Question 1

What is the margin requirement for placing orders? How do I check for the margin amount required?

Accepted Answer

When placing an order on Sahi, the margin required is determined by the exchange based on the stock, scrip, or security you are trading. This margin must be deposited into your Sahi trading account before you can place an order.

You will see the required margin for each order clearly displayed on the order placement screen. Sahi will also show you the available margin in your account, ensuring you know exactly what you can trade with.

For equity delivery purchases (CNC — Cash & Carry), Sahi does not provide leverage. You need the full purchase value in your account.
Example:
If you want to buy 10 shares of a company at ₹500 each, you need ₹5,000 available in your account. There is no margin facility or partial payment for delivery purchases.
For equity intraday (MIS), the margin required is lower; it is calculated by the exchange based on the VaR (Value at Risk) and ELM (Extreme Loss Margin) of the specific stock. This margin varies by stock and changes based on market conditions.

Question 2

How do I track my orders on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

To track your orders, head to the Orders section in the Sahi app. Here’s what each tab in the Orders section means:

Open: The order has been sent to the exchange but is pending execution. This may be because it's waiting for the desired price or the price has hit the circuit limit.
Completed: The order has been executed successfully.
Rejected: The order execution was rejected. The reason for rejection is displayed upfront.
Cancelled: The order has been cancelled.

Question 3

What happens when there are no buyers / sellers for an order?

Accepted Answer

If there are no buyers when you place a sell order, or no sellers when you place a buy order, your order will be pending at exchange.

Question 4

How do I cancel an order on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

You can cancel an order you've placed on Sahi as long as it hasn't been executed fully. If the order is still pending, it will appear under the Open tab in the Orders section. Tap on the order and select the option to cancel it.

Question 5

How are my orders executed after market hours?

Accepted Answer

Currently we do not support post-market orders. Stay tuned for more updates.

Question 6

Which segments and exchanges are enabled for placing orders on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

You can trade in Equity and F&O segments across both NSE and BSE.

Question 7

How can I modify my order on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

To modify an order you've placed on the Sahi app, make sure it hasn't been fully executed yet. Pending orders will appear under the 'Open' tab in the Orders section. Simply tap on the order and select the option to modify it.

Question 8

Under what circumstances will Sahi automatically close my positions?

Accepted Answer

Sahi will automatically close your positions or trades in certain situations, including:

Intraday positions that remain open past 3:20 PM
Mark-to-market positions facing a risk of margin shortfall or a pay-in obligation
Negative balance or insufficient margin on a position
Margin calls requiring additional funds
Any other situation that requires Sahi to square off or close your position

Question 9

I have submitted the TPIN but why was my order not executed?

Accepted Answer

Once the TPIN process is completed, your sell transaction is authorized. You’ll then be directed to the sell page to finalize your order. To verify that the transaction went through, check the Orders tab for confirmation.

Question 10

How can I check my order status on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

To check your order status, go to the Orders menu. Here’s what each tab indicates:

Open – The order has been sent to the exchange but is pending execution (likely waiting for your order price or restricted by a circuit limit).
Completed – The order has been successfully executed.
Rejected – The order was rejected by the exchange (the reason will be displayed).
Cancelled – The order has been canceled.

Question 11

How can I place an intraday order on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

Intraday trading refers to buying and selling stocks within the same trading day. To trade intraday on Sahi, select the "Intraday" option when placing your orders. Make sure to close your intraday positions before the auto square-off time listed below. If you don't, the risk team will automatically square off your positions for you.

Question 12

What is TPIN and how do I place an order using t-pin?

Accepted Answer

A TPIN (Transaction Personal Identification Number) is a 6-digit password used by CDSL (Central Depository Services Limited) customers to authorize the transfer of shares from their demat account. It serves as an alternative to the traditional Power of Attorney (PoA), providing a more secure and convenient way for traders to authorize brokers to execute share transactions on their behalf. The TPIN helps ensure that only authorized individuals can approve transfers, adding an extra layer of security to your account.

Why is Authorisation Needed?
Authorisation is required to facilitate the secure transfer of shares during the sale process. When you place a sell order, you need to ensure that the shares are transferred from your demat account to the buyer via your broker for the transaction to be completed. The TPIN acts as a safeguard to confirm that you are the one authorizing the transaction, preventing unauthorized access to your shares.

Here’s how you can use the TPIN to authorize the transfer of shares when placing a sell order:

Pre-Authorization: Set up authorization in advance to avoid any delays when placing a sell delivery order.

