Charges and taxes on trading in Indian stock market.

 Here's a detailed breakdown of stock market trading charges in India:


1. *Brokerage Fees*:

    - Equity Delivery: 0.1% to 0.5% of trade value

    - Equity Intraday: 0.01% to 0.05% of trade value

    - F&O (Futures and Options): 0.01% to 0.05% of trade value

2. *Transaction Charges*:

    - NSE (National Stock Exchange): 0.00322% for equity delivery, 0.0019% for F&O futures

    - BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange): 0.0025% for equity delivery, 0.0015% for F&O futures

3. *Stamp Duty*:

    - Varies by state (e.g., 0.015% or ₹1500 per crore for equity delivery in some states)

4. *GST (Goods and Services Tax)*:

    - 18% on brokerage fees, SEBI charges, and transaction charges

5. *SEBI Charges*:

    - ₹10 per crore

6. *STT (Securities Transaction Tax)*:

    - 0.1% on buy and sell for equity delivery

    - 0.025% on the sell side for intraday trades

7. *Demat Charges*:

    - ₹20 to ₹50 per month for maintenance

    - ₹50 to ₹100 per scrip for dematerialization

8. *Trading Account Charges*:

    - ₹500 to ₹1,000 per year for maintenance


Note: These charges may vary depending on the broker, exchange, and type of trade. It's essential to check with your broker for the most up-to-date information.


Some popular brokers in India and their charges are:


- Zerodha: Zero brokerage for equity delivery, ₹20 or 0.03% (whichever is lower) for intraday trades

- Fyers: ₹20 or 0.02% (whichever is lower) for equity delivery and intraday trades

- Upstox: ₹20 or 0.02% (whichever is lower) for equity delivery and intraday trades

- Dhan: ₹20 or 0.02% (whichever is lower) for equity delivery and intraday trades



Note: Please verify the charges with the respective brokers or exchanges for the latest information.

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