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Amara Raja Batteries (ARE&M) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 29.37% on Upstox(3.4x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — ARE&M

BEST
Upstox
29.37%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay₹2,937
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
29.37%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay₹2,937
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
Dhan
29.37%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay₹2,937
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Amara Raja Batteries — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin29.37%29.37%29.37%
Leverage3.4x3.4x3.4x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹29,370₹29,370₹29,370
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹70,630₹70,630₹70,630
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%

ARE&M MTF Interest Cost Calculator (per ₹1 Lakh Investment)

Upstox
Your capital₹29,370
Broker funds₹70,630
Daily interest₹35
30-day cost₹1,059
Annual cost₹12,890
Zerodha
Your capital₹29,370
Broker funds₹70,630
Daily interest₹28
30-day cost₹848
Annual cost₹10,312
Dhan
Your capital₹29,370
Broker funds₹70,630
Daily interest₹24
30-day cost₹725
Annual cost₹8,822

* 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 ARE&M with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹34,048
Upstox funds₹24,048
Margin used29.37%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹1,70,242
Upstox funds₹1,20,242
Margin used29.37%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹3,40,483
Upstox funds₹2,40,483
Margin used29.37%

Frequently Asked Questions — ARE&M MTF

What is the MTF margin for ARE&M?

Upstox: 29.37%, Zerodha: 29.37%, Dhan: 29.37%. The lowest margin is 29.37% on Upstox, meaning you only need to pay ₹2937 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Amara Raja Batteries shares.

Which broker is cheapest for ARE&M MTF?

For margin percentage, Upstox offers the lowest at 29.37% (3.4x 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 ARE&M 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 ARE&M on margin?

Yes, Amara Raja Batteries (ARE&M) 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 ARE&M 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 ARE&M?

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 ARE&M?

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 ARE&M 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 Amara Raja Batteries (ARE&M) Margin Trading

Amara Raja Batteries (ARE&M) 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 ARE&M shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Upstox offers the best MTF margin of 29.37% for ARE&M. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Amara Raja Batteries shares by paying just ₹29,370, with Upstox funding the remaining ₹70,630.

MTF Interest Rates for ARE&M — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding ARE&M 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 ARE&M 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 ARE&M 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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