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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 30.51% on Pocketful(3.3x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison - TMB

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
30.98%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,098
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
30.98%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,098
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
30.86%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,086
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.95% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
30.87%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,087
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Pocketful
30.51%
Margin Required
Leverage3.3x
You Pay3,051
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
30.98%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,098
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
31.00%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,100
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
31.06%
Margin Required
Leverage3.2x
You Pay3,106
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin35.00%30.98%30.98%30.86%30.87%30.51%30.98%31.00%31.06%
Leverage2.9x3.2x3.2x3.2x3.2x3.3x3.2x3.2x3.2x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00030,98030,98030,86030,87030,51030,98031,00031,060
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00069,02069,02069,14069,13069,49069,02069,00068,940
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

Pocketful offers the best margin of 30.51% for TMB, while Upstox requires 35.00% - a difference of 4.49 percentage points.

TMB 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 capital30,980
Broker funds69,020
Daily interest28
30-day cost828
Annual cost10,077
Dhan
Your capital30,980
Broker funds69,020
Daily interest24
30-day cost709
Annual cost8,621
Kotak Neo
Your capital30,860
Broker funds69,140
Daily interest19
30-day cost565
Annual cost6,879
Paytm Money
Your capital30,870
Broker funds69,130
Daily interest28
30-day cost852
Annual cost10,363
Pocketful
Your capital30,510
Broker funds69,490
Daily interest11
30-day cost342
Annual cost4,162
Anand Rathi
Your capital30,980
Broker funds69,020
Daily interest28
30-day cost850
Annual cost10,346
Bajaj Broking
Your capital31,000
Broker funds69,000
Daily interest34
30-day cost1,021
Annual cost12,420
Share India
Your capital31,060
Broker funds68,940
Daily interest28
30-day cost849
Annual cost10,334

* 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 TMB with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold32,776
Pocketful funds22,776
Margin used30.51%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,63,881
Pocketful funds1,13,881
Margin used30.51%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,27,761
Pocketful funds2,27,761
Margin used30.51%

Frequently Asked Questions - TMB MTF

What is the MTF margin for TMB?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 30.98%, Dhan: 30.98%, Kotak Neo: 30.86%, Paytm Money: 30.87%, Pocketful: 30.51%, Anand Rathi: 30.98%, Bajaj Broking: 31.00%, Share India: 31.06%. The lowest margin is 30.51% on Pocketful, meaning you only need to pay ₹3051 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank shares.

Which broker is cheapest for TMB MTF?

For margin percentage, Pocketful offers the lowest at 30.51% (3.3x 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 TMB 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 TMB on margin?

Yes, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) 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 TMB 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 TMB?

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 TMB?

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 TMB 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 Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) Margin Trading

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) 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 TMB shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Pocketful offers the best MTF margin of 30.51% for TMB. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank shares by paying just ₹30,510, with Pocketful funding the remaining ₹69,490.

MTF Interest Rates for TMB - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding TMB 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 TMB 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 TMB 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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