Understanding IOC Orders in Zerodha: A Comprehensive Guide

In the fast-paced world of Indian stock markets, where Nifty and Bank Nifty can move hundreds of points in minutes, timing is everything. Whether you're an intraday trader trying to capture quick scalping opportunities or an investor placing large orders, you need the right tools to execute trades efficiently. One such powerful yet often underutilized order type is the IOC (Immediate or Cancel) order in Zerodha. This comprehensive guide will help you master IOC orders, understand when to use them, and leverage Zerodha Kite's advanced order placement features for better trading outcomes.

Quick Takeaways

• IOC stands for Immediate or Cancel, meaning your order must execute instantly at your specified price, or any unfilled portion gets automatically cancelled
• IOC orders allow partial fills unlike FOK orders, making them ideal for large orders where getting at least some quantity filled is acceptable
• Perfect for volatile markets where prices move rapidly, IOC orders help you avoid unwanted pending orders that might execute at unfavorable prices later
• Easy to place in Zerodha Kite by selecting "Immediate" validity option in the order window's advanced settings
• No additional charges for using IOC orders in Zerodha; standard brokerage fees apply based on whether it's an intraday or delivery trade

Understanding IOC Orders: What Makes Them Different?

An Immediate or Cancel (IOC) order is a time-sensitive order type that instructs your broker to execute your trade immediately at your specified price or better. If the entire order quantity cannot be filled instantly, the system executes whatever quantity is available and automatically cancels the remaining unfilled portion.

Think of it this way: when you place an IOC order to buy 1,000 shares of Reliance Industries at ₹2,500, the exchange's matching engine instantly searches for sellers willing to sell at ₹2,500 or less. If only 600 shares are available at that price, your order will buy those 600 shares immediately, and the remaining 400 shares will be cancelled automatically—you won't have a pending order sitting in the market waiting to be filled.

The Core Characteristics of IOC Orders

Immediate Execution Requirement: IOC orders demand instant fulfillment. Unlike Day orders that remain active until 3:30 PM, or GTC (Good Till Cancelled) orders that stay open for days, IOC orders exist for just milliseconds. The moment your order hits the exchange, it either gets filled or cancelled.

Partial Fill Acceptance: This is what distinguishes IOC from FOK (Fill or Kill) orders. While FOK orders demand complete execution or full cancellation, IOC orders accept whatever quantity is immediately available. This flexibility makes IOC particularly useful when trading large volumes or dealing with stocks that have limited liquidity.

Price Protection: When you place an IOC limit order, you maintain complete control over the maximum price you'll pay (for buy orders) or minimum price you'll accept (for sell orders). If the market doesn't have sufficient liquidity at your specified price, the unfilled portion simply vanishes rather than executing at worse prices.

How IOC Orders Work in Zerodha Kite Platform

Understanding the technical execution process helps you appreciate the power of IOC orders. Here's what happens behind the scenes when you place an IOC order through Zerodha Kite:

Real-World IOC Order Execution Example

Scenario: You want to buy 500 shares of HDFC Bank trading at ₹1,640

Step 1: You place an IOC limit order for 500 shares at ₹1,640

Step 2: Zerodha Kite sends your order to NSE's matching engine

Step 3: The exchange instantly scans the order book. It finds:

• 300 shares available at ₹1,640
• 100 shares available at ₹1,639 (better price!)
• No more sellers at ₹1,640 or below

Result: Your order executes 400 shares (300 at ₹1,640 + 100 at ₹1,639), and the remaining 100 shares get automatically cancelled. You receive a confirmation showing partial execution, and you won't have any pending order in your order book.

IOC vs Market Order: Understanding the Critical Difference

Many traders confuse IOC orders with market orders. While both seek immediate execution, they differ fundamentally:

Market Orders execute at whatever price is currently available in the market. If you place a market order during high volatility, you might end up buying at a price significantly worse than what you expected. Market orders prioritize execution speed over price.

