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Care Ratings (CARERATING) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 31.53% on Zerodha(3.2x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Small Cap
CMP
₹1,645
PE
28.9
ROE
19.7%
ROCE
26.3%
Div Yield
1.34%
P/B
5.31
Mkt Cap
₹4,946 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - CARERATING

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Zerodha
31.53%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,153
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
31.53%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,153
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
34.97%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,497
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.69% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
33.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,333
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
31.68%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,168
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
31.53%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,153
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
32.03%
Margin Required
Leverage3.1x
You Pay3,203
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Care Ratings - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin35.00%31.53%31.53%34.97%33.33%31.68%31.53%35.00%32.03%
Leverage2.9x3.2x3.2x2.9x3.0x3.2x3.2x2.9x3.1x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00031,53031,53034,97033,33031,68031,53035,00032,030
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00068,47068,47065,03066,67068,32068,47065,00067,970
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%9.69%14.99%5.99%14.99%18%14.99%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 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₹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 ISIN₹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 Holding PeriodNo Time LimitUnlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo 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 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

Zerodha offers the best margin of 31.53% for CARERATING, while Upstox requires 35.00% - a difference of 3.47 percentage points.

CARERATING 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 capital31,530
Broker funds68,470
Daily interest27
30-day cost822
Annual cost9,997
Dhan
Your capital31,530
Broker funds68,470
Daily interest23
30-day cost703
Annual cost8,552
Kotak Neo
Your capital34,970
Broker funds65,030
Daily interest17
30-day cost518
Annual cost6,301
Paytm Money
Your capital33,330
Broker funds66,670
Daily interest27
30-day cost821
Annual cost9,994
Pocketful
Your capital31,680
Broker funds68,320
Daily interest11
30-day cost336
Annual cost4,092
Anand Rathi
Your capital31,530
Broker funds68,470
Daily interest28
30-day cost844
Annual cost10,264
Bajaj Broking
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest32
30-day cost962
Annual cost11,700
Share India
Your capital32,030
Broker funds67,970
Daily interest28
30-day cost837
Annual cost10,189

* 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 CARERATING with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold31,716
Zerodha funds21,716
Margin used31.53%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,58,579
Zerodha funds1,08,579
Margin used31.53%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,17,158
Zerodha funds2,17,158
Margin used31.53%

Frequently Asked Questions - CARERATING MTF

What is the MTF margin for CARERATING?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 31.53%, Dhan: 31.53%, Kotak Neo: 34.97%, Paytm Money: 33.33%, Pocketful: 31.68%, Anand Rathi: 31.53%, Bajaj Broking: 35.00%, Share India: 32.03%. The lowest margin is 31.53% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹3153 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Care Ratings shares.

Which broker is cheapest for CARERATING MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 31.53% (3.2x 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 CARERATING 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 CARERATING on margin?

Yes, Care Ratings (CARERATING) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, 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 CARERATING 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 CARERATING?

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 CARERATING?

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 CARERATING 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 Care Ratings (CARERATING) Margin Trading

Care Ratings (CARERATING) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 9 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy CARERATING shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 31.53% for CARERATING. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Care Ratings shares by paying just ₹31,530, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹68,470.

MTF Interest Rates for CARERATING - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding CARERATING 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 CARERATING 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 CARERATING 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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