Sensex Today: Support & Resistance Levels, Opening Range & Intraday Analysis
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Previous Session: Monday, September 28, 2026
Market Status: BSE is open today, Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Last Updated: September 29, 2026 – 10:10 AM IST
Analysis by: Replete Equities Team
If you are looking for Sensex today support and resistance levels, Sensex opened lower on Tuesday after Monday's sharp sell-off. The index opened at 72,546.97, while a verified market snapshot at 9:15 AM IST showed Sensex at 72,633.68, down about 0.19% from Monday's close.
Monday's completed session was sharply negative: Sensex closed at 72,771.72, down 1,124.02 points (-1.52%). The index traded between 72,716.23 and 73,740.85, closing near the day's low.
The immediate support zone is around 72,500, followed by 72,000. On the upside, 73,200 is the first recovery hurdle, followed by 73,700.
Sensex Today: Key Levels at a Glance
| Factor | Level / Reading | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Previous Close | 72,771.72 | Monday closing reference |
| Monday High / Low | 73,740.85 / 72,716.23 | Previous-session trading range |
| Tuesday Open | 72,546.97 | Verified opening reference |
| 9:15 AM Snapshot | 72,633.68 | Verified early-session market snapshot |
| Support 1 | 72,500 | Immediate downside defence |
| Major Support | 72,000 | Next structural downside zone |
| Resistance 1 | 73,200 | Immediate recovery hurdle |
| Resistance 2 | 73,700 | Broader recovery zone |
Sensex Opening Range and Market Analysis
Tuesday opened lower and remained under pressure in the early session. The verified opening reference was 72,546.97, while Reuters reported Sensex at 72,633.68 at 9:15 AM IST. Monday's low of 72,716.23 has therefore become an important immediate reference.
Technical analysis for Tuesday places 72,500 as the first support and 72,000 as the next structural level. On the upside, 73,200 is the first meaningful recovery hurdle, followed by 73,700.
The broader setup remains risk-off after Monday's broad market decline. Crude around $106–107, elevated US Treasury yields and continued foreign selling are keeping pressure on Indian equities. Reuters reported that Brent crude rose to around $107 and the rupee weakened beyond ₹96 per dollar.
Monday's institutional flow data showed FIIs selling about ₹5,353.22 crore and DIIs buying about ₹5,189.02 crore. The flow imbalance and elevated global risk backdrop remain important variables for the Sensex.
| Sensex Price Action | My Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Above 73,700 | Recovery structure improves materially |
| 73,200–73,700 | Recovery/decision zone with two-way trade |
| 72,500–73,200 | Critical stabilisation area |
| Below 72,500 | Downside pressure can extend toward 72,000 |
Sensex Intraday Trading Scenarios
Scenario 1: Recovery Above 73,200
If Sensex reclaims 73,200 and sustains, the next recovery reference is 73,700.
Scenario 2: Consolidation Between 72,500 and 73,200
This would indicate a cautious two-way range. Confirmation matters more than forcing a directional view inside the decision zone.
Scenario 3: Breakdown Below 72,500
A sustained break below 72,500 would weaken the opening structure and bring 72,000 into focus.
My Sensex View
My short-term view remains cautious below 73,200–73,700. The early Tuesday weakness confirms that Monday's sell-off has not yet stabilised. Holding 72,500 is important for preventing another leg lower.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sensex Today
What are the Sensex support and resistance levels today?
Support is near 72,500, followed by 72,000. Resistance is near 73,200, followed by 73,700.
What is the Sensex intraday outlook?
Sensex opened at 72,546.97 and was at 72,633.68 in the verified 9:15 AM IST snapshot. Holding 72,500 is important, while reclaiming 73,200 would improve the immediate structure.
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