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PNB Housing Finance (PNBHOUSING) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 26.1% on Dhan(3.8x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — PNBHOUSING

Upstox
33.14%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay₹3,314
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
28.3%
Margin Required
Leverage3.5x
You Pay₹2,830
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
BEST
Dhan
26.1%
Margin Required
Leverage3.8x
You Pay₹2,610
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

PNB Housing Finance — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin33.14%28.3%26.1%
Leverage3.0x3.5x3.8x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹33,140₹28,300₹26,100
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹66,860₹71,700₹73,900
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%

Dhan offers the best margin of 26.1% for PNBHOUSING, while Upstox requires 33.14% — a difference of 7.0 percentage points. This means you save ₹7,040 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Dhan.

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

Upstox
Your capital₹33,140
Broker funds₹66,860
Daily interest₹33
30-day cost₹1,003
Annual cost₹12,202
Zerodha
Your capital₹28,300
Broker funds₹71,700
Daily interest₹29
30-day cost₹860
Annual cost₹10,468
Dhan
Your capital₹26,100
Broker funds₹73,900
Daily interest₹25
30-day cost₹759
Annual cost₹9,230

* 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 PNBHOUSING with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹38,314
Dhan funds₹28,314
Margin used26.1%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹1,91,571
Dhan funds₹1,41,571
Margin used26.1%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹3,83,142
Dhan funds₹2,83,142
Margin used26.1%

Frequently Asked Questions — PNBHOUSING MTF

What is the MTF margin for PNBHOUSING?

Upstox: 33.14%, Zerodha: 28.3%, Dhan: 26.1%. The lowest margin is 26.1% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹2610 to buy ₹10,000 worth of PNB Housing Finance shares.

Which broker is cheapest for PNBHOUSING MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 26.1% (3.8x 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 PNBHOUSING 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 PNBHOUSING on margin?

Yes, PNB Housing Finance (PNBHOUSING) 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 PNBHOUSING 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 PNBHOUSING?

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 PNBHOUSING?

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 PNBHOUSING 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 PNB Housing Finance (PNBHOUSING) Margin Trading

PNB Housing Finance (PNBHOUSING) 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 PNBHOUSING shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 26.1% for PNBHOUSING. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of PNB Housing Finance shares by paying just ₹26,100, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹73,900.

MTF Interest Rates for PNBHOUSING — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding PNBHOUSING 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 PNBHOUSING 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 PNBHOUSING 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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