ICICI Securities Limited is a part of nationally renowned ICICI Group. ICICI Direct is a prominent part of ICICI Securities that offers various investment choices such as stocks, mutual funds, bonds etc. ICICI Direct has an active client base of 19,53,563 as of August 2023.
The segments in which you can invest (includes Equity, Commodity, Currency, Futures and Options) through this broker
1 or more plans offered by this broker, which outlines, Account opening and maintenance fees charged by this broker, Brokerage charges and Margins provided. Use plan switcher to see the difference in offerings, if multiple plans are available.
Account Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.55%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.05%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.05%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 95Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
2xEquity Intraday Margin
7xEquity Futures Margin
4xEquity Options Margin
4x/2xCurrency Futures Margin
4xCurrency Options Margin
0xCommodity Futures Margin
2.5xCommodity Options Margin
0xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 300Plan Charges
₹ 299Call & Trade Charges
₹ 50Equity Delivery Brokerage
0.55%Equity Intraday Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Futures Brokerage
₹ 0Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
2xEquity Intraday Margin
7xEquity Futures Margin
4xEquity Options Margin
4x/2xCurrency Futures Margin
4xCurrency Options Margin
0xCommodity Futures Margin
2.5xCommodity Options Margin
0xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Plan Charges
₹ 5000Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.25%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.025%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.025%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 35Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
2xEquity Intraday Margin
10xEquity Futures Margin
4xEquity Options Margin
4x/2xCurrency Futures Margin
4xCurrency Options Margin
0xCommodity Futures Margin
3xCommodity Options Margin
0xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Plan Charges
₹ 299Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.27%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.027%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.027%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 40Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
2xEquity Intraday Margin
7xEquity Futures Margin
4xEquity Options Margin
4x/2xCurrency Futures Margin
4xCurrency Options Margin
0xCommodity Futures Margin
2.5xCommodity Options Margin
0xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Plan Charges
₹ 999Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.22%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.022%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.022%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 30Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
1xEquity Intraday Margin
6xEquity Futures Margin
1xEquity Options Margin
1xCurrency Futures Margin
1xCurrency Options Margin
1xCommodity Futures Margin
1xCommodity Options Margin
1xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Plan Charges
₹ 1999Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.18%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.018%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.018%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 25Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
1xEquity Intraday Margin
6xEquity Futures Margin
1xEquity Options Margin
1xCurrency Futures Margin
1xCurrency Options Margin
1xCommodity Futures Margin
1xCommodity Options Margin
1xAccount Opening Charges
FreeAccount Maintenance Charges
₹ 700Plan Charges
₹ 2999Call & Trade Charges
FreeEquity Delivery Brokerage
0.15%Equity Intraday Brokerage
0.015%Equity Futures Brokerage
0.015%Equity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Currency Options Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Futures Brokerage
₹ 20Commodity Options Brokerage
₹ 20Equity Delivery Margin
1xEquity Intraday Margin
6xEquity Futures Margin
1xEquity Options Margin
1xCurrency Futures Margin
1xCurrency Options Margin
1xCommodity Futures Margin
1xCommodity Options Margin
1xSet of software & applications offered by the broker for executing buy and sell orders online. These are names of their portals and mobile apps, for full desc- Full Platform Details.
Advantages and Strengths of this broker.
Disadvantages of this broker that it needs to improve upon.
Extra features provided by the broker at little or no extra cost. Like research reports, SMS alerts etc.
Services provided by the broker for investing in other financial assets such as Mutual funds, Insurance, Bonds etc.
Besides being one of the most reputable banking institutions in the country, ICICI also provides a wide range of broking services through ICICI Direct. It encompasses state-of-the-art technological features and advances for a seamless experience. It comprises over 50 different products and services like IPOs, Corporate Fixed Deposits, Loans, NPS, etc.
Strategy creation and management support for trades.
Premium plans with different rewards.
Advanced charting tools and technical analysis on the platform.
Equity ATM facility that credits the amount immediately to the bank account after shares are sold.
Research-backed articles on finance to incite better decision-making
i-Learn app that offers customers the knowledge required to better assist them in their investment journey
A single dedicated platform for all your investing needs, i.e., insurance, stocks, and mutual funds
Market updates from premium online courses with research reports and recommendations.
ICICI Direct has multiple trading tools to enhance the experience of traders and investors. These trading tools include Market App, I-Track, Trade Racer, and Money App.
The ICICI Direct Markets App offers an interactive interface for convenient trading and investing. Not only does it allow users to invest in all market segments, but it also includes features like
Live charting for better investment planning and minimizing risk,
Trade execution algorithms for better execution of trades at the best possible prices,
Advanced Analytical Tools for timely and accurate decision-making,
Open Interest Graphs available on Option Chain,
Consolidated P&L for different Asset Classes,
Research Recommendations to easily select from different ideas based on your specific goals.
This trading platform offers multiple watch list functionalities, integrated fund transfers, live-streaming quotations, research calls, and a lot more. Trade Racer’s prominent features for trade and analysis are:
Trend scanner to follow intra-day price movements,
Snap-View for in-depth data on scrips,
Bulk and block deals for hassle-free market tracking,
Convenient customizations and shortcuts for ease of use.
i-Track
I-Track helps access derivatives market information. It includes customized insights on open positions, live streaming charts, direct order placement from charts, options Greeks, payoff analyzer, moving averages, and much more. Other features of I-Track are
Advanced and interactive charting tool,
Personalized payoff analyzer for estimation of probable P&L for trades or simulated payoffs,
Technical Analysis to focus more on strategy and execution,
Option Greeks, Put/Call ratios, and Open Interest to make informed decisions in options trading.