IOC Orders give you the best of both worlds—the speed of market orders combined with the price protection of limit orders. You specify your maximum acceptable price, and the order only executes at that price or better. This price discipline prevents costly slippage during volatile market conditions.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Place IOC Orders in Zerodha Kite

Placing an IOC order in Zerodha is straightforward once you know where to find the option. Here's a detailed walkthrough for both the Kite web platform and mobile app:

On Zerodha Kite Web Platform:

1. Login to Kite: Access your Zerodha account at kite.zerodha.com using your User ID and password
2. Select Your Stock: Click on any stock from your watchlist or search for it using the search bar at the top
3. Open Order Window: Click the 'B' (Buy) or 'S' (Sell) button to open the order placement window
4. Choose Product Type: Select MIS for intraday trading or CNC for delivery-based trades
5. Enter Quantity: Specify the number of shares you want to trade
6. Set Limit Price: Enter your desired execution price (this is crucial for IOC orders)
7. Access Validity Options: Scroll down in the order window to find the "Validity" dropdown menu
8. Select IOC: From the validity dropdown, choose "Immediate" (this is Zerodha's term for IOC)
9. Place Order: Review all details and click "Buy" or "Sell" to submit your IOC order

On Zerodha Kite Mobile App:

1. Open the Kite App: Launch the Zerodha Kite mobile application
2. Tap on Stock: Tap any instrument from your watchlist to view market depth
3. Initiate Trade: Tap "Buy" or "Sell" button
4. Select Order Type: Choose "Regular" order type
5. Enter Details: Input quantity and limit price
6. Tap 'More': At the bottom of the order screen, tap "More" to access advanced options
7. Change Validity: Find the validity option and select "Immediate" instead of the default "Day"
8. Swipe to Execute: Swipe the buy/sell button to place your IOC order

💡 Pro Tip: Understanding Error 16388

If your IOC order doesn't find any matching orders at your specified price, Zerodha will display Error 16388: "Unmatched orders cancelled by the system." This is not actually an error—it's the IOC order working as designed. The system is simply informing you that no shares were available at your price, so the order was cancelled as per IOC protocol.

IOC Order Types: Limit vs Market IOC

Within the IOC framework, you can choose between two execution methods, each suited to different trading scenarios:

IOC Limit Orders

An IOC limit order is the most common variant used by experienced traders. You specify both the quantity and your maximum buying price (or minimum selling price). The order executes immediately at your specified price or better, but never at a worse price.

Best for: Situations where price discipline is paramount. If you're trading large quantities or dealing with stocks that have wide bid-ask spreads, IOC limit orders ensure you don't overpay or undersell.

Example: TCS is currently trading at ₹3,500. You place an IOC limit buy order for 200 shares at ₹3,498. If sellers are offering shares at ₹3,498 or below, your order fills. If the best available price is ₹3,499 or higher, the entire order gets cancelled—protecting you from paying more than your intended price.

IOC Market Orders

An IOC market order prioritizes speed over price. It attempts to fill your order at the best available market price immediately, accepting whatever prices are currently offered in the market depth.

Best for: Highly liquid stocks like Reliance, TCS, or Nifty futures where bid-ask spreads are tight, and you prioritize getting filled over securing a specific price. However, use caution during volatile periods when prices can gap significantly.

⚠️ Caution with IOC Market Orders

During market opening (9:15-9:30 AM), major news announcements, or earnings releases, bid-ask spreads can widen dramatically. An IOC market order during these times might execute at prices significantly worse than expected. Always prefer IOC limit orders during high volatility periods.

When to Use IOC Orders: Strategic Trading Scenarios

IOC orders aren't appropriate for every trading situation. Understanding when they provide maximum advantage is crucial for effective implementation:

1. High-Frequency and Scalping Strategies

Day traders and scalpers who make dozens of trades daily benefit immensely from IOC orders. When you're targeting small price movements (₹2-5 per share), you can't afford to have orders sitting in the market that might execute at unfavorable prices minutes later. IOC orders ensure you either capture your intended entry/exit immediately or cancel the trade entirely.

2. Placing Large Block Orders

When institutions or high-net-worth individuals need to buy or sell thousands of shares, they face a dilemma: large orders can impact market prices. By using IOC orders repeatedly, they can accumulate positions gradually without revealing their full intended quantity to the market. Each IOC order picks up whatever liquidity is available, and cancelled portions don't sit visible in the order book alerting other traders.

Scenario: A portfolio manager wants to buy 50,000 shares of Infosys without moving the market. Instead of placing one massive order, they place ten separate IOC orders of 5,000 shares each over 15 minutes. Each IOC order fills whatever quantity is available at their price, gradually building the position without creating buying pressure that pushes prices higher.

