Can I Convert an Intraday Position to MTF?

No. Converting an intraday (MIS) position directly to MTF is not allowed. If you want to hold the stocks under MTF, you will need to square off your intraday position first and then place a fresh MTF buy order for the same stocks. Here’s how to go about it: Square […]

Can I Use MTF for Intraday Trading?

Yes, you can use MTF for intraday trades. If you buy and sell within the same trading session using MTF, no interest is charged since the funded position is not carried overnight. What if you decide to hold overnight? If you do not sell on the same day, the position […]

Are There Any Specific Risks Associated With MTF?

MTF gives you more buying power, but the risks are proportionally higher too. Here is what to be aware of before using it. 1. Losses are magnifiedYou are buying more shares than your capital alone allows. If the stock falls, your losses are multiplied by the leverage. Samco offers up […]

How Can I Monitor My MTF Positions?

MTF positions and regular holdings are shown in different places in the Samco app. Where to find what What Where MTF positions Positions section MTF interest charges Backoffice → Ledger → MTF segment Why don’t MTF stocks appear in the Demat statement? MTF shares are pledged with Samco as collateral […]

What is MTF?

Margin Trading Facility, commonly known as MTF, lets you buy stocks in delivery without paying the full amount upfront. You pay a portion of the total value called the margin and Samco funds the rest. The shares are credited to your account in delivery mode, just like a regular stock […]

Can I Use MTF to Trade in the Derivatives Segment?

No. MTF is not available for the derivatives segment. It applies only to equity delivery trades meaning stocks in the cash segment (NSE and BSE). Futures and options (F&O) have their own margin requirements set by the exchanges. MTF is a separate facility designed specifically for buying delivery stocks with […]

What is the Margin Benefit Under MTF?

The margin benefit under MTF means you can buy more shares than your available cash would normally allow. Instead of paying the full price of a stock, you only pay a fraction called the margin and Samco funds the rest. A simple example Assume a stock is trading at ₹920 […]