New STT, MTF rules kick in from April 1: What changes for stock market traders and brokers
Published on: March 31, 2026, 9:59 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
From April 1, Indian markets face major regulatory changes as higher taxes and stricter funding norms reshape trading. Securities transaction tax (STT) on derivatives is rising sharply—150% on futures and 50% on options—while new RBI rules require 100% collateral for bank guarantees in proprietary trading, up from 50%.
