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

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.