MCXCCL Withdraws Additional Margin on Gold and Silver Futures from February 19, 2026

Multi Commodity Exchange Clearing Corporation Limited has announced the withdrawal of additional margin on gold and silver futures contracts. The revised margin structure will be applicable from February 19, 2026. 

MCXCCL Withdraws Additional Margin on Gold and Silver Futures 

Multi Commodity Exchange Clearing Corporation Limited issued Circular No. MCXCCL RISK 035 2026 dated February 18, 2026, in continuation of Circular No. MCXCCL RISK 027 2026 dated February 04, 2026. The communication was released under the provisions of its Rules, Bye Laws and Regulations. 

As per the circular, the additional margin of 3% levied on gold futures, covering all contracts and all variants, has been withdrawn. Similarly, the additional margin of 7% imposed on silver futures, across all contracts and variants, has also been removed. 

Effective Date of Implementation 

The withdrawal of the additional margins will take effect from Thursday, February 19, 2026. The change applies uniformly to all gold and silver futures contracts cleared through MCXCCL. 

Clearing members have been advised to take note of the revision and align their operational and risk management systems accordingly. 

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Official Communication and Support 

The circular was signed by Fardeen Siddiquee, Chief Risk Officer. For any clarification, members may contact Customer Support at 022 6649 4040 or reach out through the official email address provided in the circular. 

Conclusion 

The removal of the 3% additional margin on gold futures and 7% on silver futures reflects a revision in the risk management framework of MCXCCL effective February 19, 2026. Clearing members are required to comply with the updated margin structure as communicated. 

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