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Railtel Corp of India (RAILTEL) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 36.30% on Zerodha(2.8x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

TelecomMid Cap
CMP
₹314
PE
53.8
ROE
12.0%
ROCE
16.2%
Div Yield
0.91%
P/B
5.85
Mkt Cap
₹10,094 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - RAILTEL

Upstox
36.35%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,635
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Zerodha
36.30%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,630
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
36.30%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,630
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
36.36%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,636
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
36.35%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,635
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
37.65%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,765
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
36.30%
Margin Required
Leverage2.8x
You Pay3,630
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
36.93%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,693
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Railtel Corp of India - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin36.35%36.30%36.30%36.36%36.35%37.65%36.30%40.00%36.93%
Leverage2.8x2.8x2.8x2.8x2.8x2.7x2.8x2.5x2.7x
You Pay (per ₹1L)36,35036,30036,30036,36036,35037,65036,30040,00036,930
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)63,65063,70063,70063,64063,65062,35063,70060,00063,070
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 36.30% for RAILTEL, while Bajaj Broking requires 40.00% - a difference of 3.70 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital36,350
Broker funds63,650
Daily interest32
30-day cost955
Annual cost11,616
Zerodha
Your capital36,300
Broker funds63,700
Daily interest25
30-day cost764
Annual cost9,300
Dhan
Your capital36,300
Broker funds63,700
Daily interest22
30-day cost654
Annual cost7,956
Kotak Neo
Your capital36,360
Broker funds63,640
Daily interest17
30-day cost520
Annual cost6,332
Paytm Money
Your capital36,350
Broker funds63,650
Daily interest26
30-day cost784
Annual cost9,541
Pocketful
Your capital37,650
Broker funds62,350
Daily interest10
30-day cost307
Annual cost3,735
Anand Rathi
Your capital36,300
Broker funds63,700
Daily interest26
30-day cost785
Annual cost9,549
Bajaj Broking
Your capital40,000
Broker funds60,000
Daily interest30
30-day cost888
Annual cost10,800
Share India
Your capital36,930
Broker funds63,070
Daily interest26
30-day cost777
Annual cost9,454

* 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 RAILTEL with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold27,548
Zerodha funds17,548
Margin used36.30%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,37,741
Zerodha funds87,741
Margin used36.30%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,75,482
Zerodha funds1,75,482
Margin used36.30%

Frequently Asked Questions - RAILTEL MTF

What is the MTF margin for RAILTEL?

Upstox: 36.35%, Zerodha: 36.30%, Dhan: 36.30%, Kotak Neo: 36.36%, Paytm Money: 36.35%, Pocketful: 37.65%, Anand Rathi: 36.30%, Bajaj Broking: 40.00%, Share India: 36.93%. The lowest margin is 36.30% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹3629.9999999999995 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Railtel Corp of India shares.

Which broker is cheapest for RAILTEL MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 36.30% (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 RAILTEL 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 RAILTEL on margin?

Yes, Railtel Corp of India (RAILTEL) 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 RAILTEL 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 RAILTEL?

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 RAILTEL?

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 RAILTEL 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 Railtel Corp of India (RAILTEL) Margin Trading

Railtel Corp of India (RAILTEL) 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 RAILTEL shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 36.30% for RAILTEL. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Railtel Corp of India shares by paying just ₹36,300, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹63,700.

MTF Interest Rates for RAILTEL - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding RAILTEL 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 RAILTEL 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 RAILTEL 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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