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The New India Assurance Co (NIACL) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 35.18% on Share India(2.8x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Large Cap
CMP
₹186
PE
21.6
ROE
4.4%
ROCE
3.9%
Div Yield
0.81%
P/B
0.89
Mkt Cap
₹30,563 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - NIACL

Upstox
36.80%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,680
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
36.80%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,680
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
36.80%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,680
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
36.76%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,676
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
46.80%
Margin Required
Leverage2.1x
You Pay4,680
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
35.92%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,592
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
36.80%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,680
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
37.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,700
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Share India
35.18%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,518
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

The New India Assurance Co - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin36.80%36.80%36.80%36.76%46.80%35.92%36.80%37.00%35.18%
Leverage2.7x2.7x2.7x2.7x2.1x2.8x2.7x2.7x2.8x
You Pay (per ₹1L)36,80036,80036,80036,76046,80035,92036,80037,00035,180
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)63,20063,20063,20063,24053,20064,08063,20063,00064,820
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%9.95%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

Share India offers the best margin of 35.18% for NIACL, while Paytm Money requires 46.80% - a difference of 11.62 percentage points. This means you save ₹11,620 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Share India.

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

Upstox
Your capital36,800
Broker funds63,200
Daily interest32
30-day cost948
Annual cost11,534
Zerodha
Your capital36,800
Broker funds63,200
Daily interest25
30-day cost758
Annual cost9,227
Dhan
Your capital36,800
Broker funds63,200
Daily interest22
30-day cost649
Annual cost7,894
Kotak Neo
Your capital36,760
Broker funds63,240
Daily interest17
30-day cost517
Annual cost6,292
Paytm Money
Your capital46,800
Broker funds53,200
Daily interest22
30-day cost655
Annual cost7,975
Pocketful
Your capital35,920
Broker funds64,080
Daily interest11
30-day cost315
Annual cost3,838
Anand Rathi
Your capital36,800
Broker funds63,200
Daily interest26
30-day cost779
Annual cost9,474
Bajaj Broking
Your capital37,000
Broker funds63,000
Daily interest31
30-day cost932
Annual cost11,340
Share India
Your capital35,180
Broker funds64,820
Daily interest27
30-day cost799
Annual cost9,717

* 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 NIACL with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold28,425
Share India funds18,425
Margin used35.18%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,42,126
Share India funds92,126
Margin used35.18%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,84,252
Share India funds1,84,252
Margin used35.18%

Frequently Asked Questions - NIACL MTF

What is the MTF margin for NIACL?

Upstox: 36.80%, Zerodha: 36.80%, Dhan: 36.80%, Kotak Neo: 36.76%, Paytm Money: 46.80%, Pocketful: 35.92%, Anand Rathi: 36.80%, Bajaj Broking: 37.00%, Share India: 35.18%. The lowest margin is 35.18% on Share India, meaning you only need to pay ₹3518 to buy ₹10,000 worth of The New India Assurance Co shares.

Which broker is cheapest for NIACL MTF?

For margin percentage, Share India offers the lowest at 35.18% (2.8x 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 NIACL 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 NIACL on margin?

Yes, The New India Assurance Co (NIACL) 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 NIACL 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 NIACL?

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 NIACL?

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 NIACL 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 The New India Assurance Co (NIACL) Margin Trading

The New India Assurance Co (NIACL) 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 NIACL shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Share India offers the best MTF margin of 35.18% for NIACL. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of The New India Assurance Co shares by paying just ₹35,180, with Share India funding the remaining ₹64,820.

MTF Interest Rates for NIACL - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding NIACL 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 NIACL 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 NIACL 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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