Nifty IT Today Rises 0.73%: Early Strength Led by LTTS, HCLTech
- August 11, 2026
- Posted by: Harsh Piplani
- Category: News
In the opening session on 11 August 2026, Nifty IT emerged as the top gaining sector index among the configured sector indices. The index rose 231.35 points, or 0.73%, to 31,862.80 at 10:00:00 AM IST, setting a constructive early tone for information technology stocks.
Quick sector takeaways
- Nifty IT today stood at 31,862.80, up 0.73% or 231.35 points from its previous close of 31,631.45.
- The index traded between 31,706.10 and 31,954.00 during the early session, with the latest level below the day’s high but above the opening mark of 31,741.25.
- Breadth was positive across the nine display-safe stocks: eight advanced, none declined and one was unchanged.
- L&T Technology Services, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, Coforge and Infosys were among the key gainers. The next important observation is whether the index can retain its positive gap over the previous close through the session.
Nifty IT today: early-session sector strength
Nifty IT today began above the previous close, opening at 31,741.25 compared with 31,631.45 on the prior close. It then moved up to an intraday high of 31,954.00 before moderating to 31,862.80 at the stated timestamp. Even after moving off the high, the index remained 231.35 points higher on the day.
The opening move places IT at the top of the configured sector-index gainers. Nifty Auto was up 0.12%, Nifty Pharma gained 0.13% and Nifty Metal rose 0.16%, while Nifty IT’s 0.73% advance was clearly stronger. This made the technology index the leading positive sectoral pocket in the early trade snapshot.
Price snapshot
| Measure | Level | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Previous close | 31,631.45 | Base for the day’s comparison |
| Opening level | 31,741.25 | Opened above the previous close |
| Day high | 31,954.00 | Highest level reached in the early session |
| Day low | 31,706.10 | Lowest level reached in the early session |
| Latest level | 31,862.80 | Up 231.35 points, or 0.73% |
The index’s early-session range was 247.90 points, measured from the day low to the day high. Its latest level was 91.20 points below the intraday high and 156.70 points above the intraday low. These figures describe an index that remained in positive territory after an early upward move.
Sector ranking
Nifty IT ranked first among the configured sector indices on the upside at the 10:00:00 AM IST update. Its 0.73% gain exceeded the increases recorded by the other advancing sector indices in the supplied market snapshot. In contrast, Nifty Bank was down 0.83%, Nifty Financial Services fell 0.67% and Nifty FMCG declined 0.64%.
That relative positioning matters because it identifies where the strongest sector-level price movement was visible at the opening bell. The ranking is based on the actual move in the Nifty IT index, rather than on the movement of an individual company. Readers can track the sector’s live reference page through the Nifty IT screener.
Constituent breadth
The early strength in Nifty IT was accompanied by broad positive participation. Of the nine display-safe stocks tracked in the sector, eight were advancing, none were declining and one was unchanged. This provides a constructive breadth reading because gains were spread across most of the named stocks in the snapshot rather than being restricted to a single mover.
Wipro was unchanged at ₹185.50. Meanwhile, the advancing set included L&T Technology Services, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, Coforge, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Mphasis and LTIMindtree. Breadth can change as the session develops, so the balance between advancing and unchanged stocks remains relevant for assessing whether the index’s early strength stays broad-based.
Heavyweights versus broader participation
The supplied heavyweight list also showed positive moves. Coforge rose 0.77% to ₹1,824.00, HCL Technologies gained 1.64% to ₹1,379.50, Infosys added 0.72% to ₹1,191.50, L&T Technology Services climbed 2.06% to ₹3,657.10 and LTIMindtree advanced 0.31% to ₹4,810.00.
The stocks listed as most active in the sector snapshot—Coforge, HCL Technologies, Infosys, L&T Technology Services and LTIMindtree—were all positive. The overlap between these names and the heavyweight list reinforces the early-session picture of participation across prominent IT stocks. It is an observation of the supplied price changes, not an explanation for them.
