Motilal Oswal Vs IDBI Capital NRI Account Comparison

• Motilal Oswal Review
• FAQs
• Brokerage
• Demat Acct
• Mobile App
• Account Opening
• Branches
• IPO
• NRI Account Review

• IDBI Capital Review
• FAQs
• Brokerage
• Demat Acct
• Mobile App
• Account Opening
• Branches
• IPO
• NRI Account Review

• 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)

1. Full-service broker with a range of trading & investment services.
2. A strong research team that provides investment advice and trade recommendations.
3. Presence across 2,200 locations in over 500 cities in India.

• Offers 3-in-1 accounts which makes the trading experience fast and smooth.
• Provides research and recommendation tips.
• Offers instant online account opening facility.
• Works as a custodial to settle equity derivatives trades for NRIs.
• Offers in-house mutual funds under different segments.
• After Market Order (AMO) facility.
• Equity SIP is available.

1. MOSFL doesn't offer 3-in-1 account services. So, NRIs have to first transfer money from PIS account to trading account before placing an order.
2. It doesn't have offices in any foreign locations.
3. Brokerage is higher in comparison with discount stock brokers like Zerodha and Prostocks.

• Brokerage charges are comparatively higher than discount brokers.
• Online trading is not available to USA and Canada based NRIs.
• Offers comparatively lower interest rates on NRI savings bank account.

Motilal Oswal is a popular name in the financial services industry in India. The company offers a range of online trading and investment services to NRIs. NRIs get free access to the trading platform and dedicated research team that provides market insights through published reports on the economy, market trends, and sectors. Higher brokerage makes it expensive for investors/traders who don't need advisory services.

IDBI is a full-service broker offering a range of investment options to NRIs. IDBI NRI 3-in-1 Account makes stock market investment simple and hassle-free. NRIs also get RM assistance and investment advice from experts. It has a network across 40+ countries to offer NRI services. The broker also works as a custodian for trade clearance and settlement which reduces the extra cost for NRIs. IDBI is recommended for NRIs who are a casual investor and prefer convenience over the trading costs.