Motilal Oswal FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

• Which type of stockbroker Motilal Oswal is?

  Motilal Oswal is a Full Service Broker.

• In which stock or commodity exchanges in India I can trade through Motilal Oswal?

  Motilal Oswal offers to trade at BSE, NSE, MCX.

• How much Motilal Oswal charge for trading account opening?

  Motilal Oswal charges ₹0 to open a trading account.

• What are Motilal Oswal annual maintenance charges (AMC) for a trading account?

  ₹0

• How much Motilal Oswal charge for Demat Account opening?

  ₹0

• How much is Motilal Oswal Demat Account Maintenance Charges (AMC)?

  Free (₹400 2nd year onward)

• Is Demat account mandatory with a trading account at Motilal Oswal?

  Yes. Demat Account is mandatory when opening a trading account with Motilal Oswal.

• What are the Motilal Oswal brokerage charges for equity delivery trading?

  0.50%

• How much does Motilal Oswal charge for equity intraday trading (day trading of shares)?

  0.05% (both side)

• What are the Motilal Oswal equity futures brokerage charges?

  0.05% (both side)

• How much Motilal Oswal charges for equity options trading?

  ₹100 per lot (both side)

• What are Motilal Oswal commodity future brokerage charges?

  0.05% (both side)

• What are Motilal Oswal currency derivatives (future) brokerage charges?

  ₹20 per lot (both side)

• Motilal Oswal currency derivatives (options) brokerage charges?

  ₹20 per lot (both side)

• How much is the minimum brokerage charged by Motilal Oswal?

  ₹25 for Delivery and ₹12 for Intraday

• What are Motilal Oswal transaction charges for equity delivery trading?

  NSE: 0.00335% | BSE: 0.01%

• What are transaction charges for equity intraday trading (stock day trading)?

  NSE: 0.00325% | BSE: 0.002%

• What are the equity futures exchange transaction charges at Motilal Oswal?

  0.002%

• Motilal Oswal transaction charges for equity options trading?

  NSE 0.0511% | BSE 0.002% (on premium)

• Motilal Oswal transaction charges for futures (currency derivatives trading)?

  0.00125%

• Motilal Oswal transaction charges for options (currency derivatives trading)?

  0.042% (on premium)

• How much is the transaction charge for commodity trading at Motilal Oswal?

  MCX: 0.0025%

• Does Motilal Oswal offer equity (share) trading?

  Yes. You can trade in the equity segment with Motilal Oswal.

• Can I apply for an IPO through Motilal Oswal?

  Yes. You can apply in IPO if you have a trading account with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer to invest in Mutual Funds?

  Yes. You can buy/sell Mutual Fund if you have a trading account with Motilal Oswal.

• Can I buy or trade Bonds and NCD with Motilal Oswal?

  Yes. You can trade in bonds and NCD with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer commodity trading?

  Yes. You can trade in the commodities at MCX with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer currency derivative trading?

  Yes. You can trade in currency derivative segment with Motilal Oswal.

• Are there any other investment options available with Motilal Oswal?

  PMS, Fixed Deposits, Insurance, Derivatives

• Does Motilal Oswal offer order type bracket order (BO)?

  Yes. Motilal Oswal offer Bracket Orders (BO).

• Does Motilal Oswal offer cover order?

  Yes. Cover Order (CO) is available with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer Buy Today Sell Tomorrow (BTST) order?

  Yes. BTST orders are available with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer order type sell today buy tomorrow (STBT)?

  Yes. STBT order is available with Motilal Oswal.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer after trading hours order or after-market order (AMO) or off-market orders? Can I place orders after trading hours; the orders which get executed when the market opens next time? Can I place an order when the market is closed?

  No. You cannot place 'After Trading Hours' Order with Motilal Oswal. The After Hour Sessions enable you to place orders even when the market is closed. The timings of the After Hour Order varies by broker to broker. Most brokers allow to place the AMO orders between 3:30 PM to 9:00 AM on trading day and 24 hrs on the non-trading day (weekends or trading holidays).
  
  Note: After hour facility for order placement may not be available in certain segments. Please check with the broker for more detail about this service.

• Can I place Good Till Cancelled (GTC) orders though Motilal Oswal?

  Yes. You can place GTC Orders with Motilal Oswal. With Good Till Cancelled trading orders; order remains in the system until you cancel it or they get executed.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer margin funding for share/commodity trading?

  Yes. Margin funding is available when trading with Motilal Oswal. Please contact Motilal Oswal for more detail as this feature may not be available to all the customers.

• Motilal Oswal uses which trading platform or trading software?

  Orion Lite, MO Trader App

• Does Motilal Oswal offer 24x7 customer service?

  Yes. Motilal Oswal provide 24x7 customer service.

• Does Motilal Oswal provide customer support through Online Chat?

  No. Motilal Oswal doesn't provide customer service through Chat service online.

• Does Motilal Oswal offer customer service through local branch offices or broker franchise?

  Yes. Motilal Oswal offer customer service through local branch offices, local partners and franchises.

• Does Motilal Oswal publish daily market research reports?

  Yes

• Does Motilal Oswal provide trading tips or investment strategies?

  Yes. Motilal Oswal provide free tips for stock and commodity trading to its customers.

1. I already have a demat account with another depository? Do I have to open another demat account with Motilal Oswal?

   In order to use Motilal Oswal's Online Trading Platform, you will be required to have a demat account with them. If you opt for offline trading mode, you can continue using your existing demat account.

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2. How long does it take to open an account with MOSL?

   After you have submitted the relevant documents, Motilal Oswal will send you the Welcome Kit with details of your Client ID and password within 7 working days.

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3. What are the different modes available for trading in MOSL?

   1. Motilal oswal Desktop Trading application (EXE)
   2. Web trading platform
   3. Mobile trading application for Android phones and tab (10' & above), iPhones and BlackBerry phones.

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