Brokerage Calculator

What is a Brokerage Calculator?

A brokerage calculator is an online tool that helps you estimate the total cost of executing a trade in the stock market. It takes into account brokerage charges, taxes, and other statutory fees so you can see your net profit or loss before you trade. Whether you are trading in equity delivery, equity intraday, or futures and options (F&O), a brokerage calculator gives you a clear breakdown of turnover, gross P&L, total charges, and break-even price.

Why Use a Brokerage Calculator?

Knowing your exact costs helps you make better trading decisions. Without a calculator, hidden charges like STT, GST, exchange fees, and stamp duty can surprise you and eat into your returns. By using a brokerage calculator, you can compare different segments (e.g. delivery vs intraday), plan your position size, and understand what price you need to reach to break even after all costs.

Understanding the Components of Trading Costs

Brokerage (Lemonn Charges)

Brokerage is the fee your broker charges for executing trades. At Lemonn, we offer flat brokerage of ₹20 per order for buy and ₹20 for sell (total ₹40 per trade for most segments). This makes your costs predictable and easy to calculate.

Taxes

Several taxes apply to equity and F&O trading in India:

• STT (Securities Transaction Tax): Levied on the value of shares or derivatives. Rates differ for equity delivery, intraday, and F&O.
• GST: 18% is applied on brokerage, exchange charges, SEBI fees, and other eligible charges.
• Stamp duty: A state-level duty on the buy value of the transaction. Rates vary by segment.

Government and Exchange Charges

These include exchange transaction charges, SEBI turnover fees, and IPFT (Investor Protection Fund Trust). Pledging (Rs 15 + GST per request) and Depository (DP) charges (Rs 13.5 + GST) are shown separately for reference and are not included in the total charges or break-even calculation.

Segments Covered by This Calculator

Equity Delivery

In delivery trading, you buy and hold shares in your demat account. STT is charged on both buy and sell, and DP charges apply on sell. Stamp duty is higher than intraday. This segment is suitable for medium to long-term investors.

Equity Intraday

Intraday or cash intraday involves buying and selling the same shares on the same day. STT is only on the sell side. Stamp duty is lower than delivery. No DP charges apply as positions are squared off the same day.

F&O Futures

Futures contracts are standardized agreements to buy or sell an asset at a future date. Transaction costs include STT on sell, exchange charges, stamp duty, and SEBI fees. Our calculator uses standard NSE/BSE rates for futures.

F&O Options

Options give you the right (not obligation) to buy or sell at a strike price. Options have a different STT structure and higher exchange charges compared to futures. The calculator reflects these rates so you can plan your options strategies.

Add-ons: Auto Square-off and Call & Trade

If you use Auto Square-off for intraday or F&O positions, an additional service charge may apply. Similarly, Call & Trade (placing orders through a dealer) can have an extra fee. Enable these options in the calculator to include them in your total charges and break-even calculation.

Break-even Price Explained

The break-even price is the sell price at which your net P&L is zero after all costs. It is computed as your buy price plus (total charges ÷ quantity). Knowing this helps you set realistic targets: you need to sell above break-even to make a profit.

How to Use This Brokerage Calculator

Select your segment (Equity Delivery, Equity Intraday, F&O Futures, or F&O Options), enter quantity, buy price, and sell price. Use the sliders or type values directly. If you use Auto Square-off or Call & Trade, check the respective boxes. The results panel will show turnover, gross P&L, total charges (with a full breakdown), net P&L, and break-even price. You can tweak inputs in real time to see how different scenarios affect your outcome.

Accuracy and Limits

This calculator uses standard rates applicable in India (e.g. STT, GST, exchange, SEBI, stamp duty) as per current regulations. Rates may change; refer to official sources for the latest figures. The tool is for estimation only and does not replace your broker’s contract note. Always verify final charges from your broker after the trade.