Compare Demat Accounts

Zerodha ⭐4.5

Standard Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹0

AMC Charges: ₹300

Equity Brokerage: 0% - 0.03%

Trading Platform: Kite

Key Features:

  • 3-in-1 account
  • Easy IPO application
  • Intuitive trading platform
  • +1 more

Upstox ⭐4.2

Standard Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹0

AMC Charges: ₹250

Equity Brokerage: 0% - 0.05%

Trading Platform: Upstox Pro

Key Features:

  • Free Equity Delivery
  • Zero account opening
  • Margin trading
  • +1 more

Angel One ⭐4

Premium Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹999

AMC Charges: ₹0

Equity Brokerage: 0.05% or ₹20 per order

Trading Platform: Angel Broking Mobile App

Key Features:

  • Research reports
  • Margin trading
  • Investment advisory
  • +1 more

HDFC Securities ⭐4.3

Premium Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹999

AMC Charges: ₹750

Equity Brokerage: 0.50% or ₹100 per order

Trading Platform: HDFC Securities App

Key Features:

  • Research insights
  • 3-in-1 account
  • Robo advisory
  • +1 more

5Paisa ⭐3.8

Discount Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹0

AMC Charges: ₹45

Equity Brokerage: Flat ₹20 per order

Trading Platform: 5Paisa Mobile App

Key Features:

  • Lowest brokerage
  • Free equity delivery
  • NPS investment
  • +1 more

Groww ⭐4.4

Standard Account

Account Opening Fee: ₹0

AMC Charges: ₹200

Equity Brokerage: 0% - 0.05%

Trading Platform: Groww App

Key Features:

  • User-friendly interface
  • Zero AMC for first year
  • Easy IPO application
  • +1 more

How to Choose the Right Demat Account

Key Factors to Consider

  • Brokerage charges for different types of trades
  • Annual maintenance charges (AMC)
  • Account opening fees and requirements
  • Trading platform features and ease of use
  • Mobile trading app functionality
  • Customer service and support
  • Research and analysis tools provided

Trading Platforms Comparison

  • Look for platforms with real-time market data
  • Consider chart analysis tools and indicators
  • Check for screeners and filter options
  • Evaluate order types supported (limit, stop loss, etc.)
  • Consider ease of fund transfer and withdrawal
  • Check for IPO application and mutual fund investment options