About 5paisa
5paisa.com is a leading online stockbroker offering discount brokerage services to retail investors in India. 5paisa Capital Ltd is a publicly traded and professionally managed company promoted by IIFL founders. As of August 2025, 5paisa has over 3.85 lakh active traders, according to data from NSE.
5paisa offers online trading in equity on BSE and NSE and commodity trading under MCX. It is a flat... ![]()
About Paytm Money
Established in 2017, Paytm Money is a prominent Indian wealth management platform that leverages technology to streamline investment processes. It facilitates investments across a broad spectrum of assets, including equities, F&O, mutual funds, SIPs, IPOs, NPS, and debt instruments, offering a user-friendly experience.
Paytm Money operates as a SEBI-registered stockbroker and Investment Adviso... ![]()
Incorporated in 1996, 5paisa is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at NSE, BSE. It has 1 branches across India. Incorporated in 2017, Paytm Money is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at NSE and BSE. It has 1 branches across India.
| 5paisa | Paytm Money | |
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| Type of Broker | Discount Broker | Discount Broker |
| Exchnage Membership | NSE, BSE | NSE and BSE |
| Year of Incorporation | 1996 | 2017 |
| Number of Branches | 1 | 1 |
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5paisa trading account opening charges is Rs 0 (Free) while Paytm Money account opening changes is Rs 0 (Free). 5paisa Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 300 (₹75 charged quarterly) and Paytm Money Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 0 (Free) Lifetime Free.
| 5paisa | Paytm Money | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Account Opening Charges | Rs 0 (Free) | Rs 0 (Free) |
| Trading Account AMC Charges | Rs 0 (Free) | Rs 0 (Free) (Annual Platform Fees) |
| Demat Account Opening Charges | Rs 0 (Free) | Rs 0 (Free) |
| Demat Account AMC Charges | Rs 300 (₹75 charged quarterly) | Rs 0 (Free) Lifetime Free |
5paisa brokerage charges for equity is Rs 20 per executed order and intraday is Rs 20 per executed order whereas Paytm Money brokerage charges for equity is Rs 20 per executed order or 2.5% whichever is low and intraday is Rs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is low.
| Account Type | 5paisa Regular Account Plan | Paytm Money Standard Plan |
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| Fixed Charges | NA | NA |
| Equity Delivery | Rs 20 per executed order | Rs 20 per executed order or 2.5% whichever is low |
| Equity Intraday | Rs 20 per executed order | Rs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is low |
| Equity Futures | Rs 20 per executed order | Rs 20 per executed order or 0.01% whichever is low |
| Equity Options | Rs 20 per executed order | Rs 20 per executed order |
| Currency Futures | Rs 20 per executed order | |
| Currency Options | Rs 20 per executed order | |
| Commodity Futures | Rs 20 per executed order | |
| Commodity Options | Rs 20 per executed order | |
| Special Offer | Special Offer: FREE Account Opening (Rs 650 waived) + Brokerage-free Mutual Funds + Trade at flat Rs 20 per order. Open Instant Account with 5paisa and start trading today. | 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. |
| Minimum Brokerage | Rs 20 per trade | Rs 20 |
| Other Charges | Rs 50 + GST system auto square off; Physical Statements - Rs 300 per request + Rs 300 per Courier | |
| Call & Trade Charges | Additional ₹20 per order + GST | Rs 100 |
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5paisa margin for intraday trading is up to 20% of the trade value (5x leverage) based on the stock whereas the Paytm Money margin for intraday cash is also up to 20% of the trade value (5x leverage) based on the stock.
| 5paisa | Paytm Money | |
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| Equity Delivery | 100% of trade value (1x leverage) | 100% of trade value (1x leverage) |
| Equity Intraday | Up to 20% of trade value (5x leverage) | Up to 20% of trade value (5x leverage) |
| F&O (Eq, Curr, Comm) | 100% of NRML margin (Span + Exposure) (1x leverage) | 100% of NRML margin (Span + Exposure) (1x leverage) |
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The trading platforms offered 5paisa include 5paisa Trade Station (Web, Mobile App and EXE). Paytm Money offers Paytm Money mobile app, Paytm Money website trading software.
| 5paisa | Paytm Money | |
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| 3 in 1 Account | ![]() | ![]() |
| Automated Trading | ![]() | ![]() |
| Margin Trading Funding | ![]() | ![]() |
| Margin Against Shares (Equity Cash) | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Trading Platform | 5paisa Trade Station (Web, Mobile App and EXE) | Paytm Money mobile app, Paytm Money website |
| Intraday Square-off Time | Optimum Plan: 3:10 PM, Platinum Plan: 3:20 PM | 3:15 PM |
| Trading In SME Shares Allowed? | ![]() | ![]() |
| Referral Program | ![]() | ![]() |
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5paisa is rated of 5 based on 97 customer reviews whereas Paytm Money is rated of 5 based on 53 customer reviews.
| 5paisa | Paytm Money | |
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| Contact Broker | FREE Account Opening (Rs 650 waived) + Brokerage-free Mutual Funds + Trade at flat Rs 20 per order. Open Instant Account with 5paisa 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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| Bracket Order | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Buy Today Sell Tomorrow (BTST) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Sell Today Buy Tomorrow (STBT) | ![]() | ![]() |
| After Market Order (AMO) | ![]() | ![]() |
| Good Till Cancelled (GTC) | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Reviews | Paytm Money Limited, commonly known as Paytm Money, is a Bengaluru-based online discount broker incorporated in 2017 offering trading and investment services for an entire range of financial products like Equity, Derivatives, Direct Mutual Funds, Digital gold, NPS retirement funds, and IPO. The company also provides investment advisory services by way of offering investment packs for mutual fund investments. The company claims to be a leader and pioneer in low-cost trading. Paytm Money follows a flat fee model. The maximum brokerage charged by the broker is Rs 15 per trade. Paytm Money offers free Equity Delivery trading. Paytm Money is a member of NSE and BSE and has a depository membership with CDSL. Paytm Money charges Rs 200 towards account opening and zero annual maintenance charges for the Demat account. The company offers an online trading platform - Paytm Money on Android, iOS, and website. | |
| Promo / Offers | 5paisa Special Offer5paisa.com Limited Time Offer - Free Account Opening (Rs 650 waived)Open 5Paisa Trading Account and get Free Trading, Demat and Mutual Fund Account + FREE 1st year Demat AMC + Trade at flat Rs 20 per order. Open Online Account Now! and start trading today. | Zerodha (India's Best & No. 1 Broker)Special Offer - Free Equity Delivery and Mutual Funds
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