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ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF (NIFTYIETF) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 2 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 20% on Zerodha(5.0x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — NIFTYIETF

Upstox
25%
Margin Required
Leverage4.0x
You Pay₹2,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
BEST
Zerodha
20%
Margin Required
Leverage5.0x
You Pay₹2,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
Dhan
Not Available

ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodha
MTF Margin25%20%
Leverage4.0x5.0x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹25,000₹20,000
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹75,000₹80,000
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%
Daily Interest Cost₹20 per ₹40,000 slab/day₹40 per lakh/day
Brokerage0.1% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)0.3% or ₹20/order (whichever is lower)
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per ISIN
Max Holding Period365 daysUnlimited (maintain margins daily)
Max Borrowing Limit₹25 lakhNo published limit
Auto Square-OffAuto square-off if margin shortfall not met by T+4Auto square-off if margin falls below minimum

Zerodha offers the best margin of 20% for NIFTYIETF, while Upstox requires 25% — a difference of 5.0 percentage points.

NIFTYIETF 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
Zerodha
Your capital₹20,000
Broker funds₹80,000
Daily interest₹32
30-day cost₹960
Annual cost₹11,680

* 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 NIFTYIETF with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹50,000
Zerodha funds₹40,000
Margin used20%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹2,50,000
Zerodha funds₹2,00,000
Margin used20%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹5,00,000
Zerodha funds₹4,00,000
Margin used20%

Frequently Asked Questions — NIFTYIETF MTF

What is the MTF margin for NIFTYIETF?

Upstox: 25%, Zerodha: 20%. The lowest margin is 20% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹2000 to buy ₹10,000 worth of ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF shares.

Which broker is cheapest for NIFTYIETF MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 20% (5.0x 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 NIFTYIETF 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 NIFTYIETF on margin?

Yes, ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF (NIFTYIETF) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha. 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 NIFTYIETF 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 NIFTYIETF?

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 NIFTYIETF?

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 NIFTYIETF 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 ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF (NIFTYIETF) Margin Trading

ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF (NIFTYIETF) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 2 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha. MTF allows you to buy NIFTYIETF shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 20% for NIFTYIETF. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of ICICI Prudential Nifty ETF shares by paying just ₹20,000, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹80,000.

MTF Interest Rates for NIFTYIETF — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding NIFTYIETF 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 NIFTYIETF 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 NIFTYIETF 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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