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Getting Started

New to StoxPlay? Start here. Everything you need to play your first contest and start winning.

Quick Start Guide

1. Sign Up
Create & verify account
2. Join Contest
Pick entry that suits you
3. Pick Stocks
Build your 11-stock team
4. Win Prizes
Outrank & earn cash

What is StoxPlay and how does it work?

Learn the basics of fantasy stock gaming and how StoxPlay brings stock market excitement to competition.

Beginner3 min read

StoxPlay is a fantasy stock gaming platform where you create virtual portfolios using real stock performance data. Compete with other players based on actual market performance — no real money invested in stocks.

Key Points
  • No real money invested in stocks
  • Use 100-credit budget to build portfolios
  • Compete in daily/weekly contests
  • Win real cash prizes based on rankings
  • Learn stock markets risk-free
Steps
  1. 1
    Download the StoxPlay app
  2. 2
    Register and verify your account
  3. 3
    Browse available contests
  4. 4
    Select 11 stocks within your 100-credit budget
  5. 5
    Assign Captain & Vice-Captain
  6. 6
    Track performance & win prizes

How to create your first portfolio

Step-by-step guide to building your first fantasy stock team and making your initial picks.

Beginner5 min read

Creating your first portfolio is straightforward. Each contest gives you a 100-credit budget. Every stock has a credit value. Pick 11 stocks, assign your Captain (2× multiplier) and Vice-Captain (1.5×), and submit before the contest starts.

Key Points
  • Each team has exactly 11 stocks
  • Total team must not exceed 100 credits
  • Each stock has an individual credit value
  • Captain gets 2× points multiplier
  • Vice-Captain gets 1.5× points
  • Lock team before contest starts
Steps
  1. 1
    Join a contest that matches your entry fee
  2. 2
    Open team builder and view available stocks
  3. 3
    Check each stock's credit value and last performance
  4. 4
    Select 11 stocks within your 100-credit budget
  5. 5
    Assign Captain to your best pick, VC to second best
  6. 6
    Review credit total and submit your team

Understanding contest types

Explore different contest formats, entry fees, and prize structures on StoxPlay.

Beginner4 min read

StoxPlay offers multiple contest formats for different budgets and risk appetites — from free practice contests to mega contests with ₹1,00,000+ prize pools.

Key Points
  • Daily contests: single trading day
  • Weekly contests: 5 trading days
  • Mega contests: 1,000+ players
  • Head-to-head: 2 player format
  • Practice contests: free to enter
Steps
  1. 1
    Open Contests lobby in app
  2. 2
    Filter by entry fee or format
  3. 3
    Read contest rules & duration
  4. 4
    Check prize distribution table
  5. 5
    Join contests matching your style
  6. 6
    Monitor leaderboard during contest

Basic stock selection strategies

Learn fundamental strategies for picking winning stocks in your fantasy portfolio.

Intermediate6 min read

Successful stock selection requires research and strategy. Check recent news, earnings, sector trends, and market conditions before picking your team.

Key Points
  • Research company news & earnings
  • Consider sector performance trends
  • Balance high-risk and stable picks
  • Monitor events like budget, results day
  • Diversify across different sectors
Steps
  1. 1
    Check market news before contest
  2. 2
    Look at recent stock performance
  3. 3
    Identify upcoming earnings/events
  4. 4
    Pick one high-momentum Captain
  5. 5
    Balance rest of team for stability
  6. 6
    Make confident Captain/VC choices

Setting up your account & profile

Complete guide to account creation and profile setup on StoxPlay.

Beginner4 min read

Setting up your StoxPlay account is fast. We only ask for basic details — your name, email, mobile number, and date of birth. No financial documents are required to start playing.

Key Points
  • Required details: name, email, mobile, date of birth
  • Must be 18 or older to register
  • Mobile OTP verification at signup
  • Email confirmation sent after registration
  • Two-factor authentication available for security
Steps
  1. 1
    Download the StoxPlay Android app
  2. 2
    Tap Register and enter your name and email
  3. 3
    Enter mobile number and verify via OTP
  4. 4
    Enter your date of birth (18+ required)
  5. 5
    Set a secure password
  6. 6
    Enable 2FA in Security Settings for extra protection

Ready to Play?

Download StoxPlay and join your first contest today.