What are SEBI Charges on Turnover?

SEBI stands for the Securities & Exchange Board of India. SEBI is the market regulator & is entrusted with ensuring that the Interests of the Investors are safeguarded. More details on the powers & functions entrusted with SEBI can be found on our SEBI Page.

What are SEBI Charges?

Beginning 1 January 2007, a SEBI circular on turnover fees introduced the “SEBI Regulatory Fee” commonly called SEBI Charges on all registered Stock Exchanges of India based on their respective Turnover. This charge is levied by SEBI to meet expenses it incurs while carrying out its duties.

How are these charges collected?

In order to collect SEBI charges, the Broker collects them first from the client. The amount is clearly shown in the Contract Note sent to the client by the Broker. Later, the Broker remits the same to the relevant exchange, viz NSE or BSE.  The Exchange in turn deposits the funds with SEBI.

What is the current rate of SEBI Charges?

Currently, SEBI Charges are levied at Rs.20 per Crore 0.0002% on the value of the Transaction. Unlike STT, the rates of which which vary for Intra Day Trades & positional trades, SEBI charges remain constant. The SEBI Turnover fees on the NSE and the SEBI turnover fees on the BSE are the same.

Where can I calculate SEBI Charges?

On the SAMCO Brokerage Calculator, you can calculate all Brokerage & Regulatory charges such as STT, Exchange Turnover Fees etc. for any transaction.