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Brokerage Calculator

Total Cost = Brokerage + STT + Exchange + GST + SEBI + Stamp

Discount brokers charge flat ₹20/trade. Full-service brokers charge 0.1-0.5% of turnover.

Hidden costs: STT (0.1% delivery), Exchange charges, GST (18% on brokerage), Stamp duty.

Intraday trading has lower STT (0.025%) but brokerage adds up with frequency.

F&O trading: STT is 0.0125% (options sell side) — lower than equity delivery.

Annual brokerage costs can eat 1-3% of a small portfolio — choose your broker wisely.

Pro Tip

For frequent traders, discount brokers save ₹50K-1L annually compared to full-service brokers.

Brokerage Calculator - Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Brokerage Calculator and how to optimize your financial strategy.

Understanding the Formula

The core calculation is based on:

Total Cost = Brokerage + STT + Exchange + GST + SEBI + Stamp

Key Concepts & Rules

Discount brokers charge flat ₹20/trade. Full-service brokers charge 0.1-0.5% of turnover.

Hidden costs: STT (0.1% delivery), Exchange charges, GST (18% on brokerage), Stamp duty.

Intraday trading has lower STT (0.025%) but brokerage adds up with frequency.

F&O trading: STT is 0.0125% (options sell side) — lower than equity delivery.

Annual brokerage costs can eat 1-3% of a small portfolio — choose your broker wisely.

Expert Strategy

For frequent traders, discount brokers save ₹50K-1L annually compared to full-service brokers.

How to use this Calculator?

1. Enter your specific values in the input fields above.
2. The calculator will render instant results as you type.
3. Check the breakdown table for year-by-year projections.
4. Adjust the inputs to see how different scenarios impact the final result.