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AVANTEL LIMITED (AVANTEL) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 38.15% on Dhan(2.6x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — AVANTEL

Upstox
38.21%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,821
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
38.21%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,821
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
BEST
Dhan
38.15%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,815
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

AVANTEL LIMITED — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin38.21%38.21%38.15%
Leverage2.6x2.6x2.6x
You Pay (per ₹1L)38,21038,21038,150
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)61,79061,79061,850
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 38.15% for AVANTEL, while Upstox requires 38.21% — a difference of 0.1 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital38,210
Broker funds61,790
Daily interest31
30-day cost927
Annual cost11,277
Zerodha
Your capital38,210
Broker funds61,790
Daily interest25
30-day cost741
Annual cost9,021
Dhan
Your capital38,150
Broker funds61,850
Daily interest21
30-day cost635
Annual cost7,725

* 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 AVANTEL with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold26,212
Dhan funds16,212
Margin used38.15%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,31,062
Dhan funds81,062
Margin used38.15%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,62,123
Dhan funds1,62,123
Margin used38.15%

Frequently Asked Questions — AVANTEL MTF

What is the MTF margin for AVANTEL?

Upstox: 38.21%, Zerodha: 38.21%, Dhan: 38.15%. The lowest margin is 38.15% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹3815 to buy ₹10,000 worth of AVANTEL LIMITED shares.

Which broker is cheapest for AVANTEL MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 38.15% (2.6x 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 AVANTEL 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 AVANTEL on margin?

Yes, AVANTEL LIMITED (AVANTEL) 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 AVANTEL 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 AVANTEL?

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 AVANTEL?

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 AVANTEL 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 AVANTEL LIMITED (AVANTEL) Margin Trading

AVANTEL LIMITED (AVANTEL) 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 AVANTEL shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 38.15% for AVANTEL. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of AVANTEL LIMITED shares by paying just ₹38,150, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹61,850.

MTF Interest Rates for AVANTEL — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding AVANTEL 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 AVANTEL 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 AVANTEL 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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