Zero Hidden Charges
- ₹0Account opening charges
- ₹0AMC charges for the 1st year
- ₹20Charges For F&O/ Intraday
Transparent Pricing
| Type | Equity Delivery | Intraday Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage | 0.05% | ₹20/po or 0.5% whichever is lower |
| Type | Delivery | Intraday |
|---|---|---|
| Securities Transaction Tax | BS 0.05% | B 0.025% |
| Stamp Duty | BS 0.05% | B 0.003% |
| Exchange Transaction Charges | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% |
| SEBI Turnover Charges | BS 0.0001% | B 0.003% |
| Investor Protection Fund Trust Charges | BS NSE: 0.0001% | B NSE: 0.00297% |
| Type | Equity Delivery | Intraday Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage | 0.05% | ₹20/po or 0.5% whichever is lower |
| Type | Delivery | Intraday |
|---|---|---|
| Securities Transaction Tax | BS 0.05% | B 0.025% |
| Stamp Duty | BS 0.05% | B 0.003% |
| Exchange Transaction Charges | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% |
| SEBI Turnover Charges | BS 0.0001% | B 0.003% |
| Investor Protection Fund Trust Charges | BS NSE: 0.0001% | B NSE: 0.00297% |
| Type | Equity Delivery | Intraday Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage | 0.05% | ₹20/po or 0.5% whichever is lower |
| Type | Delivery | Intraday |
|---|---|---|
| Securities Transaction Tax | BS 0.05% | B 0.025% |
| Stamp Duty | BS 0.05% | B 0.003% |
| Exchange Transaction Charges | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% | BS NSE: 0.00297% BSE: 0.00297% |
| SEBI Turnover Charges | BS 0.0001% | B 0.003% |
| Investor Protection Fund Trust Charges | BS NSE: 0.0001% | B NSE: 0.00297% |
| Particulars | Others |
|---|---|
| DP AMC | ₹300 (1st year free), ₹75 per quarter (For Non-BSDA) |
| Margin Pledge/Un-Pledge Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Debit Transaction Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Pay In/Early Pay In/Inter-Settlement | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| CUSPA Pledge Charges | ₹30/- per ISIN |
| CUSPA Un-Pledge Charges | NIL |
| MTF Margin Pledge/Un-Pledge/Invocation Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Physical DP Document request | ₹10/- per page + Courier Charges |
| Demat/Destate Charges | ₹10/- per page + ₹50/- Courier Charges |
| Physical Demat Rejection | ₹50/- |
| Remat Charges | ₹150/- per certificate + Courier Charges + CDSL & NSDL Actual Cost |
| Restat & Destat Setup Charges | ₹50/- per ISIN |
| Normal Pledge/Unpledge/Invocation | 0.02% or ₹50/- (whichever higher) |
| Delayed Payment Interest | 13% |
| Particulars | Others |
|---|---|
| DP AMC | ₹300 (1st year free), ₹75 per quarter (For Non-BSDA) |
| Margin Pledge/Un-Pledge Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Debit Transaction Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Pay In/Early Pay In/Inter-Settlement | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| CUSPA Pledge Charges | ₹30/- per ISIN |
| CUSPA Un-Pledge Charges | NIL |
| MTF Margin Pledge/Un-Pledge/Invocation Charges | ₹25/- per ISIN |
| Physical DP Document request | ₹10/- per page + Courier Charges |
| Demat/Destate Charges | ₹10/- per page + ₹50/- Courier Charges |
| Physical Demat Rejection | ₹50/- |
| Remat Charges | ₹150/- per certificate + Courier Charges + CDSL & NSDL Actual Cost |
| Restat & Destat Setup Charges | ₹50/- per ISIN |
| Normal Pledge/Unpledge/Invocation | 0.02% or ₹50/- (whichever higher) |
| Delayed Payment Interest | 13% |
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Open a Free Demat Account →Disclosures
- Annual Maintenance Charges (AMC):
- Make trading easier and hassle-free by maintaining your Demat account and platform access with a plan that suits your needs. AMC applicability and billing frequency are clearly outlined in the tariff.
- Brokerage:
- Smooth trading execution is enabled through brokerage fees defined in the tariff, which vary by segment (Equity, F&O, Currency, Commodities) and order type.
- Call and Trade Charges:
- Call and Trade charges apply to phone orders executed with dealer assistance as well as to auto square-off intraday orders. For Equity trades, these charges are based on transaction value, while for F&O trades, a fixed amount is charged per lot.
- MTF interest and related charges:
- Usage of the Margin Trading Facility (MTF) is subject to interest and applicable charges as per the tariff. Any delay in payment beyond the settlement timeline will attract additional interest on the outstanding debit amount, as specified in the tariff.
- Margin Requirements (F&O/Currency/Commodity Trades):
- SEBI has laid down guidelines requiring traders to maintain minimum margins while positions are open, ensuring the minimum capital required for trading is always available.
