Stock Returns Calculator: Calculate Profit, Charges & Net Return

Your ₹10,000 Profit Isn’t Really ₹10,000

When you sell a stock at a profit, multiple charges eat into your returns: brokerage, Securities Transaction Tax (STT), GST on brokerage, SEBI turnover charges, stamp duty, and capital gains tax. On an active trader’s account, these charges can reduce gross profits by 15–35%.

Charges Breakdown on a Typical Delivery Trade

ChargeRateOn ₹1L Buy + ₹1.1L Sell
Brokerage0.03–0.5% (varies)₹20–₹40 (discount broker)
STT0.1% on sell side (delivery)₹110
Exchange charges0.00345%₹7.25
GST (on brokerage + exchange)18%₹4–₹8
SEBI charges₹10/croreNegligible
Stamp duty0.015% on buy₹15
Total charges~₹160–200

On ₹10,000 gross profit, charges take about ₹200 (–2%). But add capital gains tax: if held under 12 months, STCG at 20% = ₹1,960. Net profit drops to ~₹7,840. Use the stock returns calculator to compute exact net returns after all charges.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or tax advice. Tax laws and rates may change. Consult a qualified chartered accountant or financial advisor for decisions specific to your situation.

Last updated: Apr 2026