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Indian Railway Tourism Corp (IRCTC) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 10 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 27.32% on Kotak Neo(3.7x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

ServicesLarge Cap
CMP
₹510
PE
29.5
ROE
34.6%
ROCE
46.1%
Div Yield
1.67%
P/B
9.46
Mkt Cap
₹40,804 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - IRCTC

Upstox
27.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,733
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
27.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,733
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
27.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,733
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
BEST
Kotak Neo
27.32%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,732
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
27.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,733
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
27.61%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,761
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Fyers
27.78%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,778
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
27.33%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,733
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
28.00%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,800
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
27.59%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,759
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Indian Railway Tourism Corp - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulFyersAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin27.33%27.33%27.33%27.32%27.33%27.61%27.78%27.33%28.00%27.59%
Leverage3.7x3.7x3.7x3.7x3.7x3.6x3.6x3.7x3.6x3.6x
You Pay (per ₹1L)27,33027,33027,33027,32027,33027,61027,78027,33028,00027,590
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)72,67072,67072,67072,68072,67072,39072,22072,67072,00072,410
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%9.95%14.99%5.99%9.99%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/day~₹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/order₹20/order or 0.03%see 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 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)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 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 shortfallAuto square-off on margin shortfall

Kotak Neo offers the best margin of 27.32% for IRCTC, while Bajaj Broking requires 28.00% - a difference of 0.68 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital27,330
Broker funds72,670
Daily interest36
30-day cost1,090
Annual cost13,262
Zerodha
Your capital27,330
Broker funds72,670
Daily interest29
30-day cost872
Annual cost10,610
Dhan
Your capital27,330
Broker funds72,670
Daily interest25
30-day cost746
Annual cost9,076
Kotak Neo
Your capital27,320
Broker funds72,680
Daily interest20
30-day cost594
Annual cost7,232
Paytm Money
Your capital27,330
Broker funds72,670
Daily interest30
30-day cost895
Annual cost10,893
Pocketful
Your capital27,610
Broker funds72,390
Daily interest12
30-day cost356
Annual cost4,336
Fyers
Your capital27,780
Broker funds72,220
Daily interest20
30-day cost593
Annual cost7,215
Anand Rathi
Your capital27,330
Broker funds72,670
Daily interest30
30-day cost895
Annual cost10,893
Bajaj Broking
Your capital28,000
Broker funds72,000
Daily interest36
30-day cost1,065
Annual cost12,960
Share India
Your capital27,590
Broker funds72,410
Daily interest30
30-day cost892
Annual cost10,854

* 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 IRCTC with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold36,603
Kotak Neo funds26,603
Margin used27.32%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,83,016
Kotak Neo funds1,33,016
Margin used27.32%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,66,032
Kotak Neo funds2,66,032
Margin used27.32%

Frequently Asked Questions - IRCTC MTF

What is the MTF margin for IRCTC?

Upstox: 27.33%, Zerodha: 27.33%, Dhan: 27.33%, Kotak Neo: 27.32%, Paytm Money: 27.33%, Pocketful: 27.61%, Fyers: 27.78%, Anand Rathi: 27.33%, Bajaj Broking: 28.00%, Share India: 27.59%. The lowest margin is 27.32% on Kotak Neo, meaning you only need to pay ₹2732 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Indian Railway Tourism Corp shares.

Which broker is cheapest for IRCTC MTF?

For margin percentage, Kotak Neo offers the lowest at 27.32% (3.7x 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 IRCTC 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 IRCTC on margin?

Yes, Indian Railway Tourism Corp (IRCTC) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Fyers, 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 IRCTC 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 IRCTC?

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 IRCTC?

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 IRCTC 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 Indian Railway Tourism Corp (IRCTC) Margin Trading

Indian Railway Tourism Corp (IRCTC) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 10 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Fyers, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy IRCTC 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 27.32% for IRCTC. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Indian Railway Tourism Corp shares by paying just ₹27,320, with Kotak Neo funding the remaining ₹72,680.

MTF Interest Rates for IRCTC - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding IRCTC 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 IRCTC 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 IRCTC 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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