Best Discount Brokers

Flat-fee brokers that keep per-order costs predictable for regular traders.

#BrokerRatingDeliveryIntradayAMC
1Zerodha4.64.6 out of 5Zero0.03% or ₹20 / order (lower)300Open Account
2GrowwSponsored4.44.4 out of 50.1% or ₹20 / order (lower)0.1% or ₹20 / order (lower)0Open Account
3Upstox4.24.2 out of 5₹20 or 2.5% per order (lower)₹20 or 0.05% per order (lower)300Open Account
45paisa3.83.8 out of 5₹20 per order (₹10 on packs)₹20 per order (₹10 on packs)300Open Account
#1

Zerodha

4.64.6 out of 5(18,420)

India's largest discount broker, known for a clean platform and flat-fee pricing.

Delivery
Zero
AMC
300/yr
Opening
₹200

Free equity delivery + free direct mutual funds

Charges last updated 12 Aug 2026

#2

Groww

Sponsored
4.44.4 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

#3

Upstox

4.24.2 out of 5(15,230)

Discount broker with fast execution and competitive flat pricing for active traders.

Delivery
₹20 or 2.5% per order (lower)
AMC
300/yr
Opening
Free

Zero account opening charges

Charges last updated 12 Aug 2026

#4

5paisa

3.83.8 out of 5(5,420)

Low-cost discount broker with subscription packs that reduce per-order fees.

Delivery
₹20 per order (₹10 on packs)
AMC
300/yr
Opening
Free

Flat ₹10 per order on subscription packs

Charges last updated 12 Aug 2026

Our methodology

Ranked primarily on per-order cost, platform stability and product coverage.

Editorial rankings are produced independently of any commercial relationship. Sponsored listings are labelled and are never promoted above their earned editorial position.

Pros & cons of the top pick

  • + Zero delivery brokerage
  • + Fast, uncluttered trading platform
  • + Strong educational content
  • Limited research recommendations
  • Phone support can be slow at peak hours

Frequently asked questions

What is a discount broker?
A broker that charges a flat, low fee per order and typically does not provide advisory or research services.

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