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The brokerage of AxisDirect ranges between 0.05% to 0.5%, the brokerage of HDFC Sky ranges between Rs 20, while the brokerage of Sharekhan ranges between 0.1 to 0.5%. The broker AxisDirect and Sharekhan are full service brokers where HDFC Sky is a discount broker. Overall rating for AxisDirect is 3.5, HDFC Sky is rated 4, Sharekhan is rated 4 out of 5.
Here we present side-by-side comparison of AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan stock brokers in India. The comparison is based on more than 100+ attributes for each stock broker. To be precise, we have compared AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on brokerage plans, Plan types, Customer Service, Maintenance fees, AMC, Trading Platforms, Rating, Reviews, Mobile App, Margin/Leverage/Exposure, Demat Account and Investment Options services. This will help you in make up your mind and clear things for you so that you can choose the best broker to open your trading and demat account. You can get answer for general question like which is better AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan in this setion with 360 degree view of broker information.
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| Exchanges Supported | NSE, BSE | NSE, BSE, MCX | BSE, NSE, MCX, NCDEX |
| Broker Overview | Axis Direct is a leading player in the retail broking space. The 3-in-1 account with Axis Direct is a single platform to trade in different asset classes, access innovative Ring powerful-technology trading platform, quality research calls & advis...  |
HDFC Sky is the only bank-based discount stock broker in India. Free demat and trading account opening, Rs 20/order maximum brokerage charges across all segments, simple yet elegant user interface enabled HDFC Sky mobile app, and free research & advi... |
Sharekhan is one of the oldest and the most popular full-service broker with the best platforms, powerful Trade Tiger terminal, free research & advisory, portfolio management services, and exceptionally great customer services with dedicated relation... |
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In this section we have compared AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on trading & demat account opening charges and AMC. Trading account opening charges - HDFC Sky and Sharekhan offer Free account opening where AxisDirect charges Rs 999 for account opeing. Demat AMC charges - AxisDirect charges Rs 750 PA (Free for 1st year) as AMC for Demat account, HDFC Sky charges Rs 240 PA (Free for 1st year) AMC for Demat account, where Sharekhan charges Rs 400 PA (Free for 1st year)) AMC for Demat account.
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| Trading Account Opening Fees | Rs 999 | Free | Free |
| Trading AMC | Free | Free | Free |
| Demat Account Opening Fees | Free | Free | Free |
| Demat AMC | Rs 750 PA (Free for 1st year) | Rs 240 PA (Free for 1st year) | Rs 400 PA (Free for 1st year)) |
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Plans are the most important feature you look when compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan. This section copare on high level about type of plans offered by brokers. Miltiple Plans - AxisDirect and Sharekhan offers Multiple Plans where HDFC Sky doesn't offer. Monthlay Plans - All 3 brokers don't have Monthy Plans.
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AxisDirect Brokerage Plan detail - Axis Direct has a fixed % based brokerage plan that charge a fixed brokerage fee on trading across segments.
HDFC Sky Brokerage Plan detail - HDFC Sky follows a fixed pricing model that charges a maximum of Rs 20 per order brokerage fee across segments.
Sharekhan Brokerage Plan detail - Sharekhna have % base brokerage plan. They have one of the best plan for in Currency future. Equity Intraday, Future & Option and commodities trading prices are on higher range and Equity Delivery trading is on average brokerage level with compare to other full service brokers. No Minimum brokerage.
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| Plan Name | Fixed Brokerage Trading Plan (Percentage Based) | Fixed pricing model | Sharkehan Brokerage Plan |
| Equity Delivery | 0.50% (Each leg) | 0.1% or Rs 20 whichever is lower | 0.30% |
| Equity Intraday | 0.05% (Each leg) | 0.1% or Rs 20 whichever is lower | 0.02% |
| Equity Futures | 0.05% (Each leg) | 0.1% or Rs 20 whichever is lower | 0.02% |
| Equity Options | Intraday: Rs 0.01 per lot | Carry Forward: Rs 10 per lot | Flat Fee Rs 20 | Rs 20 per lot |
| Currency Futures | 0.05% (Each Leg) | 0.1% or Rs 20 whichever is lower | 0.02% |
| Currency Options | Intraday: Rs 0.01 per lot | Carry Forward: Rs 10 p | Flat Fee Rs 20 | Rs 5 per lot |
| Commodity Trading | Futures: 0.03% (Each leg)| Options: Rs. 50 per lot | Flat Fee Rs 20 | Rs 20 per lot |
| Minimum Brokerage | Rs 20 | ||
| Hidden Charges | No | No | |
| Call & Trade Charges | Free 20 calls per month, and after Rs. 20 per order | Rs 20 per call | Free |
| Auto Square off Charges | 20 calls Free and after that Rs 20 per call | 0.1% or Rs 20 whichever is lower | Free |
| Brokerage Calculator | Brokerage Calculator for AxisDirect | Brokerage Calculator for HDFC Sky | Brokerage Calculator for Sharekhan |
Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on transaction charges and PCM fee by segment.
