Compare the best brokers, banks, crypto exchanges and forex brokers in India for 2026. Only SEBI-regulated platforms reviewed.
India capital markets are regulated by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India). India imposes a Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) tax of 20% on equity gains held under 12 months, and a Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax of 12.5% on gains above Rs 1 lakh per year. India unique UPI (Unified Payments Interface) enables instant free bank-to-bank transfers, and many domestic brokers integrate UPI for funding. Cryptocurrency gains are taxed at a flat 30%.
All platforms listed are regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or hold equivalent passporting rights. We do not list unregulated or offshore-only brokers.