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MTF Calculator

Calculate Margin Trade Financing interest costs, leverage exposure, and net P&L. High risk instrument — for illustrative purposes only. Not financial advice.

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How to use this MTF Calculator
Enter the total trade value (stock purchase amount), your margin contribution (own funds), the MTF interest rate charged by your broker, and the number of days you hold the position. The calculator shows your interest cost, break-even price, and net P&L at your expected exit price. Switch to the "Scenario Analysis" tab to see how P&L changes across different exit prices.
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Margin Trading Risk Warning
MTF amplifies both gains and losses. A small adverse price movement can wipe out your entire margin and result in additional losses. Always set stop-losses and never over-leverage. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This tool is for educational estimation only.
Margin Trade Financing

MTF Calculator

Net P&L
₹0
Trade Details
Total Trade Value (₹)
₹1,00,000
₹10K₹1 Cr
Your Margin (%)
20%
10%90%
MTF Financing Terms
MTF Interest Rate (% p.a.)
18%
8%36%
Holding Period (Days)
30 Days
1 Day365 Days
Expected Exit
Expected Return on Stock (%)
+10%
-50%+100%
Your Margin
₹20,000
Own capital invested
MTF Amount
₹80,000
Broker financing
Total Trade Value₹1,00,000
Your Margin (Own Funds)₹20,000
MTF Financed Amount₹80,000
MTF Interest Rate (p.a.)18.0%
Holding Period30 days
Interest Cost₹1,183
Break-Even Price Increase Required1.18%
Stock Return at Exit+10.0%
Gross P&L (before interest)₹10,000
MTF Interest Cost-₹1,183
Net P&L₹8,817
Return on Own Capital44.1%
P&L Gauge — Net Position
Loss Break-Even Profit

What is MTF — Margin Trade Financing?

Margin Trade Financing (MTF) is a facility offered by SEBI-registered brokers that allows investors to purchase stocks by paying only a partial amount (margin) and borrowing the rest from the broker at a specified interest rate. It is a form of leverage — allowing you to take a larger position than your own capital would permit.

For example, if a stock costs ₹1,00,000 and your broker offers 80% MTF financing, you need to contribute only ₹20,000 (20% margin) while the broker funds ₹80,000. This gives you 5x leverage on your capital — meaning a 10% gain on the stock translates to approximately a 44% return on your own invested capital (before interest costs).

However, the same leverage that amplifies gains also amplifies losses. A 20% decline in the stock price at 5x leverage would wipe out your entire margin — requiring additional funds to maintain the position or resulting in forced liquidation by the broker.

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How Leverage Works
Leverage = Total Trade Value ÷ Your Margin. At 20% margin, leverage is 5x. Every 1% move in the stock creates a 5% move in your capital — in both directions.
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Interest Cost Impact
MTF interest rates typically range from 12% to 24% per annum. Interest accrues daily on the financed amount — making it critical to calculate the break-even price before entering.
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Margin Calls
If the stock price falls below a threshold, the broker issues a margin call requiring you to deposit additional funds immediately. Failure to do so results in forced position liquidation.
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SEBI Regulation
MTF is regulated under SEBI's Margin Trading Facility guidelines. Eligible securities, margin requirements, and concentration limits are defined by SEBI and updated periodically.
Expert Guidance

Understand MTF risks before trading.

Our advisors can help you assess whether MTF is appropriate for your risk profile and financial situation — and structure your trades intelligently.

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⚠️ MTF Risk Factors
Losses can exceed margin. If the stock falls significantly, you owe more than your initial deposit.
Daily interest accrual. Interest compounds daily — longer holds significantly increase the break-even requirement.
Forced liquidation. Brokers can liquidate your position without notice if margin requirements are breached.
Suitable only for experienced investors who fully understand leverage and have defined risk management protocols.

Trade with knowledge,
not just conviction.

Our advisors can help you understand MTF mechanics, risks, and whether it suits your investment strategy.