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VMart Retail (VMART) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 9 brokers · Updated daily

Best MTF Rate: 33.56% on Zerodha(3.0x leverage)

MTF Margin Comparison - VMART

Upstox
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
BEST
Zerodha
33.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,356
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
33.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,356
You Get₹10,000
Interest12.49% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited Holding Period
Kotak Neo
34.97%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,497
You Get₹10,000
Interest9.69% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
33.60%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,360
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
34.17%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,417
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
33.56%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,356
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Bajaj Broking
35.00%
Margin Required
Leverage2.9x
You Pay3,500
You Get₹10,000
Interest18% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Share India
33.74%
Margin Required
Leverage3.0x
You Pay3,374
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

VMart Retail - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin35.00%33.56%33.56%34.97%33.60%34.17%33.56%35.00%33.74%
Leverage2.9x3.0x3.0x2.9x3.0x2.9x3.0x2.9x3.0x
You Pay (per ₹1L)35,00033,56033,56034,97033,60034,17033,56035,00033,740
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)65,00066,44066,44065,03066,40065,83066,44065,00066,260
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%12.49%9.69%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

Zerodha offers the best margin of 33.56% for VMART, while Upstox requires 35.00% - a difference of 1.44 percentage points.

VMART 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 capital33,560
Broker funds66,440
Daily interest27
30-day cost797
Annual cost9,700
Dhan
Your capital33,560
Broker funds66,440
Daily interest23
30-day cost682
Annual cost8,298
Kotak Neo
Your capital34,970
Broker funds65,030
Daily interest17
30-day cost518
Annual cost6,301
Paytm Money
Your capital33,600
Broker funds66,400
Daily interest27
30-day cost818
Annual cost9,953
Pocketful
Your capital34,170
Broker funds65,830
Daily interest11
30-day cost324
Annual cost3,943
Anand Rathi
Your capital33,560
Broker funds66,440
Daily interest27
30-day cost819
Annual cost9,959
Bajaj Broking
Your capital35,000
Broker funds65,000
Daily interest32
30-day cost962
Annual cost11,700
Share India
Your capital33,740
Broker funds66,260
Daily interest27
30-day cost816
Annual cost9,932

* 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 VMART with MTF?

If you invest
10,000
Stock value you hold29,797
Zerodha funds19,797
Margin used33.56%
If you invest
50,000
Stock value you hold1,48,987
Zerodha funds98,987
Margin used33.56%
If you invest
1,00,000
Stock value you hold2,97,974
Zerodha funds1,97,974
Margin used33.56%

Frequently Asked Questions - VMART MTF

What is the MTF margin for VMART?

Upstox: 35.00%, Zerodha: 33.56%, Dhan: 33.56%, Kotak Neo: 34.97%, Paytm Money: 33.60%, Pocketful: 34.17%, Anand Rathi: 33.56%, Bajaj Broking: 35.00%, Share India: 33.74%. The lowest margin is 33.56% on Zerodha, meaning you only need to pay ₹3356 to buy ₹10,000 worth of VMart Retail shares.

Which broker is cheapest for VMART MTF?

For margin percentage, Zerodha offers the lowest at 33.56% (3.0x 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 VMART 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 VMART on margin?

Yes, VMart Retail (VMART) 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 VMART 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 VMART?

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 VMART?

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 VMART 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 VMart Retail (VMART) Margin Trading

VMart Retail (VMART) 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 VMART shares by paying only a fraction of the total value, with the broker financing the rest.

Currently, Zerodha offers the best MTF margin of 33.56% for VMART. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of VMart Retail shares by paying just ₹33,560, with Zerodha funding the remaining ₹66,440.

MTF Interest Rates for VMART - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding VMART 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 VMART 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 VMART 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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