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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account Comparison

The side-by-side comparison of SMC Global and Geojit NRI Account. Compare SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account brokerage charges, exposure margin, demat account and AMC. Read Geojit and SMC Global NRI Account reviews.

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Our SMC Global Limited comparison with Geojit BNP Paribas highlights the major differences between two brokers. Find the best between SMC Global and Geojit NRI Account.

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SMC Global Vs Geojit

  SMC Global Geojit
 
  SMC Global Limited Logo Geojit BNP Paribas Logo
About the Broker SMC Global is a diversified financial service provider offering a wide range of financial products and services to resident and non-resident Indians (NRI) investors. NRIs can invest in Equity, Debt, Derivatives and Real Estate Funds with SMC. NRIs ca... Know more about SMC Global Limited Geojit BNP Paribas is a leading full-time stockbroker with a strong presence in Southern India and the Middle East. The company offers NRI services to non-resident Indian investors residing in Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the U.A.E only. ... Know more about Geojit BNP Paribas
Account Type NRI Account
Special Offer

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SMC Global Vs Geojit Charges

  SMC Global Geojit
NRI Account Opening Fees ₹1000
NRI Account AMC ₹0
NRI Demat Account Opening Fees Rs 499 Rs 0 (Free)
NRI Demat Account AMC Rs 300 Rs 400 per year
PIS Account AMC NA
RBI approval for PIS (One time) ₹500 + GST ₹500 + GST

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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account Brokerage Comparison

Account Type SMC Global NRI Account Geojit
Equity Delivery 0.50%
Equity Futures 0.05%
Equity Options ₹75 per lot

Other Charges

Contract Note Reporting Charges NA
Other Brokerage Charges Demat AMC: ₹1180, Min Brokerage: ₹20
TDS Charges on Long Term Gain (Holding > 365 Days) 11.96% 11.96%
TDS Charges on Short Term Gain (Holding <= 365 Days) 17.94% 17.94%
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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account Taxes/Fees

  SMC Global Geojit
Securities Transaction Tax (STT)
  • Equity Intraday: 0.025% (on Sell trade)
  • Equity Delivery: 0.1% (on Buy and Sell)
  • Equity Futures: 0.01% (on Sell trade)
  • Equity Options: 0.05% (on Sell trade premium) or 0.125% (on excersied options)
  • Equity Intraday: 0.025% (on Sell trade)
  • Equity Delivery: 0.1% (on Buy and Sell)
  • Equity Futures: 0.01% (on Sell trade)
  • Equity Options: 0.05% (on Sell trade premium) or 0.125% (on excersied options)
Exchange Transaction Charges Check Exchange Transaction Fee
SEBI Charges 0.00005% (₹5/Crore) 0.00005% (₹5/Crore)
Goods and Services Tax (GST) 18% on (brokerage + transaction charges) 18% on (brokerage + transaction charges)
Stamp Duty 0.01% on delivery based turnover and 0.002% on non-delivery based turnover. 0.01% on delivery based turnover and 0.002% on non-delivery based turnover.

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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account Margin

  SMC Global Margin Geojit Margin
Equity Delivery 1x 1x
Equity Futures 1x 1x
Equity Options 1x 1x

1x margin means Full SPAN + Exposure margins defined by the exchange across Equity and Derivatives (Equity F&O, currency and commodity) segments. This means the broker does not offer any additional leverage.


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SMC Global and Geojit NRI Account Features

  SMC Global Geojit
3-in-1 Account No No
Automated Trading No No
Free Research And Tips Yes Yes
Other Features

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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Account Review

  SMC Global Review Geojit Review
  35 Customer Reviews    Rate SMC Global 110 Customer Reviews    Rate Geojit
Fees 3.6 3.5
Brokerage 3.5 3.2
Trading Platform 3.8 3.9
Customer Service 3.7 3.7
Overall Rating Rated 3.9 stars Rated 3.6 stars
Broker Rating SMC Global is Rated 3.9 / 5 based on 35 customer reviews Geojit is Rated 3.6 / 5 based on 110 customer reviews

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Contact Broker / Request A Call Back

  SMC Global Enquire Geojit Enquire
Contact Broker Invest brokerage-free Equity Delivery and Direct Mutual Funds (truly no brokerage). Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today. Invest brokerage-free Equity Delivery and Direct Mutual Funds (truly no brokerage). Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today.
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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Investment Options

  SMC Global Geojit
Stocks Yes Yes
Initial Public Offers (IPO) Yes Yes
Mutual Funds Yes Yes
Other Investment Options Debt Funds, Bonds, ETF, Insurance

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SMC Global Vs Geojit NRI Customer Service

  SMC Global Geojit
Customer Care Number +91-11-25754371, 91- 9650988009 +91 0484 3911777
Customer Care Email nridesk@smcindiaonline.com customercare@geojit.com

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SMC Global Vs Geojit Order Type Offered for NRI Account

  SMC Global Geojit
Bracket Order Yes
Cover Order Yes
After Market Order(AMO) Yes
Good Till Cancelled (GTC) No

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SMC Global Vs Geojit - NRI Account Advantages and Disadvantages

  SMC Global Geojit
Pros
  • NRIs doesn't require separate Custodial Account to trade in Equity Derivatives as SMC is a registered clearing member who can get CP code for and clear the trades. This offers a huge saving for NRIs.
  • Provides research and recommendation tips based on technical analysis.
  • NRIs can trade and invest through mobile, software and web browser
  • Dedicated relationship manager to assist the NRIs in account opening to investing process.
  • SMC is a full-service broker offering a wide range of products and services.
  • 30+ years of experience in the capital market in India.
  • Strong physical presence in Gulf countries through tie-ups with other prominent financial services providers in these countries.
  • Dedicated research team offers investment and research tips to NRIs.
  • Equity Derivatives NRI traders do not require separate Custodial account as Geojit is a clearing member and clear the trade by themselves.
Cons
  • Offers NRI trading services only to NRIs who have bank accounts with Yes, Axis, HDFC, Indusind, or Federal Bank account holders.
  • It offers 2-in-1 account means NRIs have to open an NRI bank account and PIS with other banks. It also means that they have to transfer funds in their PIS account before trading.
  • Good Till Date/Time (GTD) and Good Till Cancelled (GTC) orders are not available.
  • NRI Account is available only to residents of UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait or Oman.
  • Doesn't offer services to the US, UK, Australia or Canada based NRIs.
  • Doesn't offer a 3-in-1 account. An NRI has to open a bank account with another company.
  • High brokerage charges when compared with discount brokers like Zerodha, Prostocks, etc.
Conclusion

SMC comes across as a good choice for NRI investors who are looking for a company that offers a wide range of financial products under one roof and investment recommendations. The broker offers a good online trading platform. It also provides wealth management services to NRIs. It has a corporate office in Dubai which makes it easy for NRIs residing in the city to avail various services through branch visits. The brokerage charges of SMC Global are high in comparison to discount stock brokers.

Geojit is a highly recommended broker for NRIs residing in Middle East countries. It has 480+ offices and a dedicated Call Centre to offer quality services to NRIs. The company also offers strong research services to help NRIs make informed trading decisions. Other investment options including Mutual Funds, PMS and IPO make them preferred broker for many NRIs in the Gulf.

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