Margin Trading Facility
Buy Stocks Now, Pay Later
Share India’s Margin Trading Facility (MTF) enables you to buy shares by paying only a portion of the total transaction value upfront, allowing you to participate in the stock market without committing the full purchase amount at once.
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Why Use Margin Trading Facility
In Share India you can avail the MTF through your existing Trading and DP account.
Increased Buying Power
You can buy more shares than what your available cash allows by using broker funding.
Longer Share Holding
MTF lets you carry forward trades beyond a single day, unlike intraday trades.
Leverage for Better Returns
Leverage lets you take bigger positions and amplify returns when stocks go up.
Flexible Margin Options
Margin can be provided in cash or pledged securities like shares and mutual funds.
How to Activate Margin Trading Facility
Things to Keep in Mind
- Activate MTF: First, activate Margin Trading Facility with SISL by signing the required agreement and providing cash/securities as margin.
- Select MTF Option: While placing an order on your trading app or web platform, choose “MTF / Margin Buy” instead of normal delivery.
Share India offers a wider range of MTF-eligible stocks compared to many Indian brokers. For details on eligible securities, click here to view the list of MTF-approved stocks.
Margin Requirements for MTF
- Margin required: VaR Margin + 5 × ELM (Extreme Loss Margin)
Note: MTF positions can be squared-off on the same day.
*MTF involves leverage and carries higher risk. Leverage can magnify both profits and losses. Please read the Risk Disclosure Document and assess your risk appetite before using the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Margin Trading Facility (MTF), which is a trading feature that allows investors to buy stocks even when they do not have the full amount required for the purchase. Rather than paying the full stock value upfront, investors pay only a portion, with the remaining balance funded by the broker.
This facility has become increasingly popular among traders and investors seeking better capital efficiency and access to stock market leverage opportunities.
Key Benefits of MTF
1. Increased Buying Power
Buy more shares with a lower upfront investment.
2. Better Capital Utilization
Can keep funds available for other investment opportunities.
3. Leverage Market Opportunities
Gain greater market exposure without full payment up front.
4. Flexible Holding Period
Hold positions beyond a single trading session.
5. Seamless Digital Experience
Manage margins, positions, and trades easily through the app or web platform.
Share India MTF provides investors with a transparent and convenient way to access margin funding for eligible stocks. It is designed to offer a smooth trading experience with simple digital processes and competitive funding structures.
Features of Share India MTF
- Easy online activation process
- Access to approved stocks
- Smoother Margin Trading experience
- Transparent funding structure
- Competitive low-interest MTF options
- Ability to hold positions beyond intraday trading
With Share India, investors can efficiently use leverage while avoiding the need for full upfront investment.