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BLS Intl Ser VS (BLS) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 4 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 37.7% on Upstox(2.7x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — BLS

BEST
Upstox
37.7%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,770
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
37.7%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,770
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
37.7%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,770
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.95% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
37.7%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,770
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

BLS Intl Ser VS — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaGrowwDhan
MTF Margin37.7%37.7%37.7%37.7%
Leverage2.7x2.7x2.7x2.7x
You Pay (per ₹1L)37,70037,70037,70037,700
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)62,30062,30062,30062,300
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%14.95%12.49%
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)
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)₹20 per order (flat)₹20 per order
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per ISINAuto-pledged (included)₹30 + GST per ISIN
Max Holding Period365 daysUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo published limitNo 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 falls below requirementAuto-liquidation if margin coverage < 20%

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

Upstox
Your capital37,700
Broker funds62,300
Daily interest31
30-day cost935
Annual cost11,370
Zerodha
Your capital37,700
Broker funds62,300
Daily interest25
30-day cost748
Annual cost9,096
Groww
Your capital37,700
Broker funds62,300
Daily interest26
30-day cost766
Annual cost9,314
Dhan
Your capital37,700
Broker funds62,300
Daily interest21
30-day cost640
Annual cost7,781

* 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 BLS with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold26,525
Upstox funds16,525
Margin used37.7%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,32,626
Upstox funds82,626
Margin used37.7%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,65,252
Upstox funds1,65,252
Margin used37.7%

Frequently Asked Questions — BLS MTF

What is the MTF margin for BLS?

Upstox: 37.7%, Zerodha: 37.7%, Groww: 37.7%, Dhan: 37.7%. The lowest margin is 37.7% on Upstox, meaning you only need to pay ₹3770.0000000000005 to buy ₹10,000 worth of BLS Intl Ser VS shares.

Which broker is cheapest for BLS MTF?

For margin percentage, Upstox offers the lowest at 37.7% (2.7x 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 BLS 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 BLS on margin?

Yes, BLS Intl Ser VS (BLS) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, 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 BLS 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 BLS?

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 BLS?

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 BLS 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 BLS Intl Ser VS (BLS) Margin Trading

BLS Intl Ser VS (BLS) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 4 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, Dhan. MTF allows you to buy BLS shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Upstox offers the best MTF margin of 37.7% for BLS. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of BLS Intl Ser VS shares by paying just ₹37,700, with Upstox funding the remaining ₹62,300.

MTF Interest Rates for BLS — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding BLS 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 BLS 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 BLS 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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