What is Zerodha
Overview
Zerodha is a leading online discount brokerage firm in India offering trading in equities, derivatives, commodities, and mutual funds via platforms such as Kite and Coin.
It focuses on low-cost brokerage, a digital account opening flow, and retail trading tools for Indian investors and traders.
Key services
Core services include trading accounts, Demat accounts, margin and pledge facilities, and paid analytics products such as Tickertape Pro.
Zerodha’s customer-facing policies are documented on its support pages for account modification, closure, and account-opening refunds.
How to cancel Zerodha
Deactivation (temporary)
- Request the Kill Switch by submitting a filled deactivation form (printed + courier or electronically signed).
- Raise a support ticket with the completed form; Zerodha processes deactivation within 72 working hours after receipt.
- Refer to Zerodha’s deactivation instructions: Deactivate account (Zerodha Support).
Permanent account closure
- Complete and sign the account closure form (including additional joint/minor/commodity forms if applicable).
- Submit the signed form via courier to the Customer Support Centre address or use eSign if available.
- Zerodha processes closure requests and closes accounts within 2 working days after receiving a valid form and once all dues/holdings are resolved.
- Official closure instructions: How do I close my Zerodha account?.
What happens when you cancel
Access and services
On deactivation, trading access is suspended temporarily; you cannot place new orders until reactivation.
On permanent closure, trading and Demat services are terminated once the closure is processed and holdings are transferred or settled.
Data, billing and timelines
When an account is permanently closed, AMC charges stop from the account closure date specified by Zerodha.
Keep copies of ticket IDs and submission receipts, as Zerodha requires the signed form and clearance of dues to finalize closure.
Will I get a refund?
Account opening fee policy
Zerodha’s account opening fee for resident individual accounts is generally non-refundable under normal circumstances.
As of 29 June 2024, online account opening for resident individuals is free for Equity + F&O accounts (see official policy).
Exceptions and timelines
A refund may be requested if Zerodha fails to open the account within 10 working days after receiving all required documents.
Multiple or duplicate payments can be refunded on raising a support ticket with proof; approved refunds are typically credited within 7 working days.
For details, see: Account opening refund policy (Zerodha Support).
Zerodha plans and pricing
Pricing overview
Below are common Zerodha charges. All brokerage figures are per executed order and exclusive of statutory charges (STT/CTT, transaction charges, SEBI charges, stamp duty, GST, etc.).
Refer to Zerodha’s official pages for a full breakdown of statutory fees and exact levy methods.
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
| Equity Delivery Brokerage | ₹0 | Per executed order | Free equity delivery trades (no brokerage) |
| Equity Intraday Brokerage | ₹20 or 0.03%, whichever is lower | Per executed order | Intraday equity trades |
| Futures (Equity/Currency/Commodity) Brokerage | ₹20 or 0.03%, whichever is lower | Per executed order | Futures trades across segments |
| Options Brokerage (all segments) | ₹20 | Per executed order | Flat fee per executed option order |
| Account Opening (online) | ₹0 (Equity + F&O) or ₹200 (Equity + F&O + Demat) | One-time | Online account opening charges |
| Demat AMC (Annual Maintenance Charge) | ₹300/year (charged quarterly ₹75 + GST) | Annual | Demat account maintenance |
| Call & Trade / Auto Square-off | ₹50 per order | Per executed order | Phone-based trading & auto square-off |
| DP Charges (sell-side) | ₹13 - 15 + GST per scrip | Per sell transaction | Depository participant fee on selling |
| Pledge / Unpledge | ₹30 + GST per ISIN | Per request | Margin Trading Facility collateral charges |
| Tickertape Pro | ₹249/month or ₹2,399/year | Monthly / Annual | Advanced analytics platform subscription |
Your consumer rights in India
No statutory 14-day cooling-off for accounts
There is no automatic 14-day statutory right of withdrawal applicable to account opening or brokerage services like Zerodha.
Consumer protection rights for digital goods do not automatically grant a cancellation window for financial account services.
When refunds are available
- Refund of account opening fees is available only if Zerodha fails to open the account within 10 working days after receiving all required documents and the user requests a refund.
- Keep documentary evidence (tickets, timestamps, payment receipts) to support refund claims.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
Users praise Zerodha’s Kite interface for simplicity and many report satisfactory service and quick resolution for specific fund or Coin-related issues.
Appstore reviews include a number of high-rated comments noting ease of use and functionality.
Reference example: Kite reviews (Indus Appstore).
Negative feedback
Common complaints include platform glitches during high volatility, slow customer support responses, and difficulties with NRI onboarding.
Review aggregates show a mix of strong negative feedback on some platforms; users frequently cite trade losses during outages and delays in account processes.
See aggregated comments on platform reliability: Zerodha (Wikipedia) and reviews on Trustpilot.
Documentation checklist
For deactivation request
- Completed deactivation (Kill Switch) form - signed or eSigned as instructed.
- Support ticket reference and any courier tracking number, if applicable.
For permanent closure and refunds
- Signed account closure form (include joint/minor/commodity forms if relevant).
- Proof of KYC completion, PAN, Aadhaar as required, and proof of payment(s) if claiming refunds.
- Cleared dues and proof of transfer/sale of holdings or Demat delivery instruction if needed.
Common mistakes
Submitting incomplete forms
Users often send unsigned or partially filled closure/deactivation forms which delays processing.
Always verify signatures, joint-holder signatures (if required), and that all fields are completed before sending.
Not clearing holdings or dues
Attempting closure without transferring shares or clearing margin/dues causes rejection or delay of the closure request.
Check for pending obligations such as unsettled trades, pledged securities, or AMC dues before submitting the closure form.
Comparative recap
Quick comparison
| Feature | Deactivate (Temporary) | Close (Permanent) | Refund Eligibility |
| Purpose | Suspend trading access temporarily | Terminate account and services | Refunds tied to account opening delays or duplicate payments |
| Process | Submit Kill Switch form via support ticket | Submit signed closure form via courier or eSign | Raise support ticket with proof within specified timelines |
| Timeline | Processed within 72 working hours | Closed within 2 working days after valid submission | Refunds (if approved) credited within ~7 working days |
After cancelling
What to check
Confirm account status via support ticket closure and keep confirmation emails or screenshots for records.
Verify AMC charges have stopped from the account closure date and that no further dues remain.
Useful links
Address
Customer Support Centre
Zerodha Customer Support Centre, 192A 4th Floor, Kalyani Vista, 3rd Main Road, JP Nagar 4th Phase, Bengaluru, 560076, India.
Notes
Always retain copies of submitted forms, courier receipts, ticket IDs, and payment proofs until the process is fully completed and confirmed by Zerodha.