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V-Guard Industries (VGUARD) — MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 3 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 27.77% on Zerodha(3.6x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison — VGUARD

Upstox
35%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
BEST
Zerodha
27.77%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,777
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
Not Available
Dhan
27.79%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,779
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

V-Guard Industries — Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhan
MTF Margin35%27.77%27.79%
Leverage2.9x3.6x3.6x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00027,77027,790
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00072,23072,210
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%

Zerodha offers the best margin of 27.77% for VGUARD, while Upstox requires 35% — a difference of 7.2 percentage points. This means you save ₹7,230 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Zerodha.

VGUARD 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 capital27,770
Broker funds72,230
Daily interest29
30-day cost867
Annual cost10,546
Dhan
Your capital27,790
Broker funds72,210
Daily interest25
30-day cost741
Annual cost9,019

* 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 VGUARD with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold36,010
Zerodha funds26,010
Margin used27.77%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,80,050
Zerodha funds1,30,050
Margin used27.77%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold3,60,101
Zerodha funds2,60,101
Margin used27.77%

Frequently Asked Questions — VGUARD MTF

What is the MTF margin for VGUARD?

Upstox: 35%, Zerodha: 27.77%, Dhan: 27.79%. The lowest margin is 27.77% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹2777 to buy ₹10,000 worth of V-Guard Industries shares.

Which broker is cheapest for VGUARD MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 27.77% (3.6x 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 VGUARD 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 VGUARD on margin?

Yes, V-Guard Industries (VGUARD) 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 VGUARD 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 VGUARD?

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 VGUARD?

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 VGUARD 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 V-Guard Industries (VGUARD) Margin Trading

V-Guard Industries (VGUARD) 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 VGUARD shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 27.77% for VGUARD. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of V-Guard Industries shares by paying just ₹27,770, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹72,230.

MTF Interest Rates for VGUARD — Broker Comparison

The cost of holding VGUARD 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 VGUARD 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 VGUARD 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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