Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any cost indulge in buying or selling ETF?

ETFs can be listed and traded on exchanges. Investors donot pay any brokerage fees, management fees, or tax.


In these schemes how can one invest regularly?Is there Systematic Investment plan available?

Retail investors cannot buy or sell additional units after the NFO. Only those units can be purchased or sold through a recognized stockexchange. Currently, the Systematic Investment Plan (SIP), Systematic Transfer Plan(STP), and Systematic Withdrawal Plan are not available.


Who are eligible for investing in ETFs?

These categories are eligible to invest in ETFs Individuals (Residents/NRI (NRE & NRO both) Corporates Institutions


How to invest in ETFs?

These are the ways you can invest in ETFs: Call your RM/dealer and place the order over the recorded line Login >Place an Order>ETFs


Various types of ETFs for investment?

ETF was generated in 1989 by Index Participation Shares (an S&P 500 Proxy) which traded on the Philadelphia Stock Exchange & American Stock Exchange . In 1990, a similar product was launched on Tokyo Stock Exchange. ETFs have seen rapid …


Describe the history of ETF.

ETF was created in 1989 by Index Participation Shares (an S&P 500 Proxy) that traded on the American Stock Exchange and Philadelphia Stock Exchange. In 1990, a similar product was launched on Tokyo Stock Exchange. ETFs have seen rapid growth …


What are the risks involved in ETF investments?

Here are some of the potential risks that come with investing in ETFs. Market risk: ETFs, like all investments in markets, are subject to market risks. However, diversifying across markets and sectors can help reduce this risk. Bid-Ask Spread A …


State the benefits of investment in ETFs.

Here are the benefits of investing with ETFs. ETFs based on broad market indicators provide diversification for your investments Purchase & Sell at a Real-Time Price Retail Investors: Minimum lot size to trade on secondary market is 1 unit Lower …


What are ETFs?

ETFs are a type or Mutual Fund that tracks an index (NIFTY/SENSEX), a commodity (Gold), or a combination of assets, like an index fund. ETFs are traded on the exchange and trade like stocks, so they experience price fluctuations throughout …


What will be shown by the check order status?

Investors will be able to see the reference number for their order after they have placed the order. This screen will also allow them to view the order status link. The customer can see if his order has been traded …


To whom check order status is available?

This is available to online traders.


For whom market order is applicable?

This is available to online traders.


What will happen if shares are short sold?

If the shares become short-sold and they are not delivered for pay-in to an exchange, the shares can be put up for auction. The shares will then be purchased for the client on the auction market and delivered directly to …


What are the steps to place stop loss order?

You can place a Stop Loss Order while you place a new order or a square off. Basics of the Stop Loss Order: Buy : The trigger price should be higher than the market price. Order price must be higher …


What are the different types of orders that can be placed?

Normal Order: It will automatically adjust for shares you have already bought or those you have sold when you sell shares. Click here to learn more about how the system marks orders automatically. Super Multiple: Super Multiple is for traders …


How much margin do one need to pay Kotak Securities in order to trade?

Start trading with a minimum margin of Rs.20,000-Rs.500,000/- in the Gateway Account For Privilege account Rs. 1,000,000 This minimum margin may be expressed in cash or stocks.


How to open account?

One can easily open account online.


Who is eligible to open a trading account?

Account can be opened by any individual, Hindu undivided Family (HUF), partnership firm, proprietary firm or company.


Who can enjoy this facility?

This facility is enjoyed by online traders.


As required by the exchanges, will the exposure and initial margin be charged same?

Exchange allows members/brokers to collect margin above and beyond the minimum Initial & Exposure margins they have set. Based on Kotak Securities' internal risk policy, the margin requirement may be higher than the minimum.