Zerodha₹20 per order on options · delivery ₹0
- Options brokerage
- ₹20 per order
- Account opening
- ₹0
- Demat AMC
- Free in year 1; then ₹0–₹300 + GST a year depending on holdings (BSDA)
Broker comparison
Zerodha vs.
Alice Blue
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on Thu, 5 Nov, 2026
See comparisonZerodha
Alice BlueVS
Summary
Your goal decides
Both charge ₹20 per options order, and statutory charges such as STT are the same at both, so the choice comes down to delivery charges, AMC, platform and tools. Zerodha: The discount broker most active traders started with; Kite platform and free Varsity lessons. Alice Blue: Discount broker with flat ₹20 pricing and a separate options platform, 1LYOptions.
ZerodhaThe discount broker most active traders started with; Kite platform and free Varsity lessons.
Alice BlueDiscount broker with flat ₹20 pricing and a separate options platform, 1LYOptions.
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Zerodha | Alice Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Kite Web, Kite App, Console | ANT app and web, 1LYOptions, TradingView |
| Product types | Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities, Currency, Mutual Funds, Bonds | Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities |
| Options trading | Yes: NSE and BSE index and stock options | Yes: NSE and BSE index and stock options |
| Fee model | ₹20 per order on options · delivery ₹0 | ₹20 per executed order on options · delivery ₹20 or 2.5%, whichever is lower |
| Account opening | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Demat AMC | Free in year 1; then ₹0–₹300 + GST a year depending on holdings (BSDA) | ₹0 while the account stays on the current plan |
| Regulation | SEBI INZ000031633 | SEBI INZ000156038 |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Zerodha
Kite Web, Kite App, Console
Alice Blue
ANT app and web, 1LYOptions, TradingView
Product types
Zerodha
Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities, Currency, Mutual Funds, Bonds
Alice Blue
Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities
Options trading
Zerodha
Yes: NSE and BSE index and stock options
Alice Blue
Yes: NSE and BSE index and stock options
Fee model
Zerodha
₹20 per order on options · delivery ₹0
Alice Blue
₹20 per executed order on options · delivery ₹20 or 2.5%, whichever is lower
Account opening
Zerodha
₹0
Alice Blue
₹0
Demat AMC
Zerodha
Free in year 1; then ₹0–₹300 + GST a year depending on holdings (BSDA)
Alice Blue
₹0 while the account stays on the current plan
Regulation
Zerodha
SEBI INZ000031633
Alice Blue
SEBI INZ000156038
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
ZerodhaAlice Blue₹20 per executed order on options · delivery ₹20 or 2.5%, whichever is lower
- Options brokerage
- ₹20 per executed order
- Account opening
- ₹0
- Demat AMC
- ₹0 while the account stays on the current plan
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Real costs
What 20 options trades a month cost
Zerodha
- Brokerage per order
- ₹20
- All charges, 20 round trips
- ₹1,252
- Per year
- ₹15,027
Alice Blue
- Brokerage per order
- ₹20
- All charges, 20 round trips
- ₹1,252
- Per year
- ₹15,027
Illustrative: one Nifty lot (65) bought and sold at ₹100, 20 times a month, including STT, exchange charges, SEBI fee, stamp duty and GST. Use your own numbers.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
ZerodhaCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationAlice BlueCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
ZerodhaIndian StocksF&OCommoditiesCurrencyMutual FundsBonds
Alice BlueIndian StocksF&OCommodities
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
ZerodhaKite Web · Kite App · Console
Option chain on Kite, opened from an instrument, a contract search or the charts section. Basket orders, including a basket mode on the option chain that adds several strikes to one basket for spreads and straddles. GTT (Good Till Triggered) orders are available for F&O contracts and stay active for up to a year. Margin calculator under Zerodha's utilities, and Sensibull integration for strategy building and position analysis. Kite Connect API: a free Personal tier for orders, GTT and portfolio, and a Connect tier at ₹500 a month that adds live WebSocket data and historical candles.
Explore platformAlice BlueANT app and web, 1LYOptions, TradingView
Discount broker with flat ₹20 pricing and a separate options platform, 1LYOptions.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
ZerodhaThe discount broker most active traders started with; Kite platform and free Varsity lessons.
- Fast, stable Kite platform
- Free delivery trades
- Large free learning library (Varsity)
- Some analytics tools are third-party add-ons
- AMC after the first year for larger holdings
Alice BlueDiscount broker with flat ₹20 pricing and a separate options platform, 1LYOptions.
- No AMC on the current plan
- Options platform with payoff charts
- Delivery trades are not free
- Bracket orders cost ₹4 + GST each
Your questions
Frequently asked questions
Is Zerodha or Alice Blue cheaper for options trading?
Both charge ₹20 per options order. STT and other statutory charges are the same at every broker; differences are in delivery charges, AMC and tools.
Are Zerodha and Alice Blue regulated?
Both are SEBI-registered stock brokers and members of NSE and BSE.
Can I have accounts with both Zerodha and Alice Blue?
Yes. You can hold demat and trading accounts with more than one broker; each charges its own AMC.
Does the broker change STT or exchange charges?
No. STT (0.15% of premium on the sell side), exchange charges, the SEBI fee and stamp duty are the same at every broker. Only brokerage and account charges differ.
Your next step
Your next step
ZerodhaThe discount broker most active traders started with; Kite platform and free Varsity lessons.
Open accountRead reviewAlice BlueDiscount broker with flat ₹20 pricing and a separate options platform, 1LYOptions.
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