From MBA to Mentorship: How Chirag Rathod’s Academic Approach is Professionalizing India’s Options Segment

May 7, 2026 - 19:06
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From MBA to Mentorship: How Chirag Rathod’s Academic Approach is Professionalizing India’s Options Segment
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From MBA to Mentorship: How Chirag Rathod’s Academic Approach is Professionalizing India’s Options Segment

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 7: As the Indian derivative market witnesses an unprecedented surge in retail participation, a significant portion of new traders often finds themselves caught in the "volatility trap." While the allure of quick gains is high, the reality, as highlighted by regulatory data shows that nearly 90% of retail traders face capital erosion. In this high-stakes environment, Chirag Rathod, founder of Upper Circuit Stocks, is leading a shift from speculative "tips" to a structured, academic framework that is professionalizing the retail options segment.

The Academic Foundation: MBA Meets Technical Mastery

Unlike the majority of self-taught "influencers" in the financial space, Chirag Rathod’s approach is rooted in academic rigor. A NISM-registered Research Analyst with an MBA in Finance from MET - Mumbai Education Trust, Rathod brings a level of institutional discipline to his mentorship that is rarely found in the retail education sector.