Guides
A growing collection of how-to guides and reference notes.
- Commodity info widget on the Kite marketwatch
The commodity info widget on Kite surfaces MCX-segment data (gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, base metals, agri) alongside equity. Covers contract conventions, lot sizes, and reading the widget.
- Collateral (liquid funds) on Kite
Liquid fund collateral on Kite is the haircut-adjusted value of liquid debt mutual fund units pledged for F&O margin. Lower haircut than equity; counts as cash-equivalent for the 50:50 rule.
- Collateral (equity) on Kite
Equity collateral on Kite is the haircut-adjusted value of equity holdings pledged for F&O margin. Explains the haircut framework, eligible scrips, and the impact on margin available.
- Circuit limits / price bands
Circuit limits (price bands) cap a scrip's daily price movement at 2%, 5%, 10%, or 20%. Explains the framework and trader impact. Cross-references the detailed circuit filters article.
- Circuit filters on NSE and BSE
Circuit filters (price bands) on NSE and BSE limit daily price movement for individual scrips and indices. Explains the 2%, 5%, 10%, 20% bands, the index circuit halts, and the rationale.
- Charges for G-Sec on Zerodha
Brokerage and charges levied by Zerodha for G-Sec, T-Bill, and SDL purchases. Plus exchange / statutory levies.
- CDSL TPIN regime (eDIS)
The CDSL TPIN (Transaction PIN) framework, known as eDIS (electronic Delivery Instruction Slip), authorises sell orders without a physical DIS. Explains the TPIN flow, eDIS authorisation, and its replacement by block mechanism.
- CDSL SMS for T-Bill maturity
What the CDSL SMS confirming a T-Bill maturity means. Explains the message contents and what to verify in Console.
- CDSL block mechanism for pay-in
The CDSL block mechanism allows shares to be locked in the depository for settlement pay-in without transfer to the broker's pool account. Explains the framework, the use case, and how it differs from pledge.
- Cash-settled short delivery
In some cases, a short delivery is resolved via cash settlement instead of auction. Explains the framework and when it applies.
- Cash component vs collateral component
F&O margin can be funded from cash, cash-equivalent, or pledged equity collateral. SEBI requires at least 50% in cash component. Explains the split and management.
- Calculate G-Sec returns
How to compute G-Sec returns: yield to maturity, current yield, and effective annual return. With Indian retail examples.
- Buying covered bonds on Wint Wealth
Step-by-step procedure for buying covered bonds on Wint Wealth. KYC, subscription, demat credit, and post-purchase mechanics.
- Buy SDL on Zerodha
Step-by-step for bidding on State Development Loans (SDL) via the Zerodha G-Sec window on Kite. Covers eligibility, bid window, and settlement.
- Buy bonds on GoldenPi
Step-by-step procedure for buying bonds on GoldenPi. KYC, browse, subscribe, and demat credit timeline.
- BSE Sensex options trading hours
Trading hours for BSE Sensex and Bankex options including weekly and monthly expiry sessions. Explains the BFO segment hours and the differences from NSE Nifty / BankNifty options.
- Brokerage and MTF costs
Total cost of an MTF position: brokerage + interest + other charges. Helps compare MTF return potential vs total cost.
- Briefcase symbol on Kite
The briefcase symbol on a Kite marketwatch scrip row indicates the user holds shares in that instrument. Explains the icon, when it appears, and how it differs from the position indicator.
- Bonds / NCDs on Kite
How bonds and Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) appear and trade on the Kite app. Covers listed NCDs and primary issuance.
- Bond YTM calculator
Yield to maturity (YTM) calculator for bonds. Formula, manual computation example, and how Zerodha displays it.
- Bond interest accrual on Zerodha
How bond interest accrues between coupons on Zerodha. Covers accrued interest computation, settlement convention, and Console tracking.
- Block deal vs bulk deal on Zerodha
Block deals (large negotiated trades in a special window) vs bulk deals (large open-market trades exceeding threshold). Explains the difference.
- Bid for SGBs at primary issuance
Step-by-step for bidding on Sovereign Gold Bonds at primary issuance via Zerodha. Eligibility, window, and settlement.
- Backtesting with Kite historical API
How to backtest trading strategies using Kite Connect historical data API. Steps, libraries, and pitfalls for retail backtesters.
- Average price on the Kite market depth
The 'Average price' on the Kite market depth panel is the volume-weighted average price (VWAP) of all trades during the day. Explains how it is calculated, why it differs from a simple average, and how to use it.
- Auction settlement price on Zerodha
The settlement price for an auction trade on NSE / BSE. Explains how it's determined and the cost implications for short-deliverers.
- ASM stages 1 to 4 explained
The 4 stages of Long-term ASM and the escalating restrictions at each. Cross-references the detailed long-term ASM article.
- ASM and GSM frameworks explained
SEBI's Additional Surveillance Measure (ASM) and Graded Surveillance Measure (GSM) frameworks restrict trading on scrips showing unusual price or volume patterns. Explains the stages, triggers, and implications for Zerodha users.
- ASM (Additional Surveillance Measure) on Zerodha
ASM (Additional Surveillance Measure) explained for Zerodha clients. Covers the framework, restrictions, and effect on trading. Cross-references the detailed framework article.
- Allotted G-Secs not visible
If your allotted G-Secs don't appear in Console or demat, the cause is usually settlement delay. Resolution steps.