Today’s CPR (Central Pivot Range) analysis for NIFTY 50 — Thursday, 20 August 2026. These levels are calculated from the previous session’s OHLC data and serve as key reference zones for intraday and positional traders.
Previous Session Data
- High: ₹24,172.85
- Low: ₹24,025.65
- Close: ₹24,078.30
CPR Levels for 20 August 2026
| Level | Value | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| R3 | ₹24,306.08 | Extended resistance — rarely tested |
| R2 | ₹24,239.47 | Second resistance |
| R1 | ₹24,158.88 | First resistance above pivot |
| TC | ₹24,085.28 | Top of CPR zone |
| Pivot (PP) | ₹24,092.27 | Central pivot — key decision level |
| BC | ₹24,099.25 | Bottom of CPR zone |
| S1 | ₹24,011.68 | First support below pivot |
| S2 | ₹23,945.07 | Second support |
| S3 | ₹23,864.49 | Extended support |
CPR Structure Analysis
- CPR Width: ₹13.97 (0.058%)
- Structure: Narrow — Trending Day Expected
- Bias (vs LTP ₹24,078.30): Bearish — price below BC
Key Zones to Watch
Bullish: Open and hold above TC ₹24,085.28 → targets R1 ₹24,158.88, then R2 ₹24,239.47.
Bearish: Open and hold below BC ₹24,099.25 → targets S1 ₹24,011.68, then S2 ₹23,945.07.
Sideways: Price oscillating between BC–TC means indecision. Wait for a clean breakout before entering.
CPR Quick Rules
- Open above TC → Bullish bias. Look for longs on pullback to TC.
- Open below BC → Bearish bias. Look for shorts on bounce to BC.
- Open inside CPR → Wait. Let price break out first.
- Narrow CPR (<0.2%) → Trending day likely. Wide CPR (>0.5%) → Sideways likely.
For educational purposes only. Not investment advice. Consult a SEBI-registered advisor before trading.
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