CNC vs MIS Trading
Understand the Difference Before You Trade
🏦 CNC (Cash & Carry)
Buy shares and hold them in your portfolio just like a real investor. Your virtual holdings remain in your account until you decide to sell them.
✅ Long-term investing
✅ Full trade value required
✅ Hold overnight or for years
✅ Best for delivery trading 📦
⚡ MIS (Margin Intraday Square-off)
Designed for intraday traders who buy and sell on the same trading day using margin.
✅ Lower margin required 💰
✅ Higher buying power 📈
✅ Must close positions the same day ⏰
✅ Auto square-off around 3:15 PM IST 🕒
⚖️ Quick Comparison
| Feature | 🏦 CNC | ⚡ MIS |
| Holding Period | 📅 Unlimited | 🕒 Same Day Only |
| Margin Required | 💰 Full Value | 💵 Lower Margin |
| Leverage | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Best For | 📦 Delivery Investors | ⚡ Intraday Traders |
💡 Did You Know?
Futures & Options (F&O) trades often use NRML or MIS, depending on the product and broker rules.
Practice Before You Invest
Experience both CNC and MIS trading with ₹5,00,000 Virtual Capital and live market prices—without risking real money.
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