An intraday momentum screener NSE RSI ADX combines two powerful indicators on 5-minute charts to identify stocks with strong, sustainable momentum. While RSI measures the speed and magnitude of price moves, ADX confirms trend strength, filtering out false breakouts. For a broader approach, explore our guide to screening NSE stocks for momentum.

70+

RSI 5-min threshold for strong momentum

ADX 5-min threshold for trend strength

15+

Average 5-min ADX value on range-bound days

2-3

Trades per day with strict filtering

Why RSI + ADX on 5-Minute Charts Matters

Intraday momentum trading on NSE demands quick identification of stocks that are moving with conviction. RSI above 60 on a 5-minute chart signals strong buying pressure, but without trend confirmation, it can lead to premature entries. ADX above 25 confirms that the trend is strong enough to sustain the move. For a deeper dive into momentum strategies, see our technical screening guide using RSI and MACD.

Combining these indicators reduces false signals—RSI alone can stay overbought in a strong uptrend, but ADX ensures you're riding a genuine trend. For example, a stock like Tata Motors on a strong day may show 5-min RSI above 70 and ADX above 30, offering multiple entry opportunities. This screener helps you focus on such high-probability setups while avoiding choppy, low-ADX markets.

📌 Key Insight
The sweet spot is RSI > 60 and ADX > 25 on the 5-minute chart—this filters out 70% of noise and identifies stocks with genuine intraday momentum.

How to Use the Intraday Momentum Screener

Set Timeframe to 5-Minutes — Switch your chart to a 5-minute timeframe. This is the optimal period for intraday momentum, balancing noise and signal clarity.

Apply RSI (14) and ADX (14) — Add RSI with period 14 and ADX with period 14 to your chart. These are the standard settings used in the QUANTSCASE screener.

Filter for RSI > 60 — Look for stocks where RSI is above 60, indicating strong bullish momentum. For aggressive entries, wait for RSI > 70.

Confirm with ADX > 25 — Ensure ADX is above 25 to confirm the trend is strong. You can use the ADX Power Trend screener to pre-filter stocks.

Check Volume and Price Action — Verify that volume is above average and price is making higher highs. Avoid stocks with low volume or erratic price swings.

💡 Pro Tip
Use a trailing stop based on the 5-minute low after entry. If RSI falls below 50, exit immediately—momentum has faded.

Key Indicator Thresholds for Intraday Momentum

Indicator	Threshold	Signal	Why It Matters
RSI (14)	> 60	✅ Bullish	RSI above 60 signals strong buying pressure on the 5-minute chart.
ADX (14)	> 25	✅ Bullish	ADX above 25 confirms a strong trend, reducing false signals.
+DI vs -DI	+DI > -DI	⚡ Watch	When +DI is above -DI, the trend is bullish; watch for crossover.
RSI (14)	< 40	❌ Bearish	RSI below 40 indicates selling pressure; avoid long positions.

✅ Entry Checklist for Intraday Momentum Trades

✓5-minute RSI is above 60 (ideally above 70)

✓5-minute ADX is above 25 and rising

✓+DI is above -DI on the 5-minute chart

✓Volume is at least 1.5x the 20-period average

✗Avoid entering if RSI is above 80 and ADX is below 20 (overbought but weak trend)

⚠️ Common Mistake
A common mistake is entering when RSI is above 70 but ADX is below 20—this often signals a reversal, not a continuation. Always wait for ADX confirmation.

Try It on QUANTSCASE

Use these pre-built screeners to find stocks with strong momentum and trend strength. Start with the RSI Momentum screener to filter for high RSI stocks.

RSI Momentum →

Filters stocks with RSI above 60 on daily and intraday charts.

ADX Power Trend →

Identifies stocks with ADX above 25 and strong directional movement.

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This guide is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.