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Prudent Corp Adv Ser (PRUDENT) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 34.75% on Zerodha(2.9x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Mid Cap
CMP
₹3,003
PE
56.1
ROE
28.6%
ROCE
37.5%
Div Yield
0.12%
P/B
14.10
Mkt Cap
₹12,453 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - PRUDENT

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Zerodha
34.75%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,475
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
34.97%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,497
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
34.75%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,475
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
35.86%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,586
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
34.75%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,475
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
40.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.5x
You Pay4,000
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
35.17%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,517
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Prudent Corp Adv Ser - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin35.00%34.75%35.00%34.97%34.75%35.86%34.75%40.00%35.17%
Leverage2.9x2.9x2.9x2.9x2.9x2.8x2.9x2.5x2.8x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00034,75035,00034,97034,75035,86034,75040,00035,170
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00065,25065,00065,03065,25064,14065,25060,00064,830
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

Zerodha offers the best margin of 34.75% for PRUDENT, while Bajaj Broking requires 40.00% - a difference of 5.25 percentage points. This means you save ₹5,250 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Zerodha.

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

Upstox
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest33
30-day cost975
Annual cost11,863
Zerodha
Your capital34,750
Broker funds65,250
Daily interest26
30-day cost783
Annual cost9,527
Dhan
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest22
30-day cost667
Annual cost8,119
Kotak Neo
Your capital34,970
Broker funds65,030
Daily interest18
30-day cost532
Annual cost6,470
Paytm Money
Your capital34,750
Broker funds65,250
Daily interest27
30-day cost804
Annual cost9,781
Pocketful
Your capital35,860
Broker funds64,140
Daily interest11
30-day cost316
Annual cost3,842
Anand Rathi
Your capital34,750
Broker funds65,250
Daily interest27
30-day cost804
Annual cost9,781
Bajaj Broking
Your capital40,000
Broker funds60,000
Daily interest30
30-day cost888
Annual cost10,800
Share India
Your capital35,170
Broker funds64,830
Daily interest27
30-day cost799
Annual cost9,718

* 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 PRUDENT with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold28,777
Zerodha funds18,777
Margin used34.75%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,43,885
Zerodha funds93,885
Margin used34.75%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,87,770
Zerodha funds1,87,770
Margin used34.75%

Frequently Asked Questions - PRUDENT MTF

What is the MTF margin for PRUDENT?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 34.75%, Dhan: 35.00%, Kotak Neo: 34.97%, Paytm Money: 34.75%, Pocketful: 35.86%, Anand Rathi: 34.75%, Bajaj Broking: 40.00%, Share India: 35.17%. The lowest margin is 34.75% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹3475 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Prudent Corp Adv Ser shares.

Which broker is cheapest for PRUDENT MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 34.75% (2.9x 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 PRUDENT 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 PRUDENT on margin?

Yes, Prudent Corp Adv Ser (PRUDENT) 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 PRUDENT 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 PRUDENT?

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 PRUDENT?

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 PRUDENT 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 Prudent Corp Adv Ser (PRUDENT) Margin Trading

Prudent Corp Adv Ser (PRUDENT) 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 PRUDENT shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 34.75% for PRUDENT. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Prudent Corp Adv Ser shares by paying just ₹34,750, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹65,250.

MTF Interest Rates for PRUDENT - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding PRUDENT 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 PRUDENT 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 PRUDENT 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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