Why did NTPC hit a 52-week high today?

The NTPC share price rallied on policy tailwinds from CERC’s draft battery storage rules and progress on nuclear policy, plus strong capacity-addition plans. Positive broker views, including a ₹440 target from ICICI Securities, and steady index flows supported sentiment. Momentum indicators also signaled strong trend strength despite overbought readings.

Is NTPC a buy at current levels?

Momentum is strong, but indicators are overbought. Consider staggered entries or buying near support at ₹366–₹368, with ₹388.55–₹400 as resistance. Valuation near 21x earnings and a 2.30% dividend yield looks reasonable for a utility leader. Align decisions with your risk tolerance and time horizon.

What technical levels should I watch?

Immediate resistance is at ₹388.55, then ₹400. Supports are near the Bollinger middle band at ₹366.80, the 50-DMA around ₹345.60, and the 200-DMA near ₹337.44. ATR of 7.41 suggests typical daily swings of ₹7–₹8. A close below the 50-DMA would weaken near-term momentum.

How do India power policies affect NTPC?

CERC’s draft BESS rules improve visibility for storage services and peak management, while nuclear policy progress aids long-term baseload planning. These frameworks support investment and returns across NTPC’s portfolio, including renewables and storage, which can help sustain earnings growth and support the NTPC share price over time.

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NTPC.NS Stock Today: 52-Week High on Policy Tailwinds – February 26

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

NTPC share price hit a fresh 52-week high of ₹388.55 on February 26, 2026, after a 15% one-month rally. Investors are pricing in policy support from CERC’s draft battery energy storage rules and progress on India’s SHANTI nuclear policy. With strong capacity-addition plans and steady index flows, NTPC.NS remains in focus for domestic portfolios. Today, the stock trades near ₹381.75 after an intraday high of ₹385.85. We explain what moved NTPC stock today, key technical levels, valuation context, and what to watch next.