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GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD (GICHSGFIN) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 7 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 28.62% on Zerodha(3.5x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Small Cap
CMP
₹155
PE
5.4
ROE
7.6%
ROCE
7.7%
Div Yield
2.90%
P/B
0.40
Mkt Cap
₹837 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - GICHSGFIN

BEST
Zerodha
28.62%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,862
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
50.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.0x
You Pay5,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
100.00%
Margin Required
Leverage1.0x
You Pay10,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Pocketful
29.34%
Margin Required
Leverage3.4x
You Pay2,934
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
28.62%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,862
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
50.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.0x
You Pay5,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
28.91%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay2,891
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin28.62%50.00%100.00%29.34%28.62%50.00%28.91%
Leverage3.5x2.0x1.0x3.4x3.5x2.0x3.5x
You Pay (per ₹1L)28,62050,0001,00,00029,34028,62050,00028,910
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)71,38050,000070,66071,38050,00071,090
Interest Rate (p.a.)14.6%12.49%9.95%5.99%14.99%18%14.99%
Daily Interest Cost₹40 per lakh/day₹34.2 per lakh/day (up to ₹5L)~₹27 per lakh/day~₹27 per lakh/daysee brokersee brokersee broker
Brokerage0.3% or Rs. 20/executed order, whichever is lower₹20 per order₹20/order or 0.1%₹20/ordersee planplan-basedplan-based
Pledge Charges₹15 + GST per pledge and unpledge request per ISIN₹30 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISINper ISINper ISINper ISIN
Max Holding PeriodUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited Holding PeriodNo Time LimitUnlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing LimitNo published limit₹1 crore (₹20L per stock)No published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limitNo published limit
Auto Square-OffAuto 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 shortfall

Zerodha offers the best margin of 28.62% for GICHSGFIN, while Kotak Neo requires 100.00% - a difference of 71.38 percentage points. This means you save ₹71,380 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Zerodha.

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

Zerodha
Your capital28,620
Broker funds71,380
Daily interest29
30-day cost857
Annual cost10,421
Dhan
Your capital50,000
Broker funds50,000
Daily interest17
30-day cost513
Annual cost6,245
Kotak Neo
Your capital1,00,000
Broker funds0
Daily interest0
30-day cost0
Annual cost0
Pocketful
Your capital29,340
Broker funds70,660
Daily interest12
30-day cost348
Annual cost4,233
Anand Rathi
Your capital28,620
Broker funds71,380
Daily interest29
30-day cost879
Annual cost10,700
Bajaj Broking
Your capital50,000
Broker funds50,000
Daily interest25
30-day cost740
Annual cost9,000
Share India
Your capital28,910
Broker funds71,090
Daily interest29
30-day cost876
Annual cost10,656

* 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 GICHSGFIN with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold34,941
Zerodha funds24,941
Margin used28.62%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,74,703
Zerodha funds1,24,703
Margin used28.62%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,49,406
Zerodha funds2,49,406
Margin used28.62%

Frequently Asked Questions - GICHSGFIN MTF

What is the MTF margin for GICHSGFIN?

Zerodha: 28.62%, Dhan: 50.00%, Kotak Neo: 100.00%, Pocketful: 29.34%, Anand Rathi: 28.62%, Bajaj Broking: 50.00%, Share India: 28.91%. The lowest margin is 28.62% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹2862 to buy ₹10,000 worth of GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD shares.

Which broker is cheapest for GICHSGFIN MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 28.62% (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 GICHSGFIN 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 GICHSGFIN on margin?

Yes, GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD (GICHSGFIN) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, 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 GICHSGFIN 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 GICHSGFIN?

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 GICHSGFIN?

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 GICHSGFIN 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 GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD (GICHSGFIN) Margin Trading

GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD (GICHSGFIN) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 7 major Indian brokers: Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy GICHSGFIN shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 28.62% for GICHSGFIN. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of GIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD shares by paying just ₹28,620, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹71,380.

MTF Interest Rates for GICHSGFIN - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding GICHSGFIN 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 GICHSGFIN 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 GICHSGFIN 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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