Margin Calculator
Calculate margin requirements for equity, futures, options, and commodity trading in Indian stock exchanges.
Understanding Trading Margins
Types of Margins:
- SPAN Margin: Risk-based margin calculated by exchanges
- Exposure Margin: Additional margin over SPAN (usually 3-5%)
- Initial Margin: Required to open a position
- Maintenance Margin: Minimum margin to keep position open
- Mark-to-Market: Daily settlement of profits/losses
Margin Trading Tips:
- Always maintain sufficient margin buffer
- Monitor positions regularly for margin calls
- Understand leverage and its risks
- Use stop-loss orders to limit losses
- Don't over-leverage your account
Risk Warning: Margin trading involves high risk and can result in losses exceeding your initial investment. Trade responsibly.