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Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 37.45% on Kotak Neo(2.7x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

Mid Cap
CMP
₹302
PE
10.4
ROE
15.5%
ROCE
14.3%
Div Yield
2.18%
P/B
1.55
Mkt Cap
₹14,056 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - SCI

Upstox
37.46%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,746
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
37.46%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,746
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
37.46%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,746
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
BEST
Kotak Neo
37.45%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,745
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
38.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,800
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
38.14%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,814
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
37.46%
Margin Required
Leverage2.7x
You Pay3,746
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
39.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,900
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
38.01%
Margin Required
Leverage2.6x
You Pay3,801
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Shipping Corporation of India - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin37.46%37.46%37.46%37.45%38.00%38.14%37.46%39.00%38.01%
Leverage2.7x2.7x2.7x2.7x2.6x2.6x2.7x2.6x2.6x
You Pay (per ₹1L)37,46037,46037,46037,45038,00038,14037,46039,00038,010
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)62,54062,54062,54062,55062,00061,86062,54061,00061,990
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

Kotak Neo offers the best margin of 37.45% for SCI, while Bajaj Broking requires 39.00% - a difference of 1.55 percentage points.

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

Upstox
Your capital37,460
Broker funds62,540
Daily interest31
30-day cost938
Annual cost11,414
Zerodha
Your capital37,460
Broker funds62,540
Daily interest25
30-day cost750
Annual cost9,131
Dhan
Your capital37,460
Broker funds62,540
Daily interest21
30-day cost642
Annual cost7,811
Kotak Neo
Your capital37,450
Broker funds62,550
Daily interest17
30-day cost512
Annual cost6,224
Paytm Money
Your capital38,000
Broker funds62,000
Daily interest25
30-day cost764
Annual cost9,294
Pocketful
Your capital38,140
Broker funds61,860
Daily interest10
30-day cost305
Annual cost3,705
Anand Rathi
Your capital37,460
Broker funds62,540
Daily interest26
30-day cost771
Annual cost9,375
Bajaj Broking
Your capital39,000
Broker funds61,000
Daily interest30
30-day cost902
Annual cost10,980
Share India
Your capital38,010
Broker funds61,990
Daily interest25
30-day cost764
Annual cost9,292

* 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 hold26,702
Kotak Neo funds16,702
Margin used37.45%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,33,511
Kotak Neo funds83,511
Margin used37.45%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,67,023
Kotak Neo funds1,67,023
Margin used37.45%

Frequently Asked Questions - SCI MTF

What is the MTF margin for SCI?

Upstox: 37.46%, Zerodha: 37.46%, Dhan: 37.46%, Kotak Neo: 37.45%, Paytm Money: 38.00%, Pocketful: 38.14%, Anand Rathi: 37.46%, Bajaj Broking: 39.00%, Share India: 38.01%. The lowest margin is 37.45% on Kotak Neo, meaning you only need to pay ₹3745.0000000000005 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Shipping Corporation of India shares.

Which broker is cheapest for SCI MTF?

For margin percentage, Kotak Neo offers the lowest at 37.45% (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, 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 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 9 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy SCI shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Kotak Neo offers the best MTF margin of 37.45% for SCI. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Shipping Corporation of India shares by paying just ₹37,450, with Kotak Neo funding the remaining ₹62,550.

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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