Upstox
Budget-conscious traders who want Pro-style charts and quick onboarding. Popular discount broker with Upstox Pro for charts and a focus on fast account opening. Used widely for equity, F&O and IPO applications.
Score 8.3/10 · Fees verified 12 Sep 2026 · Partner / referral link available
Account opening
₹0 online account opening
AMC
₹0 Year 1 (onboarded from 14 Feb 2025); then non-BSDA ₹300 + GST or BSDA slabs
Equity delivery
Lower of ₹20 or 0.1% per executed order (confirm live tariff)
Intraday / F&O
Lower of ₹20 or 0.05% per executed order (confirm live tariff) · ₹20 per executed order (confirm live tariff)
Overview
Popular discount broker with Upstox Pro for charts and a focus on fast account opening. Used widely for equity, F&O and IPO applications.
Best for: Budget-conscious traders who want Pro-style charts and quick onboarding
Why EnrichReturns highlights it: Fast KYC, Upstox Pro charting and competitive flat fees.
Type: discount · Depository: CDSL
Score breakdown
Pricing
8.4
Platform
8.6
Products
8.5
Suitability
8.2
Research
7.0
Support
7.5
Convenience
9.0
Transparency
7.8
Key charges
- Opening: ₹0 online account opening
- AMC: ₹0 Year 1 (onboarded from 14 Feb 2025); then non-BSDA ₹300 + GST or BSDA slabs
- Delivery: Lower of ₹20 or 0.1% per executed order (confirm live tariff)
- Intraday: Lower of ₹20 or 0.05% per executed order (confirm live tariff)
- F&O: ₹20 per executed order (confirm live tariff)
- DP: Plan-dependent — see Upstox tariff
Status: VERIFIED · 12 Sep 2026. Source: https://upstox.com/brokerage-charges/. Statutory charges extra.
Highlights
- Upstox Pro charting suite
- Fast digital KYC for many applicants
- API access for developers
Platforms & segments
Platforms: Upstox Pro, Upstox app
Segments: Equity, Intraday, F&O, Commodity, Currency, Mutual funds, IPO, Bonds
DP charges: Plan-dependent — see Upstox tariff
Pros
- Competitive flat fees
- Good charting
- Quick signup
Cons
- Delivery may not be free depending on plan
- Confirm AMC after offers expire
How to open (typical 3 steps)
- Open the broker link and continue in their app or web signup.
- Complete KYC (PAN, Aadhaar/eSign, bank proof, selfie as required).
- Activate segments you need and start investing.
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About Upstox demat account
Broker demat account page with indicative charges, platforms, pros/cons and an open-account link.
How it works
Review AMC and brokerage, then complete KYC on the broker’s official site.
Practical tips
Prefer partner links only when you intend to use that referral; otherwise use the official website button.
Important to know
Fees change — confirm on the broker tariff sheet. Not investment advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Upstox demat account opening free?
- ₹0 online account opening. Always confirm the current offer and KYC requirements on the broker website before you apply.
- What are Upstox brokerage charges?
- Charges — equity delivery: Lower of ₹20 or 0.1% per executed order (confirm live tariff); intraday: Lower of ₹20 or 0.05% per executed order (confirm live tariff); F&O: ₹20 per executed order (confirm live tariff). AMC: ₹0 Year 1 (onboarded from 14 Feb 2025); then non-BSDA ₹300 + GST or BSDA slabs. DP: Plan-dependent — see Upstox tariff. Status VERIFIED as of 12 Sep 2026. Source: https://upstox.com/brokerage-charges/.
- What is the EnrichReturns score for Upstox?
- 8.3/10 using our published weights (pricing, platform, products, suitability, research, support, convenience, transparency). Editorial estimate only — not a SEBI rating.
- How do I open a Upstox account from EnrichReturns?
- Use the Open account / Visit website button on this page. You complete KYC on Upstox’s site. EnrichReturns does not process applications.
- Are fees guaranteed?
- No. Charges, AMC waivers and promos change. Treat figures as educational comparisons only.