India VIX Today: Volatility Index Price, Trends, and Market News
The India VIX, a crucial measure of expected market volatility, is a key indicator for traders and investors in the Indian stock market. Often called the 'fear index', its level indicates the market's anticipation of Nifty 50's volatility over the next 30 days. Here’s a breakdown of the India VIX today, its recent performance, and the news shaping its movements.
Today's India VIX Price
As of the market close on 4th June 2025, the India VIX settled at Rs. 15.77.
For the most current, regularly updated India VIX share price, please refer to the live ticker section located above on this page. That section provides a real-time share price summary, including the top gainer and loser stocks daily. It is important to note that the India VIX is an index and not a stock, so it doesn't have a share price but rather a point value.
India VIX Historical Returns
Here is a look at the historical performance of the India Volatility Index, with returns reflecting percentage changes in the index level as of 4th June 2025.
- 1 Week: -24.45%
- 1 Month: -6.13%
- 3 Months: +23.22%
- 6 Months: +16.60%
- 1 Year: -30.35%
The India VIX Index has shown a significant decline over the past week and month, suggesting a considerable cooling off in market fear and an expectation of lower volatility. However, looking at the 3-month and 6-month data, the index had seen a substantial spike, indicating a period of heightened uncertainty and risk perception in the recent past. The sharp drop in the last week points to a market that is now pricing in more stability after a turbulent period.
India VIX News and Updates
Recent trends in the India VIX have been driven by both global and domestic factors. In the preceding month of May 2025, the VIX had surged, touching multi-month highs. This rise was largely attributed to global uncertainties, including fears of a renewed trade war and volatile foreign portfolio investor (FPI) flows. FPIs had been significant sellers in the cash market, which increased market nervousness and pushed the fear gauge higher.
However, entering June, there has been a notable reversal, with the VIX dropping sharply. This cool-down suggests that investors' fears are subsiding. One of the primary factors affecting the India VIX has been the market's anticipation of the upcoming RBI monetary policy, with expectations of a stable policy stance bringing some calm.
Historically, the India VIX has an inverse correlation with the Nifty 50. A rising VIX often signals that traders expect a market downturn or correction, while a falling VIX, as seen in the last week, typically coincides with a more stable or rising market. This recent drop from higher levels indicates that traders are unwinding their cautious positions, anticipating a smoother journey for the equity markets in the near term.