Money App
It’s a mobile application for diversifying investment across 7 products. It reduces the investment cost and can aid investments in Mutual funds, ELSS, Sovereign Gold Bonds, Bonds, ETFs, or buying health insurance. The features include:
Choice of investment in 39 AMCs Mutual Fund schemes,
Convenient investment through One-Time and SIP modes,
Ready to invest Mutual Fund baskets,
Easy to buy life coverage and health insurance.
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CHARGES |
DELIVERY |
INTRADAY |
FUTURES |
OPTIONS |
|
Transaction Charges |
0.00325% - NSE |
0.00325% - NSE |
0.0019% - NSE |
0.05% - NSE |
|
Demat Transaction Charges |
Sell side, ₹ 18.5 per scrip |
- |
- |
- |
|
Clearing Charges |
- |
- |
0.0002% - NSE |
0.005% - NSE |
|
GST |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction + Demat Charges |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction + Clearing Charges |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction + Clearing Charges |
|
STT |
0.1% on Turnover | 0.025% on turnover(Sell transactions only) | 0.025% on turnover(Sell transactions only) | 0.05% on Option premium on sell transactions. 0.125% on settlement value where Option contracts are exercised |
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SEBI Charges |
₹ 5 per crore |
₹ 5 per crore |
₹ 5 per crore |
₹ 5 per crore |
|
CHARGES |
FUTURES |
OPTIONS |
|
Transaction Charges |
0.0026% Non Agri |
- |
|
Clearing Charges |
0.00% |
0.00% |
|
GST |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction |
|
STT |
Sell side, 0.01% - Non Agri |
Sell side, 0.05% |
|
SEBI Charges |
₹ 10 per crore |
₹ 10 per crore |
|
CHARGES |
FUTURES |
OPTIONS |
|
Transaction Charges |
0.0009% - NSE |
0.04% - NSE |
|
Clearing Charges |
0.0004% - NSE |
0.025% - NSE |
|
GST |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction |
18% on Brokerage + Transaction |
|
STT |
- |
- |
|
SEBI Charges |
₹ 10 per crore |
₹ 10 per crore |
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Prepaid Plan (Lifetime) |
Cash % |
Margin / Futures % |
Options (Per Lot) |
Currency Futures & Options |
Commodity Futures |
|
₹ 5000 |
0.25 |
0.025 |
₹ 35 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
|
₹ 12500 |
0.22 |
0.022 |
₹ 30 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
|
₹ 25000 |
0.18 |
0.018 |
₹ 25 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
|
₹ 50000 |
0.15 |
0.015 |
₹ 20 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
|
₹ 1,00,000 |
0.12 |
0.012 |
₹ 15 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
|
₹ 1,50,000 |
0.09 |
0.009 |
₹ 10 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
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Prime Plan (Yearly) |
Cash % |
Margin / Futures % |
Options (Per Lot) |
Currency Futures & Options |
Commodity Futures |
eATM Limit |
Special MTF Interest rates/LPC (% per Day) |
|
₹ 299 |
0.27 |
0.027 |
₹ 40 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
2.5 lakhs |
0.04 |
|
₹ 999 |
0.22 |
0.022 |
₹ 35 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
10 lakhs |
0.0035 |
|
₹ 1999 |
0.18 |
0.018 |
₹ 25 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
25 lakhs |
0.031 |
|
₹ 2999 |
0.15 |
0.015 |
₹ 20 |
₹ 20 per order |
₹ 20 per order |
1 Cr |
0.024 |
Company name:
ICICI Securities LimitedContact:
1860-123-1122Email:
helpdesk@icicidirect.comActive Users:
19,53,563Overall Rating
3.9Based on 10 reviews
Review Analytics
Platform 1 votes
Charges 4 votes
Transparency 1 votes
Features 1 votes
Customer Support 1 votes
chester jester
(4)Posted on 12 Apr 2022
Using since 2019. Has a steep learning curve but is good in the long run. Would give 5 stars if minor tech discrepancies are done away. Nevertheless the development team is good, making it more feasible by the day.
kavya kathuria
(5)Posted on 29 Apr 2021
Great
k. ritika
(5)Posted on 23 Apr 2021
Really recommended
nitin parmar
(5)Posted on 01 Jan 2021
5 year
ganesh jayaraman
(4)Posted on 22 Dec 2020
No issues in terms of trading or the quality of their software. Charges are a bit high.
abhijay shukla
(5)Posted on 20 Dec 2020
it is good for full time trader sand safe for investor
someswar kumar
(3)Posted on 20 Dec 2020
I have been using since 2015. Brokerage is very high compares to others. Otherwise service is good.
sujon palit
(1)Posted on 19 Dec 2020
Charges very high
anshul jain
(2)Posted on 19 Dec 2020
For equity the brokerage is very high. Maintaince charges are also very high. For mutual fund they majorly sell regular plan not direct plan and push plans from where they get higher commission i feel have invested in couple of the mand they didnt even gave 5%return in 3 years. They have a very good customer handling team and provided assistance on phone is I feel best. The appand technology is very good.
hrushikesh chavan
(5)Posted on 19 Dec 2020
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