Brokerage is the fee a stockbroker charges for executing your trades (buy or sell orders) on the stock exchange. Discount brokers in India often charge a flat fee per executed order (e.g., ₹20), or a small percentage of the trade value, whichever is lower.

What is STT (Securities Transaction Tax)?

STT is a direct tax levied by the government on every transaction at a stock exchange. For intraday equity trades, STT is charged only on the sell side of the transaction.

What is the breakeven point?

The breakeven point is the price movement per share required just to cover all the transaction charges (brokerage, STT, and other fees). Any profit you make is only after you've crossed this breakeven point.

Is this calculator accurate for all stockbrokers?

This calculator provides a close estimate based on typical charges for intraday equity trades on the NSE. However, charges like brokerage can vary between brokers. Also, stamp duty varies by state and is not included here. Always confirm the exact charges with your specific broker.

Brokerage Calculator

Estimate your brokerage and other charges to find your net profit or loss for an intraday trade. Know your real P&L before you trade.

Intraday Trade Details

Buy Price (₹)

Sell Price (₹)

Quantity

Brokerage per Order (₹)

Profit & Loss Summary

Enter trade details to see the P&L.

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About the Brokerage Calculator

Understand the various charges involved in intraday equity trading and how they affect your profitability.

How to Use This Calculator

To determine your potential profit or loss from an intraday trade, you need to input a few key details. Enter the price at which you bought the shares ('Buy Price'), the price at which you sold them ('Sell Price'), and the total number of shares ('Quantity'). You can also adjust the brokerage fee per executed order; many discount brokers in India charge a flat fee of ₹20, which is the default here. After filling in the details, click the "Calculate P&L" button. The tool will instantly provide a comprehensive breakdown of all charges and your final net profit or loss, empowering you to understand the true outcome of your trade.

Charges Involved in Intraday Trading (Simplified)

Trading in the stock market involves more than just the buy and sell price. Several charges can eat into your profits. This calculator provides a simplified estimate for intraday equity trades by including the main charges:

Brokerage: This is the primary fee your stockbroker charges for executing your trades. Many discount brokers in India charge a flat fee per executed order (e.g., ₹20), or a small percentage of the trade value, whichever is lower. Our calculator accounts for both the buy and sell orders as two separate trades.
STT (Securities Transaction Tax): A direct tax levied by the government on every transaction at a stock exchange. For intraday equity trades, STT is charged only on the sell side of the transaction at a rate of 0.025%.
Other Charges: This is an umbrella term for several smaller fees that add up. It includes Exchange Transaction Charges (levied by NSE/BSE), GST (an 18% tax applied on both brokerage and transaction charges), and SEBI turnover fees. This calculator groups these for simplicity.

Practical Applications for Traders

Understanding your trading costs is absolutely crucial for any trader aiming for profitability. This tool helps in several practical ways:

Trade Planning: Before you even enter a trade, you can use this calculator to determine the breakeven point—the price movement needed just to cover all costs. This helps in setting realistic profit targets and stop-losses.
Strategy Analysis: Analyze how different charges impact the profitability of various strategies. For example, you can see how charges disproportionately affect high-frequency, low-margin scalping strategies versus swing trading strategies.
Broker Comparison: You can easily compare the total cost of trading between different stockbrokers by adjusting the brokerage fee. This allows you to choose the most cost-effective broker for your specific trading style and volume.

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Important Disclaimer

The calculations provided are based on charges for NSE Equity Intraday trades and are for illustrative purposes only. Actual charges can and do vary between different brokers and for different market segments (like Futures & Options, Commodity, or Currency trading). Furthermore, this calculator does not account for stamp duty, which varies by state. For the most accurate and up-to-date fee structure, you should always check with your specific broker.