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PTC India Fin Serv (PFS) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 35.25% on Upstox(2.8x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — PFS

BEST
Upstox
35.25%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay₹3,525
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
35.25%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay₹3,525
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
Dhan
40%
Margin Required
Leverage2.5x
You Pay₹4,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

PTC India Fin Serv — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin35.25%35.25%40%
Leverage2.8x2.8x2.5x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹35,250₹35,250₹40,000
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹64,750₹64,750₹60,000
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%

Upstox offers the best margin of 35.25% for PFS, while Dhan requires 40% — a difference of 4.8 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital₹35,250
Broker funds₹64,750
Daily interest₹32
30-day cost₹971
Annual cost₹11,817
Zerodha
Your capital₹35,250
Broker funds₹64,750
Daily interest₹26
30-day cost₹777
Annual cost₹9,454
Dhan
Your capital₹40,000
Broker funds₹60,000
Daily interest₹21
30-day cost₹616
Annual cost₹7,494

* 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 PFS with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹28,369
Upstox funds₹18,369
Margin used35.25%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹1,41,844
Upstox funds₹91,844
Margin used35.25%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹2,83,688
Upstox funds₹1,83,688
Margin used35.25%

Frequently Asked Questions — PFS MTF

What is the MTF margin for PFS?

Upstox: 35.25%, Zerodha: 35.25%, Dhan: 40%. The lowest margin is 35.25% on Upstox, meaning you only need to pay ₹3525 to buy ₹10,000 worth of PTC India Fin Serv shares.

Which broker is cheapest for PFS MTF?

For margin percentage, Upstox offers the lowest at 35.25% (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 PFS 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 PFS on margin?

Yes, PTC India Fin Serv (PFS) 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 PFS 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 PFS?

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 PFS?

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 PFS 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 PTC India Fin Serv (PFS) Margin Trading

PTC India Fin Serv (PFS) 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 PFS shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Upstox offers the best MTF margin of 35.25% for PFS. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of PTC India Fin Serv shares by paying just ₹35,250, with Upstox funding the remaining ₹64,750.

MTF Interest Rates for PFS — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding PFS 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 PFS 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 PFS 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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