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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities NRI Account Comparison

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

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Our SMC Global Limited comparison with Kotak Securities Ltd highlights the major differences between two brokers. Find the best between SMC Global and Kotak Securities NRI Account.

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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
 
  SMC Global Limited Logo Kotak Securities Ltd 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 Kotak Securities is a full-service broker that offers a range of services to NRIs, from across the globe, including online trading in Equity, Equity Derivatives (F&O), Mutual Funds, Bonds, IPO, and ETF. Kotak securities NRI account (NRI 3-in-1 accoun... Know more about Kotak Securities Ltd
Account Type NRI Account NRI Account
Special Offer

Zerodha (Flat Rs 20 Per Trade)

Special Offer - 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 Kotak Securities Charges

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
NRI Account Opening Fees ₹1000 ₹3750
NRI Account AMC ₹0 ₹0
NRI Demat Account Opening Fees Rs 499 Rs 0 (Free)
NRI Demat Account AMC Rs 300 Rs 600
PIS Account AMC NA ₹1000
RBI approval for PIS (One time) ₹500 + GST ₹500 + GST
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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities NRI Account Brokerage Comparison

Account Type SMC Global NRI Account Kotak Securities NRI Account
Equity Delivery 0.50% 1.00%
Equity Futures 0.05% 1.00%
Equity Options ₹75 per lot 1.00%
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Other Charges

Contract Note Reporting Charges NA ₹0
Other Brokerage Charges Demat AMC: ₹1180, Min Brokerage: ₹20 Average Quarterly Balance: ₹10000
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 Kotak Securities NRI Account Taxes/Fees

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
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 Kotak Securities NRI Account Margin

  SMC Global Margin Kotak Securities 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 Kotak Securities NRI Account Features

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
3-in-1 Account No Yes
Automated Trading No No
Free Research And Tips Yes Yes
Other Features
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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities NRI Account Review

  SMC Global Review Kotak Securities Review
  35 Customer Reviews    Rate SMC Global 197 Customer Reviews    Rate Kotak Securities
Fees 3.6 2.4
Brokerage 3.5 2.3
Trading Platform 3.8 3.2
Customer Service 3.7 2.8
Overall Rating Rated 3.9 stars Rated 2.4 stars
Broker Rating SMC Global is Rated 3.9 / 5 based on 35 customer reviews Kotak Securities is Rated 2.4 / 5 based on 197 customer reviews
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  SMC Global Enquire Kotak Securities 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. Kotak Securities - Pay ZERO Intraday Brokerage + F&O Rs 20 per trade. Open Instant Account Now
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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities NRI Investment Options

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
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 Kotak Securities NRI Customer Service

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
Customer Care Number +91-11-25754371, 91- 9650988009 022 6689 6000, 022 6652 9191
Customer Care Email nridesk@smcindiaonline.com nricustomerservice@kotak.com
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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities Order Type Offered for NRI Account

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

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SMC Global Vs Kotak Securities - NRI Account Advantages and Disadvantages

  SMC Global Kotak Securities
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.
  1. Offers integrated 3-in-1 Trinity account for fast and smooth trading experience.
  2. Part of the reputed Kotak group
  3. Branch offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius.
  4. AMO and GTC order types make it easy for NRIs to place orders at any time.
  5. A dedicated research team for expert advice and recommendations
  6. Offers a range of advanced online trading platforms and tools.
  7. Offers online mutual fund, IPO and NCD investment facility.
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.
  1. The brokerage charges are higher in comparison to discount stock brokers like Zerodha and Prostocks. Kotak brokerage charges for equity delivery us 1% whereas Prostocks charges fixed Rs 100 per order. So, if your trade value is Rs 1 lakh, you pay a brokerage of Rs 1000 with Kotak whereas Prostocks will charge you just Rs 100.
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.

Kotak Securities is a full-service broker. It offers convenient stock trading and investment to NRI's through its 3-in-1 account. In addition, you get advanced trading software, researched advice and dedicated RM assistance. Kotak Sec brokerage charges are on the higher side. Kotak Sec has offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius which makes it easy for NRIs based in these locations to avail services or get grievances redressed locally.

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  • Brokerage-free Direct Mutual Fund.
  • Pay ₹20 per trade for Intraday & F&O.
  • The best trading platform in India.

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Kotak Securities Special Offer

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Open a 3-in-1 account and get:

  • Brokerage-Free Intraday trades (Equity and F&O).
  • Flat Rs. 20 per trade brokerage in F&O

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