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Archean Chemical Ind (ACI) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 32.09% on Dhan(3.1x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — ACI

Upstox
35%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
32.13%
Margin Required
Leverage3.1x
You Pay3,213
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
BEST
Dhan
32.09%
Margin Required
Leverage3.1x
You Pay3,209
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Archean Chemical Ind — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin35%32.13%32.09%
Leverage2.9x3.1x3.1x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00032,13032,090
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00067,87067,910
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 per lakh/day₹34.2 per lakh/day (up to ₹5L)
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)₹20 per order
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per ISIN₹30 + GST per ISIN
Max Holding Period365 daysUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo published limit₹1 crore (₹20L per stock)
Auto Square-OffAuto square-off if margin shortfall not met by T+4Auto square-off if margin falls below minimumAuto-liquidation if margin coverage < 20%

Dhan offers the best margin of 32.09% for ACI, while Upstox requires 35% — a difference of 2.9 percentage points.

ACI MTF Interest Cost Calculator (per ₹1 Lakh Investment)

Upstox
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest33
30-day cost975
Annual cost11,863
Zerodha
Your capital32,130
Broker funds67,870
Daily interest27
30-day cost814
Annual cost9,909
Dhan
Your capital32,090
Broker funds67,910
Daily interest23
30-day cost697
Annual cost8,482

* Interest calculated on broker-funded amount only. Actual cost depends on daily closing balance. Rates may vary — verify with your broker.

How Much Can You Invest in ACI with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold31,162
Dhan funds21,162
Margin used32.09%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,55,812
Dhan funds1,05,812
Margin used32.09%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,11,624
Dhan funds2,11,624
Margin used32.09%

Frequently Asked Questions — ACI MTF

What is the MTF margin for ACI?

Upstox: 35%, Zerodha: 32.13%, Dhan: 32.09%. The lowest margin is 32.09% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹3209.0000000000005 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Archean Chemical Ind shares.

Which broker is cheapest for ACI MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 32.09% (3.1x leverage). However, for interest cost, Dhan starts at 12.49% p.a., Zerodha charges ~14.6% p.a., Groww charges 14.95% p.a., and Upstox charges ~18.25% p.a. The total cost depends on both margin percentage and interest rate — compare both before choosing.

What interest rate do brokers charge on ACI MTF?

Dhan: 12.49% p.a. (lowest, tiered up to 16.49%). Zerodha: ~14.6% p.a. (₹40 per lakh/day). Groww: 14.95% p.a. (₹41 per lakh/day). Upstox: ~18.25% p.a. (₹20 per ₹40K slab/day). Interest accrues from T+1 on the broker-funded amount until you sell.

Can I buy ACI on margin?

Yes, Archean Chemical Ind (ACI) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan. MTF allows you to buy shares by paying only a fraction of the total value. The broker funds the rest and charges daily interest on the funded amount.

How long can I hold ACI on MTF?

Upstox: maximum 365 days. Zerodha, Groww, and Dhan: unlimited holding period as long as you maintain the required margins daily. If your margin falls below the minimum, the broker will auto-liquidate your position.

What are the pledge charges for ACI?

Upstox: ₹20 per stock (one-time). Zerodha: ₹15 + GST per ISIN. Dhan: ₹30 + GST per ISIN. Groww: auto-pledged (included in the process). Pledge charges are per ISIN, not per trade — you pay once regardless of quantity.

What happens if margin falls below minimum for ACI?

All brokers will auto-liquidate your MTF position if margin maintenance is not met. Upstox gives until T+4 to top up. Zerodha and Groww require same-day/next-day top-up. Dhan auto-liquidates if coverage falls below 20%. Always maintain adequate margins to avoid forced sell-off.

What is the maximum borrowing limit for ACI MTF?

Dhan: up to ₹1 crore total (₹20 lakh per stock). Upstox: up to ₹25 lakh total. Zerodha and Groww: no published maximum limit. Actual leverage depends on the stock's margin requirement set by the exchange.

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About Archean Chemical Ind (ACI) Margin Trading

Archean Chemical Ind (ACI) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 3 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan. MTF allows you to buy ACI shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 32.09% for ACI. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Archean Chemical Ind shares by paying just ₹32,090, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹67,910.

MTF Interest Rates for ACI — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding ACI on MTF depends primarily on the interest rate charged by your broker on the funded amount. Dhan offers the lowest starting rate at 12.49% p.a. (₹34.2 per lakh/day), followed by Zerodha at ~14.6% p.a., Groww at 14.95% p.a., and Upstox at ~18.25% p.a.

When choosing a broker for ACI MTF, consider both the margin percentage (which determines how much capital you need) and the interest rate (which determines your holding cost). A broker with a slightly higher margin but lower interest rate may be cheaper overall for longer holding periods.

Holding Period & Square-Off Rules

Upstox allows holding ACI on MTF for up to 365 days. Zerodha, Groww, and Dhan offer unlimited holding as long as you maintain the required margins daily. If your margin falls below the minimum, all brokers will automatically square off your position. Upstox gives a buffer until T+4, while Dhan auto-liquidates when coverage falls below 20%.

Pledge & Brokerage Charges

MTF trades are settled via pledge mechanism — your shares are pledged to the broker as collateral. Pledge charges: Upstox ₹20/stock, Zerodha ₹15+GST/ISIN, Dhan ₹30+GST/ISIN, Groww auto-pledges at no extra charge. Brokerage: Zerodha charges 0.3% or ₹20 (whichever is lower), Upstox 0.1% or ₹20, Groww and Dhan charge ₹20 flat per order.

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