When Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) make big moves in the stock market, retail investors take notice. Their investments often signal confidence in certain companies or sectors. But how exactly do you track the stocks they’re buying? Let’s break it down.
Who Are FIIs and DIIs?
FIIs are overseas entities like mutual funds, pension funds, or hedge funds investing in Indian equities.
DIIs are Indian-based institutions like LIC, mutual funds, insurance companies, and banks.
Their large-scale investments can move stock prices and influence market trends. Following their actions is like getting a sneak peek into smart money strategies.
Why It Matters in 2025
In 2025, as global uncertainty continues and India remains a fast-growing economy, FIIs and DIIs are actively rotating portfolios into emerging leaders in sectors like:
Green energy
AI & technology
Banking
Capital goods
Pharmaceuticals
Knowing what they’re buying can help retail investors ride the same wave early.
How to Track FII/DII Buying Trends
1. NSE/BSE Bulk & Block Deal Data
Visit:
Go to the Bulk Deals / Block Deals section. These show large trades often done by FIIs or DIIs. Watch out for:
High volume trades
Price movements
Repeated entries
2. Stock Exchanges’ FII/DII Activity Reports
You can find daily reports showing:
FII net buy/sell in equities and debt
DII net investments These are usually listed under: “Market Activity” → “FII/DII Trading Activity”
3. Screener Websites & Tools
Use platforms like:
Trendlyne
Moneycontrol
Screener.in
TickerTape
They provide:
FII/DII shareholding patterns
Quarterly holding changes
Stock accumulation by institutions
Tip: Set alerts for "Increase in Institutional Holding"
4. Shareholding Pattern Disclosures (Quarterly)
Companies are mandated to disclose shareholding patterns every quarter. Look at the “Public Shareholding” section to check FII/DII movements.
Free sources:
Company Investor Relations websites
Moneycontrol > Stock > Shareholding
5. Top Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual Funds are key DIIs. Track where they invest through:
AMFI India website (https://www.amfiindia.com)
Value Research Online
ET Money or Groww apps
You’ll find schemes investing heavily in mid-cap/small-cap stocks early.
Pro Tips for 2025
Look beyond blue-chips: FIIs are increasingly buying into mid-cap and thematic stocks.
Watch sector rotation: In Q2 2025, there’s a clear shift into EV, defense, and infra.
Track consistency: One-off bulk deals matter less than consistent quarterly increases.
Example: Recent FII-DII Favorite Stocks
Bharat Electronics (BEL) – strong DII backing in defense
IRFC & RVNL – rail infrastructure, rising DII stakes
Tata Elxsi, KPIT – strong FII inflows on AI & auto-tech theme
IDFC First Bank, Federal Bank – favored for improving balance shed
✅ Final Thoughts
Tracking FII/DII activity doesn’t guarantee profits, but it helps you:
Identify high-conviction bets by big players
Understand long-term institutional trends
Avoid low-quality momentum traps
In 2025, institutional footprints are the new compass. Follow them smartly—not blindly—and align with long-term themes they’re bullish on.