3. Trading During High Volatility

During market crashes, earnings announcements, or major policy decisions, stock prices can move 5-10% in minutes. In such environments, timing becomes critical. IOC orders let you attempt trades at specific price points without the risk of your order executing at much worse prices after the initial momentum subsides.

4. Options Trading with Limited Liquidity

Many put options and call options, especially those far from the money or in weekly expiries, have limited liquidity. When trading such options, IOC orders prevent you from having unfilled orders that might execute much later when the underlying has moved significantly, making your options strategy ineffective.

5. Managing Multiple Scrips Simultaneously

If you're running a sector rotation strategy or trading a basket of stocks, keeping track of multiple pending orders becomes challenging. IOC orders simplify portfolio management by ensuring orders either execute immediately or get cancelled—you never have to worry about forgotten pending orders that might execute at inappropriate times.

6. Intraday Trading Near Market Close

As 3:15 PM approaches and you need to square off intraday positions, IOC orders ensure your exit orders execute quickly or get cancelled. This prevents the scenario where your square-off order is pending at 3:29 PM, forcing you to either take whatever market price is available or face auto-square-off penalties.

Comparing IOC with Other Order Types in Zerodha

To fully appreciate IOC orders, let's compare them with other order types available in Zerodha Kite:

Feature	IOC Order	Day Order	FOK Order	GTC Order
Execution Time	Immediate (milliseconds)	Until 3:30 PM same day	Immediate (milliseconds)	Until filled or 365 days
Partial Fills	✓ Allowed	✓ Allowed	✗ Not allowed (all or nothing)	✓ Allowed
Unfilled Portion	Cancelled immediately	Remains pending until day end	Entire order cancelled	Remains pending
Best Use Case	Volatile markets, large orders	Normal market conditions	Must fill entire quantity	Patient long-term entries
Risk of Stale Orders	None (cancelled if not filled)	Moderate (ends at 3:30 PM)	None (cancelled if not filled)	High (stays active for days)
Available in Zerodha	Yes (as "Immediate" validity)	Yes (default validity)	No (not supported by NSE)	Yes (via GTT orders)

IOC vs Day Orders: Which Should You Choose?

The choice between IOC and Day orders depends on your trading style and market conditions:

Choose IOC Orders When:

• Trading highly volatile stocks or indices where prices move rapidly
• You need certainty that unfilled orders won't execute later at unfavorable prices
• Placing large orders where you want immediate partial fills without market exposure
• Trading multiple scrips and want to avoid managing numerous pending orders
• Scalping or day trading with tight stop-losses where delayed executions could hurt strategy

Choose Day Orders When:

• Trading liquid stocks with stable prices throughout the day
• You're willing to wait for your desired price and don't mind pending orders
• Building positions gradually over the trading session
• Your trading strategy doesn't require immediate execution

IOC Order Brokerage and Charges in Zerodha

A common question traders ask is whether IOC orders incur additional charges. The good news: IOC validity doesn't attract any extra fees in Zerodha. You pay the standard brokerage applicable to your product type:

Zerodha Brokerage for IOC Orders

Intraday Trading (MIS): ₹20 per executed order or 0.03% of turnover (whichever is lower). If your IOC order gets cancelled without any execution, you pay zero brokerage.

Delivery Trading (CNC): Zero brokerage on equity delivery trades in Zerodha. Whether you use Day validity or IOC validity, delivery orders are free.

Options Trading: Flat ₹20 per executed order regardless of contract value. IOC orders in Nifty and Bank Nifty options follow the same pricing.

Futures Trading: ₹20 per executed order or 0.03% of turnover (whichever is lower), same as intraday equity.

💡 Important Note on Cancelled Orders

If your IOC order gets fully cancelled (Error 16388), you don't pay any brokerage charges. Brokerage only applies to executed quantities. Partial executions are charged based on the executed portion only.

Margin Requirements for IOC Orders

IOC orders require the same margin as any other order type in Zerodha. The margin depends on your selected product type:

• MIS (Intraday): Zerodha provides up to 5x leverage for equity intraday, up to 20x for index futures
• CNC (Delivery): Requires full payment for buy orders, selling requires shares in your demat account
• NRML (Futures & Options): Standard SPAN + Exposure margins as specified by exchanges

Advanced IOC Order Strategies for Indian Markets

Once you understand the basics, you can implement sophisticated strategies using IOC orders:

Strategy 1: Iceberg Orders Using IOC

When you need to buy or sell large quantities without revealing your full hand to the market, use multiple small IOC orders instead of one large order. This "iceberging" technique prevents market impact.