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| Equity Delivery | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr |
| Equity Intraday | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr | NSE:335 Per Cr | BSE:375 Per Cr |
| Equity Futures | NSE:200 Per Cr | BSE:FREE | NSE:200 Per Cr | BSE:FREE | NSE:200 Per Cr | BSE:FREE |
| Equity Options | NSE:5050 Per Cr | BSE:3700 Per Cr | NSE:5050 Per Cr | BSE:3700 Per Cr | NSE:5050 Per Cr | BSE:3700 Per Cr |
| Currency Futures | NSE:90 Per Cr | BSE:25 Per Cr | NSE:90 Per Cr | BSE:25 Per Cr | NSE:90 Per Cr | BSE:25 Per Cr |
| Currency Options | NSE:4000 Per Cr | BSE:100 Per Cr | NSE:4000 Per Cr | BSE:100 Per Cr | NSE:4000 Per Cr | BSE:100 Per Cr |
| Commodity | NA | Non-Agri: Rs 260 Per Cr | Agri: Rs 175 Per Cr | |
| Brokerage Charges | Complete Brokerage Plans for axisdirect | Complete Brokerage Plans for hdfc-sky | Complete Brokerage Plans for sharekhan |
Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on Account Features like 3-in-1 account, Algo Trading, NRI Trading, Margin Trading Funding and many more. Account Type - AxisDirect and HDFC Sky offers 3-in-1 Account where Sharekhan offers only 2-in-1 account which includes trading and demat account. Margin Funding -All 3 brokers offers Margin funding. Interest need to be paid on borrowed money. NRI Trading - All 3 brokers offers NRI Trading.
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| Intraday Square-off Time | 2:45 PM | 3:15PM | 3:15PM |
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With our expert research team, we have compared all the major features of Trading platform b/w AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan. This comparison covers Desktop Trading Platform, Web, Mobile for Windows, Android and iOS. We have provided link for mobile app to download and demo links for easy access.
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| Broker Rating | AxisDirect is Rated 0.7 / 5 based on 20 customer reviews | HDFC Sky is Rated 2.4 / 5 based on 97 customer reviews | Sharekhan is Rated 3.6 / 5 based on 184 customer reviews |
Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on Investment Offerings like Online IPO Application, Equity Cash and F&O, Currency, Commodity Trading, Mutual Funds Investment, Bonds/NCD, EFT, Banking, Insurance, Forex Trading, Mutual Funds SIP, Equity SIP, PMS Services. Equity and Equity deravitives - All 3 brokers offers trading/investment in Equity and Equity Derivatives on both the exchanges NSE/BSE. Commodity Trading - All 3 brokers offers Commodity Trading. Online Mutual Fund Investment - All 3 brokers offers online mutual fund investment. Portfolio Management Services (PMS) - Sharekhan offers PMS facility where AxisDirect and HDFC Sky doesn't offers PMS facility.
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Order Type - Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on offerings of order types. All the broker provide CNC Order, MIS Order, NRML Order. Differance comes with advance order typle like cover order, bracket order, AMO and GTC order. Cover Orders (CO) - All 3 brokers doesn't have Cover Orders (CO) facility. Bracket Orders (BO) - All 3 brokers doesn't have Bracket Orders (BO) facility. After Market Orders (AMO) - AxisDirect and Sharekhan AMO facility where HDFC Sky doesn't provides AMO. GTC Orders - All 3 brokers offers Good Till Cancelled (GTC) orders, which means you place buy or sell equity limit order and your order remains in system until it executed or reaches the specified numbers of days.
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Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on customer service offered by the broker. This section compare type of service offered by each broker for quick resoluation for queries/issue you have.
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| Customer Care Number | 022-61480808 | 1800 121 2109 | 1800227500 |
| Account Opening Process | Online | Online | Offline |
| Customer Support Email | [email protected] | [email protected] | [email protected] |
| Knowledge Center/Education | https://simplehai.axisdirect.in/learn/overview | https://hdfcsky.com/learn | https://www.sharekhan.com/help/hello |
| Head Office Address | Unit No. 2, Phoenix Market City, 15, LBS Road, Near Kamani Junction, Kurla (West), Mumbai- 400 070. |
LODHAI-I THINK TECHNO CAMPUS BLDG-ALPHA, 8 FLR, NEAR KANJURMARG RLYSTN, KANJURMARG, MUMBAI-MH-400042 |
Sharekhan Limited, 10th Floor, Beta Building, Lodha iThink Techno Campus, Kanjurmarg (East), Mumbai-MH- 400042 |
| Website | https://simplehai.axisdirect.in | https://hdfcsky.com/ | https://www.sharekhan.com |
Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on research reports and tips provided by broker.
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Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on Demat Service and Charges. This section cover about demat charges, demat service and other details
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| DP Source | CDSL | CDSL | CDSL |
| DP ID | 49200 | 12400 | 36000 |
| Demat Account Annual Maintenance Charges(AMC) | ₹500 pa | ₹750 pa | ₹500 pa |
| Advance Deposit | Nil | Customer having only Depository relationship with the Bank has to pay an advance fee of Rs.7,500/- | Rs. 500 Advance which will be adjusted against billing (Optional) .Tariff D-"Deposit Rs. 2999 (refund of deposit Rs. 2000 on closure) |
| Statutory charges | Nil | Nil | Actual Stamp Paper Charges |
| Transaction Charges on Debit (Per ISIN) | ₹10 | 0.04% (Min ₹20) + CDSL charges | 0.03% (Min ₹30) + ₹5.50 (CDSL Charges) |
| Demat | ₹3 per certificate | ₹5 per certificate + ₹35 request charges | ₹5 per certificate (Min 50 per request) |
| Remat | ₹10 for every hundred securities (Min ₹10) | ₹30 | ₹50 per certificate or ₹50 for every hundred securities |
| Pledge Creation | ₹25 | Nil | 0.03% (Min ₹100) |
| Pledge Creation Confirmation | ₹25 | 0.04% of transaction value (Min ₹40) | Nil |
| Pledge Closure | ₹25 | Nil | Nil |
| Pledge Closure Confirmation | ₹25 | 0.04% of transaction value (Min ₹40) | Nil |
| Pledge Invocation | Nil | 0.04% of transaction value (Min ₹40) | Nil |
| Failed Instruction Charges | Nil | Nil | Nil |
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Compare AxisDirect vs HDFC Sky vs Sharekhan on general features, advantages, disadvantages, pay out options, payout time, bank supported and charges, special offers and promotion.
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