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| Attribute | 5Paisa | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage | 0.03% or ₹20 (whichever lower) | 0.55% equity |
| Type | Discount broker | Full-service broker |
| Account opening | ₹99 | ₹975 |
| AMC | ₹400/yr after the first year | ₹700/yr |
| Equity delivery | 0.03% or ₹20 | 0.55% |
| Intraday / F&O | 0.03% or ₹20 | 0.055% |
| DP charges | ₹12.5 per scrip | ₹25 + GST |
| SEBI registration | INZ000010011 | INZ000000221 |
| Charges last verified | 20 Oct 2026 | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Our rating | Rating 4.1 | Rating 4.2 |
| Best for | High-value intraday traders | Investors who want advisory and execution under one roof |
| Hidden charges to watch | ₹99 opening fee, AMC from year two, DP charges per scrip on sale | ₹975 opening, ₹700 AMC, call & trade ₹50 per order, 3-in-1 bank fees |
| Segments | Equity, F&O, Commodity, Currency | Equity, F&O, Currency, Debt, Mutual funds, Insurance |
| F&O (all segments) | ₹20 per order | Per-contract slabs |
| Highlights | 5paisa app, AlgoBulls, Small case, Research reports | 3-in-1 account, Research reports, Portfolio advisory, InstaTrade API |
| Open account | 5Paisa | ICICI Direct |
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