Implementation: Instead of placing one order for 10,000 shares of Wipro, place twenty IOC orders of 500 shares each, spaced 30-45 seconds apart. Monitor the market depth; if sellers at your price are quickly consumed, pause and reassess your entry level.

Strategy 2: Pre-Market IOC Scalping

During the pre-market session (9:00-9:15 AM), use IOC orders to quickly capture opening gaps. Since pre-market has limited liquidity, IOC orders prevent you from having unfilled orders that might execute at unfavorable prices when regular market hours begin.

Strategy 3: News-Based Trading with IOC

When major corporate announcements or policy decisions are expected, pre-program IOC orders at multiple price levels. Whichever level the stock immediately hits, your IOC order captures it without you manually reacting to fast-moving markets.

Strategy 4: Options Spread Execution

When executing multi-leg options strategies like spreads or straddles, use IOC orders for each leg to ensure simultaneous execution. This prevents the risk of having one leg filled while the other remains pending, which could expose you to unwanted directional risk.

Common Mistakes to Avoid with IOC Orders

Even experienced traders make these errors when using IOC orders in Zerodha:

Mistake 1: Using IOC for Every Trade

IOC orders aren't always optimal. In stable, liquid markets with minimal volatility, regular Day orders often result in better average execution prices because you're willing to wait for sellers/buyers to meet your price.

Mistake 2: Setting Unrealistic Limit Prices

If you place an IOC limit order significantly away from the current market price, it will always get cancelled. For example, if Bharti Airtel is trading at ₹1,200, an IOC buy order at ₹1,150 will never execute. Be realistic with your limit prices when using IOC.

Mistake 3: Ignoring Market Depth

Before placing large IOC orders, always check the market depth (press F2 on Kite or tap the stock name to view depth). If you're trying to buy 5,000 shares but total asks in the depth show only 2,000 shares near your price, understand that your IOC order will only partially fill.

Mistake 4: Not Accounting for Price Priority

Even with IOC orders, price-time priority rules apply. If multiple orders exist at the same price, those placed earlier get filled first. Your IOC order doesn't jump the queue—it simply ensures you won't be left with pending orders after the instant matching attempt.

Mistake 5: Confusing IOC with Market Orders

Some traders place IOC market orders thinking they'll get the best price. In reality, IOC market orders execute at whatever prices are available, which during volatility could be far worse than expected. Always prefer IOC limit orders for price protection.

IOC Orders for Different Trading Instruments

IOC in Equity Cash Segment

In the equity cash segment, IOC orders work exceptionally well for large-cap stocks with high liquidity like Reliance, HDFC Bank, TCS, and Infosys. Mid-cap and small-cap stocks may have insufficient depth for IOC orders to be effective, resulting in frequent cancellations.

IOC in Equity Derivatives (F&O)

Futures and options contracts generally have excellent liquidity, especially for Nifty and Bank Nifty. IOC orders are extremely popular in F&O trading where speed is critical. When analyzing open interest and placing options trades, IOC orders ensure your execution price aligns with your strategy without slippage.

IOC in Currency and Commodity Markets

While this guide focuses primarily on equity trading, IOC orders are equally valuable in currency (USDINR, EURINR) and commodity markets (Gold, Silver, Crude Oil) where intraday volatility can be substantial.

Technical Considerations: How Exchanges Process IOC Orders

Understanding the technical backend helps you optimize IOC order placement:

Matching Engine Priority: NSE and BSE use price-time priority. Your IOC order competes with existing orders at similar prices. Orders placed earlier at the same price get filled first.

Execution Speed: Modern exchanges process IOC orders in microseconds. From the moment you click "Buy/Sell" in Kite to order confirmation typically takes 50-200 milliseconds depending on network latency.

Self-Trade Prevention: If you're simultaneously buying and selling the same stock with IOC orders (perhaps using different strategies), exchanges have self-trade prevention mechanisms to avoid matching your own orders.

