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STT, GST, brokerage — the true cost
Every rupee you pay to trade one lot of Nifty. Break it down. Then decide.
11 min read Foundation School of Market Updated Feb 2026
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What this chapter will cover
- §1The plain-language definition of stt, gst, brokerage — the true cost — with a real Indian example.
- §2Why this matters for your P&L (and why most retail traders skip it).
- §3A step-by-step walkthrough on Nifty, BankNifty or a liquid Indian stock.
- §4Common pitfalls, red flags and rules of thumb.
- §5A one-page cheat sheet you can print or bookmark.
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“STT, GST, brokerage — the true cost isn't a chapter you skim — it's the difference between trading with a compass and trading with a coin. Skip it, and every other chapter costs you more than it should.”