What is FOMO in trading, and how does it affect decisions?

FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) is the urge to jump into a trade because a stock is rallying and others seem to be profiting, often without a proper setup or plan. FOMO-driven trades tend to happen late in a move, right when the risk of a reversal is highest, since the “easy” part of the […]

What is theta decay in options?

Theta decay is the gradual loss of an option’s time value as it approaches its expiry date, even if the underlying stock’s price doesn’t move. Decay accelerates in the final weeks before expiry, working against option buyers (who lose value over time) and in favor of option sellers (who collect that eroding premium). Understanding theta […]

What is a gap-up and gap-down in stocks?

A gap-up occurs when a stock opens significantly higher than its previous close; a gap-down occurs when it opens significantly lower, usually due to overnight news or events. Gaps often occur around earnings announcements, major news, or global market cues that develop after the previous session closed. Traders watch whether a gap gets “filled” (price […]

How many students has Upside trained?

Upside has trained over 1,000 students to date, and holds a 5.0 rating on Google from our student community — a reflection of our focus on practical, mentor-led teaching.

Who are the trainers at Upside?

Our courses are taught by active traders and market practitioners, including Omkar Pawar, who brings over 7 years of teaching experience. Our trainers focus on practical, real-market examples rather than just theory, drawing on their own trading experience.

What are Upside’s office and class timings?

Our offices are open Monday to Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM, with Sunday available by appointment. Specific class timings depend on your batch — our counsellors can share the schedule options when you enquire.

Are there share market classes near me that offer both online and offline options?

Upside’s courses are taught in person, in the classroom, at our two branches: Dadar (E), near Dadar TT Circle, and Thane (W), 2 minutes from Thane Station. We don’t run online or recorded batches, because live-market practice and on-the-spot doubt clearing work best face to face. Dadar suits learners from Parel, Lower Parel, Matunga, Sion […]

Where are Upside’s branches located?

Upside has two branches. The head office is at 4, Ground Floor, Plot-170, Empress Mahal, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, near Dadar TT Circle, Dadar (E), Mumbai 400014. The Thane branch is at 306, 3rd Floor, Cosmos Avenue Building, above Kumar Lifestyle, Jambli Naka, Thane (W), 2 minutes from Thane Station. All courses are taught in […]

What is the best stock market institute in Mumbai for beginners?

The right institute for a beginner is one that teaches from the basics, focuses on risk management, gives live-market practice and never sells tips. Upside is a classroom-based, mentor-led institute at Dadar and Thane with a 5.0 Google rating, and every course starts with a free demo lecture so you can judge the teaching yourself. […]