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BEL (BEL) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 10 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 22.03% on Kotak Neo(4.5x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

DefenceMega Cap
CMP
₹418
PE
50.4
ROE
27.6%
ROCE
36.5%
Div Yield
0.57%
P/B
12.74
Mkt Cap
₹3,05,585 Cr

Fundamentals from the Downstox Value Screener (Nifty 500 universe, updated daily). Not investment advice.

MTF Margin Comparison - BEL

Upstox
29.05%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay2,905
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
24.80%
Margin Required
Leverage4.0x
You Pay2,480
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
24.77%
Margin Required
Leverage4.0x
You Pay2,477
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.95% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
23.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.3x
You Pay2,300
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
BEST
Kotak Neo
22.03%
Margin Required
Leverage4.5x
You Pay2,203
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
22.05%
Margin Required
Leverage4.5x
You Pay2,205
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
29.72%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay2,972
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
29.03%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay2,903
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
24.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.2x
You Pay2,400
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
29.40%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay2,940
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

BEL - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaGrowwDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin29.05%24.80%24.77%23.00%22.03%22.05%29.72%29.03%24.00%29.40%
Leverage3.4x4.0x4.0x4.3x4.5x4.5x3.4x3.4x4.2x3.4x
You Pay (per ₹1L)29,05024,80024,77023,00022,03022,05029,72029,03024,00029,400
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)70,95075,20075,23077,00077,97077,95070,28070,97076,00070,600
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%14.95%12.49%9.95%14.99%5.99%14.99%18%14.99%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 per lakh/day₹41 per lakh/day₹34.2 per lakh/day (up to ₹5L)~₹27 per lakh/dayslab-based~₹27 per lakh/daysee brokersee brokersee broker
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or Rs. 20/executed order, whichever is lower₹20 per order (flat)₹20 per order₹20/order or 0.1%₹20/order or 0.05%₹20/ordersee planplan-basedplan-based
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per pledge and unpledge request per ISINAuto-pledged (included)₹30 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISINper ISINper ISINper ISIN
Max Holding PeriodUnlimitedUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited Holding PeriodNo Time LimitUnlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo published limitNo published limit₹1 crore (₹20L per stock)No published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limit
Auto Square-OffAuto square-off if margin shortfall not met by T+4Auto square-off if margin falls below minimumAuto-liquidation if margin falls below requirementAuto-liquidation if margin coverage < 20%Auto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfall

Kotak Neo offers the best margin of 22.03% for BEL, while Pocketful requires 29.72% - a difference of 7.69 percentage points. This means you save ₹7,690 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Kotak Neo.

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

Upstox
Your capital29,050
Broker funds70,950
Daily interest35
30-day cost1,064
Annual cost12,948
Zerodha
Your capital24,800
Broker funds75,200
Daily interest30
30-day cost902
Annual cost10,979
Groww
Your capital24,770
Broker funds75,230
Daily interest31
30-day cost924
Annual cost11,247
Dhan
Your capital23,000
Broker funds77,000
Daily interest26
30-day cost790
Annual cost9,617
Kotak Neo
Your capital22,030
Broker funds77,970
Daily interest21
30-day cost638
Annual cost7,758
Paytm Money
Your capital22,050
Broker funds77,950
Daily interest32
30-day cost960
Annual cost11,685
Pocketful
Your capital29,720
Broker funds70,280
Daily interest12
30-day cost346
Annual cost4,210
Anand Rathi
Your capital29,030
Broker funds70,970
Daily interest29
30-day cost874
Annual cost10,638
Bajaj Broking
Your capital24,000
Broker funds76,000
Daily interest37
30-day cost1,124
Annual cost13,680
Share India
Your capital29,400
Broker funds70,600
Daily interest29
30-day cost870
Annual cost10,583

* 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 BEL with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold45,393
Kotak Neo funds35,393
Margin used22.03%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold2,26,963
Kotak Neo funds1,76,963
Margin used22.03%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold4,53,926
Kotak Neo funds3,53,926
Margin used22.03%

Frequently Asked Questions - BEL MTF

What is the MTF margin for BEL?

Upstox: 29.05%, Zerodha: 24.80%, Groww: 24.77%, Dhan: 23.00%, Kotak Neo: 22.03%, Paytm Money: 22.05%, Pocketful: 29.72%, Anand Rathi: 29.03%, Bajaj Broking: 24.00%, Share India: 29.40%. The lowest margin is 22.03% on Kotak Neo, meaning you only need to pay ₹2203 to buy ₹10,000 worth of BEL shares.

Which broker is cheapest for BEL MTF?

For margin percentage, Kotak Neo offers the lowest at 22.03% (4.5x 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 BEL 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 BEL on margin?

Yes, BEL (BEL) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. 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 BEL 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 BEL?

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 BEL?

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 BEL 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 BEL (BEL) Margin Trading

BEL (BEL) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 10 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy BEL shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Kotak Neo offers the best MTF margin of 22.03% for BEL. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of BEL shares by paying just ₹22,030, with Kotak Neo funding the remaining ₹77,970.

MTF Interest Rates for BEL - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding BEL 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 BEL 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 BEL 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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