- Physical Document Requests:
- In majority cases digital copies of statements and documents are provided. However, in some cases, physical copies may be requested, for which additional printing and courier charges will be applicable as per the tariff.
- Margin Pledge/Unpledge Charges:
- Margin Pledge/Unpledge charges are levied on pledge or unpledge requests in accordance with Depository guidelines and the applicable tariff.
- Inter-settlement/Pay-in/Pay-out Charges:
- Certain charges are applicable for inter-settlement, pay-in, and pay-out activities wherever applicable, in accordance with the tariff and Depository rules.
- Demat/Remat Charges:
- Fees are applicable for the conversion of physical certificates to Demat form and for the conversion of Demat holdings into physical certificates, as per the applicable tariff and Depository rules.
- Online Fund Transfer Service Fee:
- A service fee may be charged under your plan, if applicable, for certain Fund transfer requests.
Trading Terms And Conditions
- The process for Delivery trades for Commodities will be different as compared to Delivery Trades for Equity and therefore, the charges for Commodities Delivery Trades will be levied accordingly.
- For any Derivatives Trade: To maintain 50% cash and 50% stock margin. If 50% cash is not maintained, 18% penal charges will be levied.
- Any delay in payments after the payout date, delay payment charges will be charged @ 18% p.a.
- Any auto square-off on account of RMS breach shall also be covered under the call & trade charges.
- This pricing is applicable to individual accounts only.
- Disputes, if any, will be settled under the exclusive jurisdiction of civil courts in Kolkata, West Bengal.
- For any grievances, kindly contact customercare@ashikagroup.com within 24 hours of occurrence of the transaction.
- Taxes as applicable will be levied on above mentioned charges.
- All types of DP dues will be transferred to respective client's trading ledger.
- Ashika Stock Broking Ltd. reserves the absolute right to make alterations, revisions to the pricing plans by giving a 30 day notice to the client.
DP Terms And Conditions
Additional Terms and Conditions of DP Tariff
- Cheque/Demand Draft should be in favour of "Ashika Stock Broking Ltd".
- Ashika Stock Broking Limited reserves the right to change the above tariff meant exclusively for DP by providing 30 days written notice and this will be binding on all.
- Tax as applicable would be levied as applicable.
- In case of any debit balance in client's name existing with the company, DP is authorised to refuse to accept any type of instruction related to transfer of Share/Securities from client's account, till the clearance of such dues.
- Rs/- 50 + bank charges will be levied for any cheque dishonour, per instance.
- AMC charges will be applicable on quarterly basis.
- Franking/Stamp charges will be applicable extra.
- The client agrees to pay the charges as set out here in above subject to any change their in from time to time and specially authorises DP to debit all type of dues/charges as set out herein above to client's Trading Account having with Ashika Stock Broking Limited.
- Disputes, if any, will be settled under the exclusive jurisdiction of civil courts in Kolkata, West Bengal.
- For any grievances, kindly email us at dpservices@ashikagroup.com.
- Consolidated Account Statement Charges as levied by respective Depository will be levied as and when applicable.
- BSDA Scheme is applicable only for Individual Clients.
Note:
- Certain charges are regulated and may change based on SEBI, Exchanges, Depositories, and Government notifications.
- Brokerage is calculated on transaction value or per-order/per-lot basis, as specified in the tariff.
- 18% GST is applicable on Brokerage, DP Charges, Exchange Transaction Charges, IPFT, SEBI Turnover Charges, Delayed Payment Charges, and Auto Square-Off Charges.
- BSE Equity Exchange Transaction Charges - 0.00375% for all groups except P, ZP, SS, ST (1.0%), X, XT, Z (0.1%), A, B, E, F, FC, G, GC, W, T, R (0.00375%).
- BSE Futures and Options Exchange Transaction Charges - 0.0375% of the premium for Sensex contracts of the nearest expiry.
- Brokerage rates mentioned in the tariff may apply only to specific client categories (for example, Direct/Online), as specified.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the account opening charge with Ashika?
There are no charges for opening a Demat Account and a Trading Account with Ashika.
What are the charges applicable to Stock Market transactions?
Trading in the Stock market involves various charges, depending on the transaction and segment. These may include brokerage, Securities Transaction Tax (STT), GST, Stamp Duty, Exchange Transaction Charges, SEBI turnover charges, Investor Protection Fund Trust (IPFT) charges, and Depository Participant (DP) charges, as applicable.
Are there any hidden charges at Ashika?
No. Ashika does not have any hidden charges. All applicable charges are clearly communicated upfront, so you can review the costs before placing a trade or using any service on the platform.
Are there any charges for account closure or inactivity?
No. Ashika does not charge any account closure fees. There are no penalties for inactive accounts either. You are free to trade at your own pace without worrying about inactivity charges.
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