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Persistent Systems (PERSISTENT) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 10 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 25.56% on Dhan(3.9x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

ITLarge Cap
CMP
₹4,683
PE
38.2
ROE
27.3%
ROCE
34.4%
Div Yield
0.75%
P/B
9.42
Mkt Cap
₹73,869 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - PERSISTENT

Upstox
32.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.1x
You Pay3,256
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
27.80%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,780
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
27.72%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,772
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.95% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Dhan
25.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.9x
You Pay2,556
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
25.58%
Margin Required
Leverage3.9x
You Pay2,558
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
26.00%
Margin Required
Leverage3.8x
You Pay2,600
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
31.24%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,124
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
32.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.1x
You Pay3,256
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
26.00%
Margin Required
Leverage3.8x
You Pay2,600
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
31.38%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,138
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Persistent Systems - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaGrowwDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin32.56%27.80%27.72%25.56%25.58%26.00%31.24%32.56%26.00%31.38%
Leverage3.1x3.6x3.6x3.9x3.9x3.8x3.2x3.1x3.8x3.2x
You Pay (per ₹1L)32,56027,80027,72025,56025,58026,00031,24032,56026,00031,380
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)67,44072,20072,28074,44074,42074,00068,76067,44074,00068,620
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%14.95%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₹41 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 (flat)₹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 ISINAuto-pledged (included)₹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 (maintain margins)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 limitNo 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 falls below requirementAuto-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

Dhan offers the best margin of 25.56% for PERSISTENT, while Upstox requires 32.56% - a difference of 7.00 percentage points. This means you save ₹7,000 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Dhan.

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

Upstox
Your capital32,560
Broker funds67,440
Daily interest34
30-day cost1,012
Annual cost12,308
Zerodha
Your capital27,800
Broker funds72,200
Daily interest29
30-day cost866
Annual cost10,541
Groww
Your capital27,720
Broker funds72,280
Daily interest30
30-day cost888
Annual cost10,806
Dhan
Your capital25,560
Broker funds74,440
Daily interest25
30-day cost764
Annual cost9,298
Kotak Neo
Your capital25,580
Broker funds74,420
Daily interest20
30-day cost609
Annual cost7,405
Paytm Money
Your capital26,000
Broker funds74,000
Daily interest30
30-day cost912
Annual cost11,093
Pocketful
Your capital31,240
Broker funds68,760
Daily interest11
30-day cost339
Annual cost4,119
Anand Rathi
Your capital32,560
Broker funds67,440
Daily interest28
30-day cost831
Annual cost10,109
Bajaj Broking
Your capital26,000
Broker funds74,000
Daily interest36
30-day cost1,095
Annual cost13,320
Share India
Your capital31,380
Broker funds68,620
Daily interest28
30-day cost845
Annual cost10,286

* 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 PERSISTENT with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold39,124
Dhan funds29,124
Margin used25.56%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,95,618
Dhan funds1,45,618
Margin used25.56%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,91,236
Dhan funds2,91,236
Margin used25.56%

Frequently Asked Questions - PERSISTENT MTF

What is the MTF margin for PERSISTENT?

Upstox: 32.56%, Zerodha: 27.80%, Groww: 27.72%, Dhan: 25.56%, Kotak Neo: 25.58%, Paytm Money: 26.00%, Pocketful: 31.24%, Anand Rathi: 32.56%, Bajaj Broking: 26.00%, Share India: 31.38%. The lowest margin is 25.56% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹2556 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Persistent Systems shares.

Which broker is cheapest for PERSISTENT MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 25.56% (3.9x 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 PERSISTENT 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 PERSISTENT on margin?

Yes, Persistent Systems (PERSISTENT) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, 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 PERSISTENT 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 PERSISTENT?

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 PERSISTENT?

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 PERSISTENT 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 Persistent Systems (PERSISTENT) Margin Trading

Persistent Systems (PERSISTENT) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 10 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy PERSISTENT shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 25.56% for PERSISTENT. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Persistent Systems shares by paying just ₹25,560, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹74,440.

MTF Interest Rates for PERSISTENT - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding PERSISTENT 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 PERSISTENT 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 PERSISTENT 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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