Brokerage Calculator: Equity Delivery & Intraday Charges

Brokerage & Charges Calculator

Estimate the total charges on an Indian equity trade — brokerage, STT, exchange transaction charges, stamp duty, SEBI fees, GST, and DP charges — for both delivery and intraday trades, along with your approximate net profit or loss after all charges.






Most discount brokers charge a flat amount per executed order (buy and sell are each one order) or a small percentage, whichever is lower. Enter your broker’s flat rate, or 0 if your broker offers free delivery trades.


Charged once per scrip when you sell shares from your demat holdings (delivery trades only). This is set by your depository participant, not by regulation, and commonly runs Rs 15-20 including GST — check your broker’s tariff sheet for the exact figure.

How the Charges Are Calculated

This calculator applies the standard rates for Indian equity cash-market trades: Securities Transaction Tax (STT) of 0.1% on both buy and sell value for delivery trades, or 0.025% on the sell value only for intraday trades; an NSE exchange transaction charge of 0.00307% on turnover; stamp duty of 0.015% (delivery) or 0.003% (intraday) on the buy-side value only; a SEBI turnover fee of 0.0001%; and 18% GST applied only to brokerage, exchange transaction charges, and the SEBI fee — GST is not applied to STT or stamp duty. Exchange transaction charges and stamp duty are exchange- and government-set rates that can be revised; brokerage and DP charges are broker-specific and set by your broker, not by regulation, so treat this as a close estimate rather than your final contract note.

For the direct-equity route more broadly, see our guide to investing in the stock market in India, or our breakdown of Zerodha’s brokerage charges for a real-world example from one specific broker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this calculator match my broker’s contract note exactly?

It should be very close, but not always exact. Exchange transaction charges, stamp duty, and SEBI fees are standard rates applied by every broker, but the exact brokerage amount, DP charge, and any minor rounding conventions can vary by broker — always check your actual contract note for the final figures.

Why is STT different for delivery and intraday trades?

Delivery trades are taxed at 0.1% on both the buy and sell value because you take actual ownership of the shares. Intraday trades, where you don’t take delivery, are taxed at a lower 0.025% and only on the sell side.

Is GST charged on STT and stamp duty?

No. GST at 18% applies only to brokerage, exchange transaction charges, and the SEBI turnover fee. STT and stamp duty are themselves taxes and are not further taxed with GST.

What is the DP charge and why isn’t it on intraday trades?

The DP (Depository Participant) charge is levied when shares actually move out of your demat account, which only happens on a delivery sell, not on an intraday trade where no shares enter or leave your demat account. It’s a broker/depository fee, not a government tax, so the exact amount varies by broker.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for your broker’s official contract note. Exchange transaction charges, stamp duty, STT, and SEBI fees are current as of the time of writing and may be revised by the relevant exchange, state government, or regulator. Brokerage and DP charges are set by individual brokers and depositories and vary. Trade Day is not a registered investment advisor and has no affiliation with any broker mentioned.