Brokerage & Charges Calculator

How it's calculated

Net P/L = (sell − buy) × quantity − total charges. GST applies to brokerage, exchange charges and the SEBI fee. The rates shown are an intraday-style example, so replace them with the rates on your broker's charge sheet, and check the current STT and stamp duty for delivery trades.

The charges on a share trade

A trade costs more than the brokerage. Typical charges include brokerage, securities transaction tax (STT), exchange transaction charges, a SEBI turnover fee, stamp duty on the buy side and GST on brokerage and some fees. On a small gain, these can take a large share of the profit.

The rates differ by broker and by trade type, and the rules are updated from time to time. The values in this calculator are editable examples, so replace them with the rates on your broker's charge sheet. The break-even price shows the sell price you need just to cover all charges.

Frequently asked questions

What charges apply on a stock trade?

Brokerage, STT, exchange transaction charges, SEBI fees, stamp duty and GST. Which apply, and at what rate, depends on whether it is a delivery or intraday trade and on your broker.

Why is my break-even price higher than my buy price?

Because charges are paid on both the buy and the sell. The price has to rise enough to cover them before you make any profit.

Are the default rates correct for my broker?

Not necessarily. They are examples. Enter the rates from your broker's charge sheet for an accurate result.

How to use the Brokerage & Charges Calculator

Enter quantity, buy price, sell price, brokerage per order, stt on sell value, exchange charges (both legs), sebi fee (both legs), stamp duty on buy value, gst on brokerage and fees. The calculator updates as you type and shows Net profit / loss, along with the figures behind it. It runs in your browser, so nothing you enter is sent anywhere. Use the Reset button to go back to the example values.