Guides
A growing collection of how-to guides and reference notes.
- Zerodha Gold ETF
Zerodha Gold ETF (GOLDCASE) gives passive gold-price exposure. TER, physical gold backing, and how to buy on Kite.
- Zerodha ELSS Tax Saver Nifty LargeMidcap 250 Index Fund
Zerodha ELSS scheme: a passive Section 80C tax saver tracking Nifty LargeMidcap 250 with 3-year lock-in.
- Zerodha eDIS T-PIN OTP
How the Zerodha eDIS flow uses CDSL T-PIN plus an OTP to authorise CDSL-held share sales. Explains the dual-factor authentication and how it differs from the block mechanism.
- Zerodha DIS slip
The Zerodha DIS (Delivery Instruction Slip) is the physical / electronic instrument used to transfer or sell CDSL-held shares. Explains its purpose, when it's used, and its replacement by eDIS and DDPI.
- Zerodha Daily Brief (Markets) podcast
The Zerodha Daily Brief (Markets) podcast provides a short market summary of the Indian trading day. Explains the format, release schedule, and where to listen.
- Zerodha customer care number
Zerodha customer care contact channels including the official support portal, ticket system, phone numbers, and operating hours. Always verify against the latest Zerodha support page.
- Zerodha currency segment timings
Trading hours for the NSE / BSE currency derivatives segment (CDS) via Zerodha. Session runs 09:00 to 17:00 IST, longer than equity. Covers session phases, expiry timings, and settlement.
- Zerodha AMC philosophy: passive-only
Zerodha Fund House's mandate is passive-only: index funds, ETFs, and FoFs. The reasoning behind avoiding actively-managed schemes.
- Zerodha 60-day no-brokerage challenge
The Zerodha 60-day no-brokerage challenge: a promotional offering where new clients pay zero brokerage on equity delivery (CNC) trades for the first 60 days. Explains terms, what it covers, and limitations.
- Zerodha 12-character user ID format
Zerodha client IDs are 6 alphanumeric characters; the demat account number is longer (16 digits). Explains the format conventions and where each identifier is used.
- Wint Wealth fixed-income product types
Product range on Wint Wealth: covered bonds, senior secured bonds, structured ABS, and corporate bonds for retail investors.
- Wint Wealth covered bonds explained
Covered bonds on Wint Wealth: structure, collateral pool, dual recourse, ratings, and risks for retail investors.
- Will Zerodha help code strategies
Does Zerodha provide custom strategy coding for algo traders? No; Zerodha provides the Kite Connect API and SDKs; you (or your developer) build the strategy.
- Why Zerodha does not offer US stocks
An explanation of why Zerodha has chosen not to offer direct US stock trading. Covers the regulatory, operational, and strategic reasons behind the decision.
- What is Wint Wealth
Wint Wealth is a fixed-income investment platform offering covered bonds, asset-backed securities, and high-yield debt to retail investors.
- What is stock suspension, process and impact
Stock suspension is when an exchange halts trading in a scrip. Explains the triggers, the SEBI process, and the impact on holders.
- What is Quicko
Quicko is a tax filing and tax planning platform for Indian investors and traders. Specialises in ITR filing for F&O, equity, and crypto.
- Vishal Jain (Zerodha AMC CEO)
Vishal Jain leads Zerodha Fund House as CEO. Career background, passive-investing thesis, and strategy at Zerodha AMC.
- VAR + ELM intraday margin on Zerodha
VAR + ELM is the margin framework for equity intraday (cash segment) on Zerodha. VAR (Value at Risk) is the volatility-based component; ELM is the tail buffer. Together they define intraday leverage.
- Validity of CDSL T-PIN
How long a CDSL T-PIN remains valid, the conditions under which it expires, and when you should regenerate. Covers the operational lifecycle of T-PIN for Zerodha demat holders.
- Use option premium received as margin
When you sell an option, the premium received is credited and can count toward margin for additional positions. Explains the framework and how to use premium credit efficiently.
- Use Kite API data on other platforms
Can you use Kite Connect API data on third-party platforms (Excel, Google Sheets, MetaTrader)? Yes via integration code; explains how.
- US stocks on Zerodha (status)
Zerodha does not directly offer US stocks as of 2026. Explains the current state, what alternative routes Indian investors have, and the reasons behind Zerodha's stance.
- Upper / lower circuit on Zerodha trading
When a stock hits upper or lower circuit on Zerodha, trading effectively pauses at that price. Explains the mechanics and exit options.
- Upfront margin requirements (post-2020)
SEBI's upfront margin requirements, in force since September 2020, mandate that brokers collect the full required margin from the client before order placement. Explains the framework, the difference from intraday margin, and the implications.
- Trade-to-Trade segment rules
The Trade-to-Trade (T2T) segment requires every trade to result in delivery. Explains the T2T rules, the scrips covered, and how it differs from normal rolling settlement.
- TPIN preauthorisation on Zerodha
TPIN preauthorisation lets Zerodha clients pre-authorise sells without re-entering TPIN every time. Explains the framework, its replacement by DDPI, and current operational practice.
- Tijori vs Tickertape
Compare Tijori Finance (sector-deep) with Tickertape (stock-level breadth). Both Rainmatter-backed but serve different use cases.
- Tijori sector-deep research
Tijori Finance specialises in sector / industry-deep equity research. Coverage, methodology, and how it differs from broader research tools.
- Tickertape vs Trendlyne vs Screener.in
Compare the three major Indian stock research platforms: Tickertape, Trendlyne, and Screener.in. Strengths, weaknesses, and which to pick.