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Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 37.6% on Dhan(2.7x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — SCI

Upstox
37.65%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay₹3,765
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Zerodha
37.65%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay₹3,765
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
BEST
Dhan
37.6%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay₹3,760
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Shipping Corporation of India — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin37.65%37.65%37.6%
Leverage2.7x2.7x2.7x
You Pay (per ₹1L)₹37,650₹37,650₹37,600
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)₹62,350₹62,350₹62,400
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 37.6% for SCI, while Upstox requires 37.65% — a difference of 0.0 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital₹37,650
Broker funds₹62,350
Daily interest₹31
30-day cost₹935
Annual cost₹11,379
Zerodha
Your capital₹37,650
Broker funds₹62,350
Daily interest₹25
30-day cost₹748
Annual cost₹9,103
Dhan
Your capital₹37,600
Broker funds₹62,400
Daily interest₹21
30-day cost₹641
Annual cost₹7,794

* 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 SCI with MTF?

If you invest
₹10,000
Stock value you hold₹26,596
Dhan funds₹16,596
Margin used37.6%
If you invest
₹50,000
Stock value you hold₹1,32,979
Dhan funds₹82,979
Margin used37.6%
If you invest
₹1,00,000
Stock value you hold₹2,65,957
Dhan funds₹1,65,957
Margin used37.6%

Frequently Asked Questions — SCI MTF

What is the MTF margin for SCI?

Upstox: 37.65%, Zerodha: 37.65%, Dhan: 37.6%. The lowest margin is 37.6% on Dhan, meaning you only need to pay ₹3760 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Shipping Corporation of India shares.

Which broker is cheapest for SCI MTF?

For margin percentage, Dhan offers the lowest at 37.6% (2.7x 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 SCI 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 SCI on margin?

Yes, Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) 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 SCI 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 SCI?

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 SCI?

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 SCI 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 Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) Margin Trading

Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) 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 SCI shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Dhan offers the best MTF margin of 37.6% for SCI. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Shipping Corporation of India shares by paying just ₹37,600, with Dhan funding the remaining ₹62,400.

MTF Interest Rates for SCI — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding SCI 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 SCI 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 SCI 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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