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How to activate commodity segment on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide explains how to activate the commodity futures and options segment (MCX) on an existing Zerodha account, covering the income proof requirement, the structure of Zerodha’s commodity membership, and the distinct features of commodity trading compared to equity.

Step-by-step procedure

Step 1: Understand the commodity segment structure

Zerodha’s commodity segment operates through its SEBI-registered commodity broking entity, which holds membership of the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX). The Zerodha commodity segment overview describes the instruments available, including:

How to trade crude oil futures on MCX via Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Crude oil futures on MCX are the most actively traded non-agricultural commodity derivatives in India. A single lot represents 100 barrels, providing leveraged exposure to global crude oil prices – largely anchored to WTI and Brent international benchmarks – denominated in Indian rupees. Zerodha provides direct access through Kite once the commodity segment is activated.

This guide covers the complete workflow from account setup to exit, including the critical physical-delivery risk that distinguishes commodity futures from cash-settled instruments such as USDINR currency futures.

How to trade gold mini futures on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Gold Mini futures on MCX allow traders and hedgers to take leveraged positions on domestic gold prices with a contract size of just 10 grams – one-tenth of the standard Gold contract (100 grams). The smaller lot makes Gold Mini accessible to retail participants who need exposure to the gold market without committing the capital required for the full-size contract. Zerodha provides access through Kite once the commodity segment is activated.

This guide covers the entire workflow from activation to exit, including the critical physical-delivery obligations that apply if you hold a position to expiry.

How to trade silver micro futures on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Silver Micro futures on MCX offer the smallest lot size in the MCX silver contract family: 1 kilogram per lot. Silver trades globally as both an industrial metal and a monetary metal, making its price more volatile than gold relative to its nominal value. The 1 kg Micro contract gives retail traders access to silver’s price movement with comparatively low capital, while the same compulsory-delivery obligation that applies to gold contracts applies here too.

Zerodha MCX membership

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Zerodha Broking Limited is a trading member of the Multi Commodity Exchange of India Limited (MCX), the country’s largest commodity derivatives exchange by turnover. MCX membership authorises Zerodha to execute commodity futures and options contracts on behalf of its clients in segments covering bullion, base metals, energy, and agricultural commodities. Zerodha’s presence on MCX allows retail clients to access commodity derivatives markets that were historically the preserve of commodity brokers, consolidating all trading activity into a single Kite-platform interface.