5paisaSEBI INZ000010231
- Account opening
- ₹0
- Demat AMC
- ₹25/month + GST
- SME IPOs
- Yes
- Delivery brokerage
- ₹20/order
- Cost to sell ₹15,000 of IPO shares
- ₹38.94Brokerage and DP with GST, ours
StoxkartSEBI INZ000196835
- Account opening
- ₹0
- Demat AMC
- Not stated
- SME IPOs
- Not stated
- Delivery brokerage
- ₹20/order
- Cost to sell ₹15,000 of IPO shares
- Not publishedBrokerage and DP with GST, ours
Where 5paisa and Stoxkart differ
5 of the 7 charges we compare differ for an IPO investor.
| Cost to sell IPO shares (ours) | 5paisa | Stoxkart |
|---|---|---|
| One mainboard lot, ₹15,000Same brokerage at both; a DP charge is not published | ₹38.94 | ₹23.60 brokerage; DP charge not published |
| Two SME lots, ₹2,50,000Same brokerage at both; a DP charge is not published | ₹38.94 | ₹23.60 brokerage; DP charge not published |
| A year: 12 mainboard lots soldSame brokerage at both; a DP charge is not published | ₹467.28 | ₹283.20 brokerage; DP charge not published |
Ours: brokerage and DP charge with 18% GST. STT and exchange charges are equal everywhere, so they are left out. SME bids are two lots.
- Demat maintenance (AMC): ₹25 a month plus GST, as listed on the pricing page at 5paisa, not stated at Stoxkart.
- DP charge on selling shares: ₹15.34 per scrip per day at 5paisa, not stated at Stoxkart.
- Mainboard IPOs: Yes, in the current IPO section at 5paisa, not stated at Stoxkart.
- SME IPOs: Yes, SME IPOs are listed with an apply option at 5paisa, not stated at Stoxkart.
The same at both: account opening and Equity delivery brokerage.
5paisa vs Stoxkart: charges side by side
Differs 5 of 7 charges differ between 5paisa and Stoxkart. Same charges are greyed. ₹0 free Not stated not on the broker's pages
| Charge | 5paisa | Stoxkart |
|---|---|---|
| Open an account | ||
| Account opening | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Demat maintenance (AMC) | ₹25 a month plus GST, as listed on the pricing page | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Apply for IPOs | ||
| Mainboard IPOs | Yes, in the current IPO section | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| SME IPOs | Yes, SME IPOs are listed with an apply option | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Sell your IPO shares | ||
| Equity delivery brokerage | ₹20 per executed order | ₹20 per executed order |
| DP charge on selling shares | ₹15.34 per scrip per day | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Registration | ||
| SEBI registration | INZ000010231 | INZ000196835 |
For other trading, call and trade and Margin trading (MTF) interest differ too. Intraday, futures, call and trade and margin charges are on the 5paisa and Stoxkart pages.
5paisa and Stoxkart strengths and things worth checking
5paisa
Strengths
- Cheaper dealer orders
- ₹0 pledge
- SME IPOs
Worth checking
- Two pages, two headline prices
The brokerage charges page shows ₹0 "for all trades" while the pricing page lists ₹20 per order. Confirm which applies before you open an account.
- AMC
₹25 a month plus GST as listed.
- Flat ₹20 on delivery
Even small IPO share sales pay ₹20 brokerage.
Stoxkart
Strengths
- Flat ₹20
Worth checking
- AMC, DP and IPO details not on the pricing page
Check them before you open an account.
Brokerage calculator: 5paisa vs Stoxkart
| Charge | 5paisa | Stoxkart |
|---|
Ours, with NSE rates. Change the trade to see what 5paisa and Stoxkart would each charge.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper for selling IPO shares, 5paisa or Stoxkart?
Stoxkart does not publish its DP charge, so the full cost of selling IPO shares cannot be compared. For two SME lots worth ₹2,50,000: 5paisa ₹38.94, Stoxkart ₹23.60 brokerage; DP charge not published (our calculation, brokerage and DP charge with GST).
How much would the difference between 5paisa and Stoxkart be over a year?
Not in full, because Stoxkart does not publish its DP charge.
Can I apply for SME IPOs on 5paisa and Stoxkart?
5paisa lets you apply for SME IPOs; Stoxkart does not say so on the pages we checked.
What is the demat AMC at 5paisa and Stoxkart?
5paisa: ₹25 a month plus GST, as listed on the pricing page. Stoxkart: not stated.
What DP charge do 5paisa and Stoxkart take when I sell IPO shares?
For one sale of ₹15,000, with GST: ₹15.34 at 5paisa; Stoxkart does not publish it (our calculation). It is charged on each sale from your demat account.