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KSB LIMITED (KSB) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 30.16% on Dhan(3.3x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — KSB

Upstox
35%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay₹3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
30.18%
Margin Required
Leverage3.3x
You Pay₹3,018
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
BEST
Dhan
30.16%
Margin Required
Leverage3.3x
You Pay₹3,016
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

KSB LIMITED — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin35%30.18%30.16%
Leverage2.9x3.3x3.3x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹35,000₹30,180₹30,160
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹65,000₹69,820₹69,840
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 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
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per ISIN₹30 + GST per ISIN
Max Holding Period365 daysUnlimited (maintain margins daily)Unlimited (maintain margins)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo 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 coverage < 20%

Dhan offers the best margin of 30.16% for KSB, while Upstox requires 35% — a difference of 4.8 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital₹35,000
Broker funds₹65,000
Daily interest₹33
30-day cost₹975
Annual cost₹11,863
Zerodha
Your capital₹30,180
Broker funds₹69,820
Daily interest₹28
30-day cost₹838
Annual cost₹10,194
Dhan
Your capital₹30,160
Broker funds₹69,840
Daily interest₹24
30-day cost₹717
Annual cost₹8,723

* 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 KSB with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹33,156
Dhan funds₹23,156
Margin used30.16%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹1,65,782
Dhan funds₹1,15,782
Margin used30.16%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹3,31,565
Dhan funds₹2,31,565
Margin used30.16%

Frequently Asked Questions — KSB MTF

What is the MTF margin for KSB?

Upstox: 35%, Zerodha: 30.18%, Dhan: 30.16%. The lowest margin is 30.16% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹3016 to buy ₹10,000 worth of KSB LIMITED shares.

Which broker is cheapest for KSB MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 30.16% (3.3x 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 KSB 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 KSB on margin?

Yes, KSB LIMITED (KSB) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, 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 KSB 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 KSB?

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 KSB?

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 KSB 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 KSB LIMITED (KSB) Margin Trading

KSB LIMITED (KSB) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 3 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan. MTF allows you to buy KSB shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 30.16% for KSB. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of KSB LIMITED shares by paying just ₹30,160, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹69,840.

MTF Interest Rates for KSB — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding KSB 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 KSB 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 KSB 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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