HDFC Securities Review 2026
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About HDFC Securities
HDFC Securities is a leading full-service stockbroker and a subsidiary of HDFC Bank. Established in 2000, it offers trading and investment services across equities, derivatives, currencies, commodities, mutual funds, IPOs, ETFs, bonds and fixed-income products. Investors can access the platform through its web portal, mobile app and desktop trading software. HDFC Securities also provides in-depth research reports, investment recommendations, Margin Trading Facility (MTF) and a seamless 3-in-1 banking, trading and demat account experience for HDFC Bank customers.
| Broker type | Full-Service Broker |
|---|---|
| SEBI Registration | INZ000186937 |
| NSE Member code | 06586 |
| Net worth | ₹3,300+ Crore |
| Year of incorporation | 2000 |
| Exchange membership | NSE · BSE · MCX |
| Account opening charge | ₹999 + GST |
| Demat AMC | ₹750 per year* |
HDFC Securities brokerage charges
| Segment | Brokerage |
|---|---|
| Equity Delivery | 0.10% |
| Equity Intraday | 0.03% |
| Equity Futures | ₹20 per executed order or 0.03% (whichever is lower) |
| Equity Options | ₹20 per executed order |
| Currency F&O | ₹20 per executed order |
| Commodity F&O | ₹20 per executed order |
HDFC Securities trading platforms
HDFC SKY Web + Mobile
Modern trading and investment platform for equities, F&O, IPOs, mutual funds and more.
HDFC Securities Mobile App Mobile
Android and iOS application with real-time trading, charts and portfolio tracking.
ProTerminal Desktop
Advanced desktop trading software for active traders with professional charting tools.
InvestRight Web
Browser-based investment and portfolio management platform.
HDFC Securities pros & cons
Pros
- Integrated 3-in-1 account with HDFC Bank.
- Comprehensive research reports and expert recommendations.
- Advanced web, mobile and desktop trading platforms.
- Investment in Stocks, F&O, IPOs, Mutual Funds, ETFs and Bonds.
- Margin Trading Facility (MTF) available.
- Strong brand reputation with nationwide presence.
- Dedicated relationship manager for eligible customers.
Cons
- Brokerage charges are higher than discount brokers.
- Annual Maintenance Charges apply for demat accounts.
- Call & Trade service is chargeable.
- Some advanced trading tools are available only to eligible customers.
- Margin benefits depend on the applicable product and segment.
HDFC Securities margin & leverage
| Segment | Margin | Leverage |
|---|---|---|
| Equity Delivery | 100% of trade value | 1x |
| Equity Intraday | As per SEBI peak margin norms | Up to 5x |
| F&O (Eq/Curr/Comm) | SPAN + Exposure Margin | 1x |
HDFC Securities ratings & reviews
How to open a HDFC Securities account
Sign up on HDFC Securities using your mobile number and email ID.
Complete KYC using PAN, Aadhaar and bank account details.
Upload the required documents online.
Complete Aadhaar-based eSign verification.
Your trading and demat account will be activated after successful verification.
HDFC Securities complaints (exchange data)
Complaints filed against HDFC Securities at the exchanges, and the ratio per active client — a proxy for service quality.
| Exchange | FY | Clients | Complaints | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSE | 2025-26 | 15,39,103 | 2,690 | 0.175% |
| NSE | 2024-25 | 15,08,834 | 3,503 | 0.232% |
| NSE | 2023-24 | 14,12,618 | 1,984 | 0.140% |
| NSE | 2022-23 | 12,74,795 | 412 | 0.032% |
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