Open the Sahi app and log in.
Go to the Portfolio section.
In the top-right menu, select the Verify Holdings option.
If you already have a TPIN, click Verify, enter the OTP, and complete the authorization process.
If you don’t have a TPIN, click Generate New TPIN. You will receive an SMS with your new TPIN, which you can then enter on the CDSL page.

During Order Placement: If you haven’t set up pre-authorization, you will be prompted for eDIS verification while placing the sell order.

If you already have a TPIN, click Verify on the eDIS screen, enter the OTP, and complete the authorization.
If you don’t have a TPIN, click Generate New TPIN, and after receiving the SMS, enter the new TPIN on the CDSL page.
Note: TPIN authorization is valid for one day only.

Question 13

How to pre-authorise e-DIS facility on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

The e-Delivery Instruction Slip (e-DIS) facility integrates brokers with the depository. It allows you to seamlessly provide your consent to the broker debit and transfer securities from your demat accounts

Log in to the Sahi app and navigate to the Portfolio section.
In the top-right menu, select Verify Holdings.
If you already have a TPIN, simply tap on Verify, enter the OTP, and complete the authorization.
If you don’t have a TPIN, choose Generate New TPIN. You will receive an SMS with a new TPIN, which you can then enter on the CDSL page to authorise.
Note: TPIN authorization is valid only for one day.

Question 14

What is auto square-off, and when does Sahi automatically square off intraday positions?

Accepted Answer

If you don't close your intraday order before the auto square-off time, our risk team will step in and automatically close any open intraday positions. This process, called auto square-off, ensures your positions are managed within the trading day.

At Sahi, auto square-offs are initiated at 3:20 PM, and a charge of Rs 50 + taxes will apply for each auto square-off order.

To avoid this fee, make sure to close your positions before the cut-off time. Happy trading!

Question 15

How do I check the details of my executed orders?

Accepted Answer

To check the details of your executed orders for the day, go to the 'Orders' section on the Sahi app. Executed orders can be found under the 'Completed' tab. Tap on any order to view its details.

Question 16

What does pre-authorisation mean?

Accepted Answer

Preauthorization of DIS (Depository Instruction Slip) enables you to generate your TPIN ahead of market hours, allowing you to sell shares instantly during trading time to secure the price you want. By completing this step early, you skip the need for additional authorization at the time of sale, streamlining the process for faster, more efficient transactions.

Question 17

What Is an AMO and How Do I Place One on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

The market closes at 3:30 PM, but ideas don't stop coming after that. Maybe you spent the evening going through charts and spotted a clean setup. Maybe you read something overnight that changed your view on a stock. Or maybe you simply prefer to plan your trades the night before so you're not making rushed decisions when the market opens and things are already moving.
The problem with waiting until the next morning is that the first few minutes of a trading session can be unpredictable. Prices gap, momentum builds quickly, and by the time you've opened the app, found the stock, and placed your order, the entry you had in mind is already gone. An After Market Order, or AMO, is designed to remove that problem entirely.
With AMO on Sahi, you can place your order anytime after 3:30 PM . Sahi holds the order and sends it to the exchange at the right time automatically. For stocks, this happens at 9:00 AM the next trading day, during the pre-open session. For F&O, orders go in at 9:15 AM when the derivatives market opens. In both cases, your order is placed at the limit price you've defined in advance, meaning you stay in full control of your execution price without needing to be at your screen when the market opens.
This is particularly useful for traders who have a clear view on where they want to enter but don't want to leave it to chance in the heat of a live session. You do the thinking when the market is closed and let the order handle the execution when it opens.
How to Place an AMO on Sahi
Step 1 — Open the order window screen from your watchlist, chart, or Scalper Mode for the stock or contract you want to trade. The AMO flow uses the same order window as a regular order there is no separate section to navigate to.
Step 2 — Select your product type Choose between Normal (delivery) or Intraday depending on how you want the trade to be treated when it executes the next day. If you're looking to hold the position overnight or longer, select Normal. If you want it to be squared off by end of the next trading day, select Intraday.
Step 3 — Select Limit as the order type , AMO on Sahi supports Limit orders which means you define the exact price at which you want your order placed at the exchange. This gives you control over your entry your order will only execute at the price you've specified, so there are no surprises when the market opens.
Step 4 — Fill in the number of shares or lots you wish to trade. This works exactly the same way as a regular order enter the quantity based on your position size and risk parameters.
Step 5 — Before confirming, take a moment to review your order details the price, quantity, and product type. Since the market is closed, the order window will show you a message indicating that the market is closed and confirming the exact time your order will be placed at the exchange the next trading day. Once everything looks right, tap Buy or Sell to confirm. Your AMO is now set and Sahi will handle sending it to the exchange at the right time no further action needed from your end.