Key Nifty IT stocks
| Stock | Move | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| L&T Technology Services | ₹3,657.10, up 2.06% | It was the strongest percentage gainer among the displayed names. |
| HCL Technologies | ₹1,379.50, up 1.64% | It traded at its day high of ₹1,379.50 at the timestamp. |
| Tech Mahindra | ₹1,653.30, up 0.81% | Its gain was ahead of the index’s 0.73% rise. |
| Coforge | ₹1,824.00, up 0.77% | It featured in both the heavyweight and most-active lists. |
| Infosys | ₹1,191.50, up 0.72% | It remained positive and close to the sector index’s percentage gain. |
Biggest positive movers
L&T Technology Services led the displayed gainers with a 2.06% rise, moving from ₹3,583.40 to ₹3,657.10. It traded between ₹3,600.00 and ₹3,708.00. HCL Technologies followed with a 1.64% advance from ₹1,357.20 to ₹1,379.50, matching its day high at the timestamp.
Tech Mahindra gained 0.81% to ₹1,653.30, Coforge rose 0.77% to ₹1,824.00 and Infosys added 0.72% to ₹1,191.50. Together, these moves illustrate the positive breadth visible in the early Nifty IT reading.
Stocks to watch next session
- L&T Technology Services: Track whether its ₹3,657.10 level continues to hold after the 2.06% early gain.
- HCL Technologies: Watch its position around the day high of ₹1,379.50.
- Tech Mahindra: Observe whether it remains above its previous close of ₹1,640.00.
- Coforge: Monitor its movement after trading in the ₹1,820.00–₹1,836.00 range.
- Infosys: Follow its movement around the ₹1,193.50 day high.
- Tata Consultancy Services: Track whether its positive move from ₹2,425.70 remains intact.
The constructive case
The constructive evidence is visible in both index performance and breadth. Nifty IT was the top gaining configured sector index, remained above its previous close and held a gain of 0.73% at 10:00:00 AM IST. Eight of nine displayed stocks were in positive territory, while the named heavyweight and most-active stocks in the supplied snapshot were also advancing.
The leading moves from L&T Technology Services and HCL Technologies added to the positive tone, while Tech Mahindra, Coforge and Infosys also recorded gains. The index’s latest level staying above its opening value of 31,741.25 further reflects a positive early-session price position.
The cautious case
Nifty IT had eased from its intraday high of 31,954.00 to 31,862.80 at the timestamp. The index was still firmly higher for the day, but the gap from the high shows that prices were not holding at the session peak. Early-session readings can also evolve as more trading takes place.
Within the displayed stocks, gain magnitudes varied. LTIMindtree was up 0.31%, Mphasis rose 0.35% and Tata Consultancy Services added 0.53%, while Wipro was unchanged. Tracking the continuation of broad participation alongside the index range will be more informative than relying on the opening move alone.
Univest Insights
The key message from Nifty IT today is relative strength. A 0.73% rise made the sector the leading gainer in the configured index set, and the advance was supported by eight positive displayed stocks. This combination gives the early move a broader footing within the supplied sector snapshot.
Price placement is also relevant. The index opened above the previous close, extended to 31,954.00 and was at 31,862.80 at the update. That leaves it above both the previous close and opening level, while also below the day’s high. It is a balanced description of a positive but still developing intraday move.
For stock-specific tracking, L&T Technology Services and HCL Technologies led the percentage gains, while Coforge, Infosys and LTIMindtree appeared across the supplied heavyweight or most-active lists. Readers can place this sector move alongside the wider market through Univest Market View.
For traders and investors, the key signal to watch is whether Nifty IT today retains its lead as the top gaining sector index while its positive breadth remains intact.
Published on 11 August 2026 at 10:00 AM IST
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nifty IT today?
Nifty IT was at 31,862.80 at 10:00:00 AM IST on 11 August 2026, up 231.35 points or 0.73% from the previous close.
Why was Nifty IT the top gaining sector index?
Its 0.73% rise was the largest gain among the configured sector indices in the supplied early-session snapshot.
What were Nifty IT’s day high and day low?
The index recorded a day high of 31,954.00 and a day low of 31,706.10.
How was Nifty IT breadth in early trade?
Among nine display-safe stocks, eight advanced, none declined and one was unchanged.
Which stocks led the Nifty IT gains?
L&T Technology Services gained 2.06%, HCL Technologies rose 1.64%, and Tech Mahindra added 0.81%.
Which Nifty IT stocks should be monitored next session?
L&T Technology Services, HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, Coforge, Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services are key displayed stocks to track.
Disclaimer
Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing. This sector-index update is for informational and educational purposes only and is not personalized investment advice or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security.
