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TCS (TCS) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 10 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 21.10% on Kotak Neo(4.7x leverage)

Fundamentals Snapshot

ITMega Cap
CMP
₹2,094
PE
14.5
ROE
51.8%
ROCE
63.0%
Div Yield
3.06%
P/B
7.07
Mkt Cap
₹7,57,447 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - TCS

Upstox
28.08%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,808
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
23.90%
Margin Required
Leverage4.2x
You Pay2,390
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
23.90%
Margin Required
Leverage4.2x
You Pay2,390
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.95% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
22.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.5x
You Pay2,200
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
BEST
Kotak Neo
21.10%
Margin Required
Leverage4.7x
You Pay2,110
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
25.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.0x
You Pay2,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
26.77%
Margin Required
Leverage3.7x
You Pay2,677
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
28.07%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,807
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
23.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.3x
You Pay2,300
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
26.63%
Margin Required
Leverage3.8x
You Pay2,663
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

TCS - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaGrowwDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin28.08%23.90%23.90%22.00%21.10%25.00%26.77%28.07%23.00%26.63%
Leverage3.6x4.2x4.2x4.5x4.7x4.0x3.7x3.6x4.3x3.8x
You Pay (per ₹1L)28,08023,90023,90022,00021,10025,00026,77028,07023,00026,630
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)71,92076,10076,10078,00078,90075,00073,23071,93077,00073,370
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%14.95%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₹41 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 (flat)₹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 ISINAuto-pledged (included)₹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 (maintain margins)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 limitNo 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 falls below requirementAuto-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 21.10% for TCS, while Upstox requires 28.08% - a difference of 6.98 percentage points. This means you save ₹6,980 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Kotak Neo.

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

Upstox
Your capital28,080
Broker funds71,920
Daily interest36
30-day cost1,079
Annual cost13,125
Zerodha
Your capital23,900
Broker funds76,100
Daily interest30
30-day cost913
Annual cost11,111
Groww
Your capital23,900
Broker funds76,100
Daily interest31
30-day cost935
Annual cost11,377
Dhan
Your capital22,000
Broker funds78,000
Daily interest27
30-day cost801
Annual cost9,742
Kotak Neo
Your capital21,100
Broker funds78,900
Daily interest22
30-day cost645
Annual cost7,851
Paytm Money
Your capital25,000
Broker funds75,000
Daily interest31
30-day cost924
Annual cost11,243
Pocketful
Your capital26,770
Broker funds73,230
Daily interest12
30-day cost361
Annual cost4,386
Anand Rathi
Your capital28,070
Broker funds71,930
Daily interest30
30-day cost886
Annual cost10,782
Bajaj Broking
Your capital23,000
Broker funds77,000
Daily interest38
30-day cost1,139
Annual cost13,860
Share India
Your capital26,630
Broker funds73,370
Daily interest30
30-day cost904
Annual cost10,998

* 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 TCS with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold47,393
Kotak Neo funds37,393
Margin used21.10%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold2,36,967
Kotak Neo funds1,86,967
Margin used21.10%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold4,73,934
Kotak Neo funds3,73,934
Margin used21.10%

Frequently Asked Questions - TCS MTF

What is the MTF margin for TCS?

Upstox: 28.08%, Zerodha: 23.90%, Groww: 23.90%, Dhan: 22.00%, Kotak Neo: 21.10%, Paytm Money: 25.00%, Pocketful: 26.77%, Anand Rathi: 28.07%, Bajaj Broking: 23.00%, Share India: 26.63%. The lowest margin is 21.10% on Kotak Neo, meaning you only need to pay ₹2110 to buy ₹10,000 worth of TCS shares.

Which broker is cheapest for TCS MTF?

For margin percentage, Kotak Neo offers the lowest at 21.10% (4.7x 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 TCS 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 TCS on margin?

Yes, TCS (TCS) is available for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) on Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, 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 TCS 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 TCS?

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 TCS?

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 TCS 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 TCS (TCS) Margin Trading

TCS (TCS) is listed on the NSE and is eligible for Margin Trading Facility (MTF) across 10 major Indian brokers: Upstox, Zerodha, Groww, Dhan, Kotak Neo, Paytm Money, Pocketful, Anand Rathi, Bajaj Broking, Share India. MTF allows you to buy TCS 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 21.10% for TCS. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of TCS shares by paying just ₹21,100, with Kotak Neo funding the remaining ₹78,900.

MTF Interest Rates for TCS - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding TCS 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 TCS 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 TCS 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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