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How to Estimate Indian Stock Trading Charges: STT, GST, Stamp Duty & Brokerage

A complete breakdown of Indian regulatory charges on NSE and BSE equity delivery trades including STT, SEBI turnover fees, exchange transaction charges, and stamp duty.

Sunny SharmaSunny Sharma
Mar 27, 2026
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How to Estimate Indian Stock Trading Charges: STT, GST, Stamp Duty & Brokerage

How to Estimate Indian Stock Trading Charges

Trading shares on Indian exchanges (NSE and BSE) incurs statutory regulatory levies beyond standard broker commissions. Knowing these charges helps traders calculate their true break-even exit price.

You can calculate exact statutory charges using the Burnjet Indian Stock Charges Estimator.


Breakdown of Statutory Indian Stock Charges (Equity Delivery) #

Charge NameLevied ByTypical Delivery Rate
BrokerageStockbrokerUp to ₹20/order or 0.05%0.05% (often ₹0 on discount brokers)
STT (Securities Transaction Tax)Central Govt0.1%0.1% on both buy and sell turnover
Exchange Transaction ChargeNSE / BSE0.00345%\approx 0.00345% of turnover
SEBI Turnover FeeSEBI₹10 per crore (0.0001%0.0001%)
Stamp DutyState Govt0.015%0.015% (₹1,500 per crore) on buy turnover only
GSTCentral & State Govt18%18% on (Brokerage + Exchange Charges + SEBI Fees)

Step-by-Step: Using the Burnjet Indian Stock Charges Estimator #

Step 1: Open the Tool #

Visit Burnjet Indian Stock Charges Estimator.

Step 2: Enter Trade Details #

Enter your Buy Price per Share, Sell Price per Share, and Quantity of Shares.

Step 3: Review Full Cost Breakdown #

The calculator outputs a complete itemized summary:

  • Gross Profit/Loss
  • STT Amount
  • Exchange & SEBI Charges
  • Stamp Duty & GST
  • Net Payout and Break-Even Sell Price

Disclaimer: Results are estimates based on standard statutory rates for informational purposes and do not constitute tax or legal advice.


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