1. What is Zerodha ETF Charges Calculator?

The Zerodha ETF Charges Calculator helps investors calculate the total charges involved in buying or selling Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) through Zerodha trading platform. It provides accurate cost estimation for better investment planning.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following charge structure:

Where:

• \( Brokerage \) — ₹0 for ETF delivery trades
• \( STT \) — 0.025% of transaction value
• \( Transaction Charges \) — 0.00325% of transaction value
• \( GST \) — 18% on brokerage and transaction charges
• \( SEBI Charges \) — 0.0001% of transaction value
• \( Stamp Duty \) — 0.003% of transaction value

Explanation: Zerodha offers zero brokerage for ETF delivery trades, making it cost-effective for long-term investors.

3. Importance of ETF Charges Calculation

Details: Understanding total charges helps investors calculate actual investment costs, compare platforms, and make informed investment decisions for better returns.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter transaction amount in ₹, quantity in units, and select transaction type. All values must be valid (amount > 0, quantity ≥ 1).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why zero brokerage for ETF delivery?
A: Zerodha promotes long-term investing by eliminating brokerage costs for delivery-based ETF trades, making investing more accessible.

Q2: Are there any hidden charges?
A: No hidden charges. All applicable statutory charges like STT, GST, transaction charges are transparently calculated and displayed.

Q3: Does this apply to all ETFs?
A: Yes, zero brokerage applies to all ETF delivery trades on NSE and BSE through Zerodha platform.

Q4: What about intraday ETF trading?
A: Intraday ETF trades attract regular brokerage charges as per Zerodha's equity intraday rates.

Q5: How accurate is this calculator?
A: The calculator uses current charge rates and provides accurate estimates for planning purposes.