How can I calculate the initial margin for an F&O trade?

Yes, you can check the initial margin for an F&O trade. Knowing this upfront helps you understand the capital required to enter the trade and prevents margin shortfalls when you’re ready to place your order.

To know your initial margin requirements upfront, you can use Share India’s margin calculator. Follow these simple steps to check your initial margin requirement:

Step 1: Visit the Share India Margin Calculator

Step 2: Select the exchange you want to trade in.

Step 3: Choose the instrument type and symbol.

Step 4: Select the expiry date and enter lots you want to trade in.

Step 5: Select whether you want to ‘Buy’ or ‘Sell.’

Step 6: Click the ‘Add’ button. This will generate a breakdown of the margin requirement based on your selected trade. This includes the initial margin that you would need to enter the trade.

Want to place your first trade? Get started here with Share India by opening our Demat account.

For any assistance, you can contact the Share India support team via email at support@shareindia.com or by phone at 1800 203 0303.