Question 18

What Is an AMO and How Do I Place One on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

The market closes at 3:30 PM, but ideas don't stop coming after that. Maybe you spent the evening going through charts and spotted a clean setup. Maybe you read something overnight that changed your view on a stock. Or maybe you simply prefer to plan your trades the night before so you're not making rushed decisions when the market opens and things are already moving.
The problem with waiting until the next morning is that the first few minutes of a trading session can be unpredictable. Prices gap, momentum builds quickly, and by the time you've opened the app, found the stock, and placed your order, the entry you had in mind is already gone. An After Market Order, or AMO, is designed to remove that problem entirely.
With AMO on Sahi, you can place your order anytime after 3:30 PM . Sahi holds the order and sends it to the exchange at the right time automatically. For stocks, this happens at 9:00 AM the next trading day, during the pre-open session. For F&O, orders go in at 9:15 AM when the derivatives market opens. In both cases, your order is placed at the limit price you've defined in advance, meaning you stay in full control of your execution price without needing to be at your screen when the market opens.
This is particularly useful for traders who have a clear view on where they want to enter but don't want to leave it to chance in the heat of a live session. You do the thinking when the market is closed and let the order handle the execution when it opens.
How to Place an AMO on Sahi
Step 1 — Open the order window screen from your watchlist, chart, or Scalper Mode for the stock or contract you want to trade. The AMO flow uses the same order window as a regular order there is no separate section to navigate to.
Step 2 — Select your product type Choose between Normal (delivery) or Intraday depending on how you want the trade to be treated when it executes the next day. If you're looking to hold the position overnight or longer, select Normal. If you want it to be squared off by end of the next trading day, select Intraday.
Step 3 — Select Limit as the order type , AMO on Sahi supports Limit orders which means you define the exact price at which you want your order placed at the exchange. This gives you control over your entry your order will only execute at the price you've specified, so there are no surprises when the market opens.
Step 4 — Fill in the number of shares or lots you wish to trade. This works exactly the same way as a regular order enter the quantity based on your position size and risk parameters.
Step 5 — Before confirming, take a moment to review your order details the price, quantity, and product type. Since the market is closed, the order window will show you a message indicating that the market is closed and confirming the exact time your order will be placed at the exchange the next trading day. Once everything looks right, tap Buy or Sell to confirm. Your AMO is now set and Sahi will handle sending it to the exchange at the right time no further action needed from your end.

Question 19

What Is a GTT Order and How Do I Place One on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

Most trading opportunities don't arrive exactly when you're watching the screen. A stock you've been tracking might be at ₹500, but you only want to buy it if it drops to ₹470. You could sit and watch the chart all day waiting for that level, or you could set a GTT order and let Sahi handle it for you.
GTT stands for Good Till Triggered. It is an order that sits in the system and gets sent to the exchange only when the market price reaches a level you've defined called the trigger price. Once the trigger is hit, your order is placed at the exchange at either the market price or a limit price you've specified in advance. If the limit price isn't available at the time of execution, the order is not placed. Your holdings stay untouched and no trade goes through until your exact conditions are met.
For stocks, a GTT order remains active until it is triggered or you cancel it manually. For F&O, the GTT is valid till the expiry of the contract.
How to Place a GTT Order on Mobile
Step 1 — Open the order window Access the order placement screen from your watchlist, chart, or Scalper Mode for the stock or contract you want to trade.
Step 2 — Select Delivery Choose Delivery as the product type.
Step 3 — Enter quantity and select order type as Triggered Enter the quantity you wish to trade and select Triggered as the order type.
Step 4 — Set your trigger price Enter the price at which you want the order to be sent to the exchange.
Step 5 — Choose Market or Limit Select whether you want the order to execute at market price once triggered, or at a specific limit price. If limit is selected and the price isn't available at the time of trigger, the order will not be placed.
Step 6 — Set validity as GTT Select GTT as the validity for your order.
Step 7 — Add SL and TP (optional) You can also define a Stop Loss and Take Profit directly on the same screen before confirming your GTT order.
Step 8 — Place the order Tap Buy or Sell to submit your GTT order.
How to Place a GTT Order on Web
Step 1 — Open the GTT section On Sahi Web, navigate to the dedicated GTT tab in the order window.
Step 2 — Enter quantity and trigger price Fill in the quantity you wish to trade and the trigger price at which the order should be sent to the exchange.
Step 3 — Choose Market or Limit Select whether the order should execute at market price or at a specific limit price once the trigger is hit.
Step 4 — Place the order Click Buy or Sell to submit your GTT order.
How to Modify or Cancel a GTT Order
There are two ways to manage an existing GTT order on Sahi.
Via the Orders Screen Go to Orders and open the GTT order you want to manage. Select the order and you will see options to Modify, Cancel, or Buy at Market. Selecting Buy at Market converts your pending GTT into a market order and sends it to the exchange immediately at the best available price.
Via the Chart You can also modify your GTT directly from the chart by dragging the GTT pill to a new price level. This is available on both mobile and web and lets you adjust your trigger without having to go back to the orders screen.