Circuit Breakers: During circuit breaker triggers or trading halts, all orders including IOC orders are rejected until trading resumes. Plan accordingly during highly volatile sessions.

IOC Orders and Risk Management

IOC orders can be powerful risk management tools when used correctly:

Controlling Execution Risk

Execution risk—the risk that your order fills at significantly worse prices than expected—is minimized with IOC limit orders. By setting a maximum acceptable price, you eliminate the possibility of costly slippage during volatile periods.

Managing Position Size Risk

When building large positions, IOC orders help you accumulate gradually without committing to a fixed quantity immediately. If market conditions deteriorate, you can stop sending new IOC orders, limiting your exposure.

Preventing Overnight Position Risk

For strict intraday traders, IOC orders near market close ensure you don't accidentally carry overnight positions. Regular Day orders might remain pending and execute the next morning at gap-up or gap-down prices, creating unintended exposure.

Troubleshooting: Common IOC Order Issues in Zerodha

Issue 1: Order Gets Cancelled Immediately (Error 16388)

Cause: No matching orders available at your specified limit price.

Solution: Check current market price and adjust your limit price closer to market price. Verify market depth to ensure sufficient liquidity exists.

Issue 2: Only Partial Quantity Executes

Cause: Limited liquidity at your price level.

Solution: This is normal IOC behavior. If you need the entire quantity filled, consider using smaller order sizes repeatedly or switching to Day orders if you can wait.

Issue 3: Cannot Find IOC/Immediate Option

Cause: Looking in wrong section of order window.

Solution: IOC is found under "Validity" dropdown in Kite. It's labeled as "Immediate" rather than "IOC".

Issue 4: Order Rejected Due to Insufficient Funds

Cause: Margin shortfall or fund availability issue.

Solution: IOC orders require same margin as regular orders. Check your available margin before placing IOC orders, especially for leveraged products like MIS or NRML.

Real Trader Experiences: IOC Order Success Stories

Case Study 1: Managing Large Order Execution

Trader Profile: HNI investor with ₹50 lakh allocation for Infosys

Challenge: Buying 20,000 shares without moving market price upward

Solution: Split into forty IOC orders of 500 shares each, placed over 2 hours

Result: Average price saved ₹8 per share compared to single large market order—total savings of ₹1.6 lakhs

Case Study 2: Scalping Strategy Protection

Trader Profile: Intraday scalper targeting ₹2-3 moves in Bank Nifty futures

Challenge: Entries and exits must be precise; pending orders would destroy strategy

Solution: Exclusively uses IOC orders for all entries and exits

Result: Reduced unfavorable executions by 70%, improved daily P&L consistency

Regulatory and Compliance Aspects

IOC orders comply fully with SEBI regulations and NSE/BSE trading rules. Here are key regulatory points to understand:

No Regulatory Restrictions: SEBI permits IOC orders for all investor categories including retail traders, institutions, and foreign investors.

Audit Trail: All IOC orders, whether fully executed, partially executed, or cancelled, appear in your order history and contract notes for trading journal maintenance and tax compliance.

Market Manipulation: Using IOC orders to create artificial volume or manipulate prices violates SEBI regulations. Always trade ethically and genuinely.

Future of IOC Orders: Technology and Evolution

As Indian markets evolve with algorithmic trading and high-frequency trading (HFT), IOC orders remain relevant:

API Integration: Zerodha's Kite Connect API supports IOC orders, allowing algo traders to programmatically place IOC orders as part of automated strategies.

Smart Order Routing: Future enhancements may include intelligent IOC order routing that automatically splits orders across NSE and BSE to optimize fills.

AI-Powered Pricing: Machine learning algorithms could eventually suggest optimal limit prices for IOC orders based on historical execution data and current market conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About IOC Orders in Zerodha

1. What happens if my IOC order in Zerodha gets partially filled?

When an IOC order in Zerodha gets partially filled, the exchange executes whatever quantity is immediately available at your specified price or better, and automatically cancels the remaining unfilled portion. You'll see the executed quantity in your positions/holdings, and the cancelled quantity won't appear as a pending order. You pay brokerage only on the executed portion. For example, if you place an IOC order for 1,000 shares and only 600 execute, you'll receive 600 shares and pay brokerage on 600 shares while the remaining 400 shares are cancelled without any charges.

