficiary of AI adoption and forecasting strong earnings growth. This positive analyst action served as a direct catalyst for the sharp price increase and heavy trading.
Market Overview
The Indian stock market witnessed a powerful rally, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 each gaining over 2%. The surge was attributed to positive global cues and expectations of de-escalation in geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Market breadth was overwhelmingly positive, with advancers outnumbering decliners by a wide margin, reflecting the broad-based nature of the rally.
All sectoral indices, with the exception of IT, closed in the green. The BSE Auto, Metal, and PSU Bank indices were among the top performers, each rising by nearly 3%. The strong performance extended to the broader market as well, with the Nifty Midcap and Smallcap indices closing with gains of almost 2%, indicating widespread investor confidence and buying activity across market capitalizations.
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