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BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. (BENGALASM) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 4 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 28.58% on Share India(3.5x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Fundamentals updated 23 JulSmall Cap
CMP
₹6,217
PE
8.6
ROE
8.1%
ROCE
4.0%
Div Yield
0.80%
P/B
0.66
Mkt Cap
₹7,098 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - BENGALASM

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
50.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.0x
You Pay5,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
50.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.0x
You Pay5,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Share India
28.58%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,858
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaPocketfulShare India
MTF Margin35.00%50.00%50.00%28.58%
Leverage2.9x2.0x2.0x3.5x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00050,00050,00028,580
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00050,00050,00071,420
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%5.99%14.99%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 per lakh/day~₹27 per lakh/daysee broker
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or Rs. 20/executed order, whichever is lowerMinimal broker charges, no hidden fees.plan-based
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per pledge request₹20 + GST per ISINper ISIN
Max Holding PeriodUnlimitedUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo 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 square-off on margin shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfall

Share India offers the best margin of 28.58% for BENGALASM, while Zerodha requires 50.00% - a difference of 21.42 percentage points. This means you save ₹21,420 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Share India.

BENGALASM 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 capital50,000
Broker funds50,000
Daily interest20
30-day cost600
Annual cost7,300
Pocketful
Your capital50,000
Broker funds50,000
Daily interest8
30-day cost246
Annual cost2,995
Share India
Your capital28,580
Broker funds71,420
Daily interest29
30-day cost880
Annual cost10,706

* 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 BENGALASM with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold34,990
Share India funds24,990
Margin used28.58%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,74,948
Share India funds1,24,948
Margin used28.58%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,49,895
Share India funds2,49,895
Margin used28.58%

Frequently Asked Questions - BENGALASM MTF

What is the MTF margin for BENGALASM?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 50.00%, Pocketful: 50.00%, Share India: 28.58%. The lowest margin is 28.58% on Share India, meaning you only need to pay ₹2858 to buy ₹10,000 worth of BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. shares.

Which broker is cheapest for BENGALASM MTF?

For margin percentage, Share India offers the lowest at 28.58% (3.5x 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 BENGALASM 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 BENGALASM on margin?

Yes, BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. (BENGALASM) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Pocketful, 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 BENGALASM 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 BENGALASM?

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 BENGALASM?

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 BENGALASM 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 BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. (BENGALASM) Margin Trading

BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. (BENGALASM) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 4 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Pocketful, Share India. MTF allows you to buy BENGALASM shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Share India offers the best MTF margin of 28.58% for BENGALASM. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of BENGAL & ASSAM CO. LTD. shares by paying just ₹28,580, with Share India funding the remaining ₹71,420.

MTF Interest Rates for BENGALASM - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding BENGALASM 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 BENGALASM 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 BENGALASM 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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