Question 20

How do I convert an intraday (MIS) position to carry-forward (NRML or CNC), and can I go the other way?

Accepted Answer

Position conversion lets you change the product type of an open position after the trade has been placed. The two most common conversions are:

MIS → NRML: You placed an F&O position as intraday (MIS) but now want to carry it forward overnight as a positional trade (NRML).

MIS → CNC: You bought equity shares intraday but want to take delivery instead of squaring off.

NRML → MIS: You have a carry-forward F&O position but want to treat it as intraday for the day (for example, if you plan to exit before close and want MIS margin treatment).

How to convert a position:

Go to the Positions screen from the top navigation bar.

Find the position you want to convert.

Tap on the position to open its detail panel.

Look for the Convert option (the label may show the current product type, e.g., 'MIS').

Select the new product type — NRML, CNC, or MIS.

Confirm the conversion.

Important: For MIS to NRML conversion, you must have sufficient NRML margin in your account at the time of conversion. If you do not, the conversion will be rejected.
Note: Conversions must be requested before the auto square-off window begins. For NSE equity and F&O, this means converting at least 15 minutes before the auto square-off starts at 3:20 PM (i.e., by 3:05 PM).

Question 21

How does Sahi handle F&O positions that exceed the exchange freeze limit?

Accepted Answer

Exchanges (NSE/BSE) set a maximum order quantity per order, called the Freeze Quantity — for each F&O contract. Orders above this limit are not accepted by the exchange as a single order.
When you place an F&O order that exceeds the freeze limit on Sahi, the platform automatically splits the order into multiple smaller orders, each within the freeze limit, and sends them to the exchange simultaneously.

Sr. No.

Index symbol

Old qty freeze limit

New qty freeze limit

1

BANKNIFTY

600

2

NIFTY

1800

3

FINNIFTY

1200

1800

4

MIDCPNIFTY

2800

5

NIFTYNXT50

600

Freeze limit as of 1st Feb, 2026.
What this means for margin:

Margin is calculated on the total position size, not on each individual split order.

You must have sufficient margin to cover the entire position before Sahi sends the split orders.

If your margin is insufficient for the full position, the entire order, including all splits — will be rejected.

Note: The freeze quantity varies by contract and is set by the exchange. It is not a Sahi-specific limit.

Question 22

Why was my order executed even though the price didn't appear to reach my level on the chart?

Accepted Answer

This is one of the most common questions from traders new to technical analysis. There are a few reasons why an order executes at a price that appears not to have been reached on the chart.
Reason 1: Charts plot LTP; orders execute at bid/ask
Sahi's charts plot the Last Traded Price (LTP) — the price at which the most recent actual trade occurred. However, your order (particularly a limit or SL order) may trigger based on the bid or ask price, which can briefly touch your level even if the LTP never reaches it.

A buy limit or buy SL-M order triggers when the ask price touches your level.

A sell limit or sell SL-M order triggers when the bid price touches your level.

Since the chart only shows LTP, a momentary ask at your buy price may not appear as a candle reaching that level, but the order still triggers.
Reason 2: Candle timeframe and wick visibility
If you are viewing a higher timeframe chart (e.g., 5-minute or 15-minute), each candle aggregates multiple ticks of price data. The High of a candle represents the highest LTP reached within that period, but on the chart, it appears only as the tip of a wick. A wick touch at your trigger price may be too brief to notice visually but is enough to trigger the order.
Reason 3: Heikin Ashi price display
If you are using a Heikin Ashi chart, the displayed prices are averaged values — not actual traded prices. The chart may show a candle that appears not to have reached your level, while the actual underlying LTP did. Always switch to a Candlestick chart when analysing executed order prices.
 
