#1
Groww
Sponsored4.44.4 out of 5(24,110)
Beginner-friendly app that started with mutual funds and now covers stocks and F&O.
- Delivery
- 0.1% or ₹20 / order (lower)
- AMC
- ₹0/yr
- Opening
- Free
₹0 account opening and ₹0 AMC
Charges last updated 12 Aug 2026
Best Brokers for Beginners
Simple onboarding, clean apps and low minimum costs for first-time investors.
| # | Broker | Rating | Delivery | Intraday | AMC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GrowwSponsored | 4.44.4 out of 5 | 0.1% or ₹20 / order (lower) | 0.1% or ₹20 / order (lower) | ₹0 | Open Account |
| 2 | Sharekhan | 3.73.7 out of 5 | 0.30% | 0.03% | ₹400 | Open Account |
#2
Sharekhan
3.73.7 out of 5(4,210)
Long-standing full-service broker with branch support across India.
- Delivery
- 0.30%
- AMC
- ₹400/yr
- Opening
- Free
Zero account opening with a demat starter kit
Charges last updated 12 Aug 2026
Our methodology
Weighted towards ease of use, onboarding speed, education content and low fixed charges.
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Pros & cons of the top pick
- + Very easy for first-time investors
- + No annual maintenance charge
- + Highly rated mobile app
- − No commodity or currency segment
- − Fewer advanced order types
Frequently asked questions
- How much money do I need to start?
- Most brokers have no minimum balance. You can start with the price of a single share.
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