Kotak Securities Vs Angel One NRI Account Comparison

1x margin means Full SPAN + Exposure margins defined by the exchange across Equity and Derivatives (Equity F&O, currency and commodity) segments. This means the broker does not offer any additional leverage.

1. Offers integrated 3-in-1 Trinity account for fast and smooth trading experience.
2. Part of the reputed Kotak group
3. Branch offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius.
4. AMO and GTC order types make it easy for NRIs to place orders at any time.
5. A dedicated research team for expert advice and recommendations
6. Offers a range of advanced online trading platforms and tools.
7. Offers online mutual fund, IPO and NCD investment facility.

1. The flat-fee stock broker offers trading at a low brokerage charge.
2. Offers access to good trading software and tools.
3. Offer solid research advisory services.

1. The brokerage charges are higher in comparison to discount stock brokers like Zerodha and Prostocks. Kotak brokerage charges for equity delivery us 1% whereas Prostocks charges fixed Rs 100 per order. So, if your trade value is Rs 1 lakh, you pay a brokerage of Rs 1000 with Kotak whereas Prostocks will charge you just Rs 100.

1. Doesn't offer 3-in-1 accounts. Only offer 2-in-1 account combining trading and demat accounts. So, NRIs to first transfer funds from their PIS account to Angel One trading account before trading.
2. Doesn't offer Mutual Funds to NRI customers.

Kotak Securities is a full-service broker. It offers convenient stock trading and investment to NRI's through its 3-in-1 account. In addition, you get advanced trading software, researched advice and dedicated RM assistance. Kotak Sec brokerage charges are on the higher side. Kotak Sec has offices in New York, London, Dubai, Singapore, and Mauritius which makes it easy for NRIs based in these locations to avail services or get grievances redressed locally.

Angel One comes across as a decent choice for NRIs looking to trade in Indian stock markets. The company offers best-in-the-industry research services and trading recommendations to NRIs. It doesn't offer mutual fund investment services to NRIs. However, it charges a low flat-fee brokerage which makes it an attractive stock broker for NRIs.