2. Is there any additional charge for using IOC orders compared to regular Day orders in Zerodha?

No, Zerodha does not charge any additional fees for using IOC (Immediate) validity orders. The brokerage structure remains identical to regular Day orders: ₹20 or 0.03% (whichever is lower) for intraday equity and futures trades, flat ₹20 for options trading, and zero brokerage for equity delivery (CNC) orders. Exchange transaction charges, GST, SEBI charges, and stamp duty also remain the same regardless of validity type. The only difference is execution behavior, not pricing.

3. Can I use IOC orders for options trading in Zerodha, and is it recommended?

Yes, IOC orders are fully supported and highly recommended for options trading in Zerodha Kite. Options contracts, especially those away from at-the-money strikes or in weekly expiries, often have limited liquidity and wider bid-ask spreads. Using IOC orders for option strategies prevents situations where your buy or sell order sits pending and executes later when the underlying instrument has moved significantly, potentially making your strategy unprofitable. IOC orders are particularly valuable when executing multi-leg strategies like spreads, straddles, or strangles where you need precise entry prices across multiple option contracts simultaneously.

4. How is IOC order different from FOK (Fill or Kill) order, and why doesn't Zerodha support FOK?

IOC (Immediate or Cancel) and FOK (Fill or Kill) orders are similar in requiring instant execution but differ in one crucial aspect: IOC accepts partial fills while FOK demands complete execution or full cancellation. If you place an IOC order for 1,000 shares and only 600 are available, you get 600 shares. The same FOK order would be completely rejected, giving you zero shares. NSE and BSE exchanges don't support FOK validity for retail traders in their regular trading systems, which is why Zerodha doesn't offer FOK orders. IOC provides similar benefits with more flexibility, making it the preferred choice for most trading scenarios in Indian markets.

5. What is the best time to use IOC orders versus regular Day orders during market hours?

Use IOC orders during high volatility periods such as market opening (9:15-9:30 AM), lunch hours when liquidity thins (12:00-1:00 PM), last 30 minutes of trading (3:00-3:30 PM), or during major news announcements and earnings results. IOC orders are also ideal when placing large orders exceeding 1% of average daily volume, trading mid-cap or small-cap stocks with limited liquidity, or executing options strategies requiring precise entry prices. Use regular Day orders during stable mid-day trading hours (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) when volatility is low, trading highly liquid large-cap stocks where your order size is negligible compared to daily volume, or when you're comfortable waiting for your desired price and don't need immediate execution.

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Conclusion: Mastering IOC Orders for Better Trade Execution

IOC (Immediate or Cancel) orders represent one of the most powerful yet underutilized tools in the Zerodha Kite platform. Whether you're a day trader executing dozens of scalping trades, an investor building large positions without market impact, or an options trader requiring precise entry prices, understanding and effectively deploying IOC orders can significantly improve your trading outcomes.

The beauty of IOC orders lies in their simplicity: attempt immediate execution at your price or cancel the unfilled portion. This straightforward logic solves numerous trading challenges—from avoiding stale pending orders to preventing unfavorable executions during volatile periods. By combining the speed of market orders with the price protection of limit orders, IOC delivers the best of both worlds.

Remember that no single order type is perfect for all situations. IOC orders excel during volatility, for large orders, and when trading instruments with limited liquidity. In stable markets with ample liquidity, regular Day orders might serve you equally well or better. The key is developing intuition about when each order type provides maximum advantage.

As you incorporate IOC orders into your trading toolkit, start small. Practice with smaller quantities until you understand the execution patterns and market depth requirements. Monitor your order book and maintain detailed trade records to identify patterns where IOC orders improve your execution quality. Over time, you'll develop a natural feel for when immediate execution with automatic cancellation serves your strategy better than traditional order types.

The journey from understanding what IOC orders are to skillfully applying them in live market conditions requires practice, observation, and continuous learning. But once mastered, IOC orders become an indispensable component of your trading execution strategy, helping you navigate India's dynamic stock markets with greater confidence and control.

References and Additional Resources

1. National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) - Trading Rules and Order Types Documentation
2. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) - Retail Investor Guidelines
3. Zerodha Support Center - Order Types and Validity Options
4. Zerodha Varsity - Trading Mechanics and Order Placement Tutorials
5. NSE Clearing Limited - Risk Management Framework and Order Processing

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