Important: Your order execution is based on real market prices (LTP, bid, ask) — not on the visual position of a candle on the chart. The chart is a representation of price, not the price itself. Always check your Order History for the exact trigger price and fill price of any executed order.

Question 23

How do I convert a regular Stop Loss to a Trailing SL directly from the chart on Sahi?

Accepted Answer

If you already have a fixed Stop Loss set for an open position, you can convert it to a Trailing Stop Loss directly from the chart, without going into the order panel or Order Defaults.
 
How to convert SL to Trailing SL from the chart:

Open the chart for the instrument where you have an open position with an active SL.

Tap on the SL order line on the chart to select it.

You will see a ‘Add Trail’ option. Tap on it, and it will get converted into a TSL.

It will take the default trailing stop loss values, if set by you.

Confirm. The fixed SL order is replaced by a Trailing SL that now moves dynamically with the price.

Once converted, the TSL behaves identically to a TSL placed at entry — it moves in the direction of profit and never moves against you. The current chart view updates to show the TSL line rather than a fixed SL line.

Question 24

How do I track my open Positions in Sahi?

Accepted Answer

The Positions tab shows all trades you have open during the current trading session, including intraday (MIS), carry-forward (NRML), and Scalper positions. Unlike Holdings (which shows delivery stocks you own), Positions reflects trades you've entered today that are not yet fully settled or squared off.
What the Positions screen shows:

Column
Description

Instrument
Name of the stock, index, or F&O contract you're trading.

Product
MIS (intraday), NRML (carry-forward F&O), or CNC (delivery equity).

Qty
Number of lots or shares in the open position. Positive = long (bought), Negative = short (sold).

Avg. Price
The average price at which the position was entered.

LTP
Live market price of the instrument.

P&L
Real-time profit or loss for the position: (LTP – Avg. Price) × Qty × Lot Size.

Day's P&L
Total P&L for all trades in that instrument for the current day, including closed trades.

Position types:

MIS (Margin Intraday Square-off): Intraday positions that must be closed before 3:20 PM or they will be auto squared off by Sahi.
NRML: Carry-forward F&O positions that remain open overnight and can be held until expiry.
CNC: Delivery equity orders — these appear in Positions on the day of purchase and move to Holdings from the next trading day after settlement.
Scalper: Positions opened from Scalper mode. They follow the same MIS/NRML rules but are opened via the Scalper terminal.

Note: Auto square-off for MIS positions happens at 3:20 PM at market price. A charge of ₹50 + taxes applies per auto square-off order.
Tip: Tap any position to see the full order breakdown — including all buy and sell legs that make up the net position.

Question 25

What is eDIS and why do I need a CDSL TPIN to sell delivery shares?

Accepted Answer

When you sell delivery shares from your demat account, SEBI regulations require that you explicitly authorise the transfer of shares from your demat account to the exchange. This authorisation happens through eDIS (Electronic Delivery Instruction Slip) and requires your CDSL TPIN (Transaction Personal Identification Number).
What is eDIS?
eDIS (Electronic Delivery Instruction Slip) is an electronic instruction from you to CDSL (your depository) to release the shares you want to sell. Without this instruction, CDSL cannot transfer the shares even if the trade is executed on the exchange.
What is CDSL TPIN?
CDSL TPIN is a 6-digit PIN issued by CDSL. It is separate from your Sahi login PIN or transaction PIN. You need it to authenticate your eDIS request each time you sell delivery shares.
How to generate your CDSL TPIN (first time)

Go to the CDSL website (cdsl.com)
Click on Generate TPIN
Enter your BO ID (Beneficiary Owner ID, found on your demat account opening statement)
Set your 6-digit TPIN and confirm it

How eDIS works when selling delivery shares in Sahi

Place a CNC (Cash and Carry) sell order on Sahi
Sahi prompts you to authorise the sale via eDIS
You are redirected to the CDSL eDIS authorisation page
Enter your BO ID and CDSL TPIN
Confirm the authorisation
Your sell order proceeds and settles normally

Important

eDIS authorisation is required for every delivery sell order unless you have enabled DDPI.
Without eDIS authorisation, your trade settlement will fail and a short delivery penalty may apply

Tip: You can reset your CDSL TPIN at any time on the CDSL website. Your BO ID is mentioned on your demat account opening statement received at the time of account opening.

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