MTF wipeouts are estimated at ₹15,000-25,000 crore annually

With margin trading, you only need to put up a part of the stock price; brokers cover the rest, but charge interest typically in the high single digits to the high teens (roughly 8-18% p.a.).
While this can help you earn more if stocks go up, it also means bigger losses if things turn south: retail MTF wipeouts are estimated at roughly ₹15,000-25,000 crore annually.

Know your broker well before diving in

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) dominates with 97% of all margin trades.
Bank-backed brokers have about half the market share, while popular independents like Zerodha hold around 5% to 6%.
So if you're thinking about trying MTFs, know who you're dealing with, and remember: higher potential gains always come with higher risks.