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Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited (ICICIPRULI) - MTF Margin Comparison

Exchange: NSE · Available on 10 brokers · Updated daily

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

Fundamentals Snapshot

InsuranceFundamentals updated 23 JulLarge Cap
CMP
₹502
PE
45.3
ROE
12.6%
ROCE
10.1%
Div Yield
0.33%
P/B
5.34
Mkt Cap
₹72,809 Cr

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

MTF Margin Comparison - ICICIPRULI

Upstox
24.59%
Margin Required
Leverage4.1x
You Pay2,459
You Get₹10,000
Interest18.25% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Zerodha
24.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.2x
You Pay2,400
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.6% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Groww
23.98%
Margin Required
Leverage4.2x
You Pay2,398
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.95% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Dhan
23.00%
Margin Required
Leverage4.3x
You Pay2,300
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
Interest9.69% p.a.
Max HoldNo Time Limit
Paytm Money
26.09%
Margin Required
Leverage3.8x
You Pay2,609
You Get₹10,000
Interest7.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Pocketful
28.15%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,815
You Get₹10,000
Interest5.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited
Anand Rathi
28.09%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,809
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
Interest11.99% p.a.
Max Hold365 days
Share India
27.74%
Margin Required
Leverage3.6x
You Pay2,774
You Get₹10,000
Interest14.99% p.a.
Max HoldUnlimited

Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited - Complete Broker Comparison

ParameterUpstoxZerodhaGrowwDhanKotak NeoPaytm MoneyPocketfulAnand RathiBajaj BrokingShare India
MTF Margin24.59%24.00%23.98%23.00%21.10%26.09%28.15%28.09%23.00%27.74%
Leverage4.1x4.2x4.2x4.3x4.7x3.8x3.6x3.6x4.3x3.6x
You Pay (per ₹1L)24,59024,00023,98023,00021,10026,09028,15028,09023,00027,740
Broker Funds (per ₹1L)75,41076,00076,02077,00078,90073,91071,85071,91077,00072,260
Interest Rate (p.a.)18.25%14.6%14.95%12.49%9.69%7.99%5.99%14.99%11.99%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 lower0.1% per order₹20 per order₹20/order or 0.1%0.1% of trade valueMinimal broker charges, no hidden fees.see plan₹10/orderplan-based
Pledge Charges₹20 per stock (one-time)₹15 + GST per pledge request₹20 per order₹30 + GST per ISIN₹20 + GST per ISIN₹20/- per Transaction₹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)365 daysUnlimited (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 ICICIPRULI, while Pocketful requires 28.15% - a difference of 7.05 percentage points. This means you save ₹7,050 per ₹1 lakh invested by choosing Kotak Neo.

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

Upstox
Your capital24,590
Broker funds75,410
Daily interest38
30-day cost1,131
Annual cost13,762
Zerodha
Your capital24,000
Broker funds76,000
Daily interest30
30-day cost912
Annual cost11,096
Groww
Your capital23,980
Broker funds76,020
Daily interest31
30-day cost934
Annual cost11,365
Dhan
Your capital23,000
Broker funds77,000
Daily interest26
30-day cost790
Annual cost9,617
Kotak Neo
Your capital21,100
Broker funds78,900
Daily interest21
30-day cost628
Annual cost7,645
Paytm Money
Your capital26,090
Broker funds73,910
Daily interest16
30-day cost485
Annual cost5,905
Pocketful
Your capital28,150
Broker funds71,850
Daily interest12
30-day cost354
Annual cost4,304
Anand Rathi
Your capital28,090
Broker funds71,910
Daily interest30
30-day cost886
Annual cost10,779
Bajaj Broking
Your capital23,000
Broker funds77,000
Daily interest25
30-day cost759
Annual cost9,232
Share India
Your capital27,740
Broker funds72,260
Daily interest30
30-day cost890
Annual cost10,832

* 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 ICICIPRULI 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 - ICICIPRULI MTF

What is the MTF margin for ICICIPRULI?

Upstox: 24.59%, Zerodha: 24.00%, Groww: 23.98%, Dhan: 23.00%, Kotak Neo: 21.10%, Paytm Money: 26.09%, Pocketful: 28.15%, Anand Rathi: 28.09%, Bajaj Broking: 23.00%, Share India: 27.74%. The lowest margin is 21.10% on Kotak Neo, meaning you only need to pay ₹2110 to buy ₹10,000 worth of Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited shares.

Which broker is cheapest for ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI on margin?

Yes, Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited (ICICIPRULI) 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 ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI?

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 ICICIPRULI?

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 ICICIPRULI 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 Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited (ICICIPRULI) Margin Trading

Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited (ICICIPRULI) 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 ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI. This means you can buy ₹1,00,000 worth of Icici Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited shares by paying just ₹21,100, with Kotak Neo funding the remaining ₹78,900.

MTF Interest Rates for ICICIPRULI - Broker Comparison

The cost of holding ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI 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 ICICIPRULI 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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