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Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid (LIQUID1) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 1 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 25% on Upstox(4.0x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — LIQUID1

BEST
Upstox
25%
Margin Required
Leverage4.0x
You Pay₹2,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
Not Available
Groww
Not Available
Dhan
Not Available

Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstox
MTF Margin25%
Leverage4.0x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹25,000
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹75,000
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)
Max Holding Period365 days
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakh
Auto Square-OffAuto square-off if margin shortfall not met by T+4

LIQUID1 MTF Interest Cost Calculator (per ₹1 Lakh Investment)

Upstox
Your capital₹25,000
Broker funds₹75,000
Daily interest₹38
30-day cost₹1,125
Annual cost₹13,688

* 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 LIQUID1 with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹40,000
Upstox funds₹30,000
Margin used25%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹2,00,000
Upstox funds₹1,50,000
Margin used25%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹4,00,000
Upstox funds₹3,00,000
Margin used25%

Frequently Asked Questions — LIQUID1 MTF

What is the MTF margin for LIQUID1?

Upstox: 25%. The lowest margin is 25% on Upstox, meaning you only need to pay ₹2500 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid shares.

Which broker is cheapest for LIQUID1 MTF?

For margin percentage, Upstox offers the lowest at 25% (4.0x 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 LIQUID1 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 LIQUID1 on margin?

Yes, Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid (LIQUID1) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox. 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 LIQUID1 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 LIQUID1?

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 LIQUID1?

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 LIQUID1 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 Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid (LIQUID1) Margin Trading

Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid (LIQUID1) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 1 major Indian brokers: Upstox. MTF allows you to buy LIQUID1 shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Upstox offers the best MTF margin of 25% for LIQUID1. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Kotak Mahindra AMC - Kotak Liquid shares by paying just ₹25,000, with Upstox funding the remaining ₹75,000.

MTF Interest Rates for LIQUID1 — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding LIQUID1 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 LIQUID1 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 LIQUID1 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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