HOW TO BUY STOCKS ON ICICIDIRECT.COM- 3-IN-1 TRADING PLATFORM-BOTH WEBSITE AND TRADER RACER DESKTOP.

HOW TO BUY STOCKS ON ICICIDIRECT.COM- 3-IN-1 TRADING PLATFORM-BOTH WEBSITE AND TRADER RACER DESKTOP.

ICICIdirect.com is a popular 3-in-1 trading platform that integrates your bank account, trading account, and demat account for seamless stock trading. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to buy stocks using both the website and the Trader Racer Desktop platform.

Step-by-Step Guide to Buy Stocks on ICICIdirect.com (Website):

Step 1: Log in to Your ICICIdirect Account

• Visit
• Enter your User ID, Password, and Date of Birth or PAN Number to log in.

Step 2: Fund Your Trading Account

• Go to “Allocation” under the Equity/Derivatives tab.
• Transfer funds from your linked ICICI Bank account to your trading account.

Step 3: Navigate to Equity Trading

• Click on the “Equity” section from the main menu.
• Choose “Place Order” under Equity.

Step 4: Select Buy Option

• Choose the exchange: NSE (National Stock Exchange) or BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange).
• Enter the stock name or symbol.
• Select BUY as the action.

Step 5: Enter Order Details

• Enter the quantity you want to buy.
• Choose Order Type:
  • Market Order: Executes at the current market price.
  • Limit Order: Executes at a specified price.
• Choose Product Type:
  • CNC (Cash and Carry) for delivery.
  • MIS (Margin Intraday Square-off) for intraday trading.
• Review the order and click Submit.

How to Buy Stocks on Trader Racer Desktop (Advanced Platform):

Step 1: Download and Install Trader Racer

• Download Trader Racer from the ICICIdirect website.
• Install the software and log in using your credentials.

Step 2: Fund Transfer

• Go to the Funds Transfer option in the Trader Racer platform.
• Transfer funds from your ICICI Bank account to the trading account.

Step 3: Navigate to Market Watch

• Create a Market Watchlist to track stocks.
• Search for the stock you want to buy using its symbol.

Step 4: Place a Buy Order

• Right-click on the stock name and select “BUY”.
• Fill in the order details:
  • Exchange: NSE/BSE.
  • Order Type: Market/Limit.
  • Quantity: Number of shares.
  • Validity: Day/IOC (Immediate or Cancel).
• Confirm and submit the order.

Tips for Successful Trading on ICICIdirect:

1. Research Thoroughly: Use the Research & Analysis section for stock analysis.
2. Set Alerts: Use price alerts to track stocks.
3. Monitor Investments: Regularly review your portfolio under the Portfolio section.
4. Secure Transactions: Ensure secure login and logout practices.

Would you like help with any specific feature or more guidance on advanced trading strategies?

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to buy stocks on ICICIdirect.com using both the website (browser-based) and Trader Racer desktop platform on the 3-in-1 trading account.

What is ICICIdirect 3-in-1 Account?

ICICIdirect offers a 3-in-1 account which combines:

1. Bank account (ICICI Bank)

2. Trading account

3. Demat account

This allows seamless fund transfer, stock buying/selling, and holding in demat—all without manual intervention.

PART 1: BUY STOCKS ON ICICIdirect.com (Website/Desktop Browser)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Login to ICICIdirect Website

• Go to:

• Click on Login > Trade & Invest.

• Enter your User ID, Password, and PAN/Date of Birth.

2. Go to “Equity” or “Stock” Section

• After login, go to “Equity” tab on top.

• Choose “Place Order” > “Cash Buy” (for delivery trades).

3. Search and Select the Stock

• Enter the Stock Name or Symbol (e.g., TCS, INFY).

• Select the correct Exchange (NSE or BSE).

• Click on the stock to open the order form.

4. Fill Order Details

• Action: Select Buy

• Quantity: Number of shares

• Price Type: Market / Limit

• Order Type: Delivery / Intraday / Margin

• Validity: Day or IOC (Immediate or Cancel)

5. Check Funds and Place Order

• Ensure you have sufficient balance.

• Click “Place Order”

• Confirm the order on the next screen.

You will see an order confirmation message with Order ID.

To Check Order Status:

• Go to “Order Book” or “Trade Book” to see status (Executed / Pending).

PART 2: BUY STOCKS ON ICICIdirect Trader Racer (Desktop Terminal)

Note: Trader Racer is a high-speed desktop application (installable software) for advanced trading.

Setup & Login

• Download and install Trader Racer from ICICIdirect.

• Login with same credentials.

To Buy Stocks:

1. Right-click on the stock from your Watchlist

2. Choose “Buy”

3. In the Buy Window:

   • Select Exchange (NSE/BSE)

   • Enter Quantity

   • Choose Order Type (Market/Limit)

   • Choose Product (Cash / Margin / Intraday)

4. Click Submit Order

Order gets executed instantly if it’s a market order and market is open.

Extra Features in Trader Racer:

• Real-time market depth

• Technical charts

• Shortcuts for fast orders (F1 = Buy, F2 = Sell)

• Option chain and strategy builder

Important Tips:

• Market hours: 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM (Mon–Fri)

• Fund Transfer: Make sure to transfer money from bank to trading account if needed.

• Always check stock volatility and order type before placing.

BONUS: Use ICICIdirect App (Mobile)

If you’re on the move, you can also buy using the ICICIdirect mobile app – similar steps as website.

Would you like a video guide, PDF cheat sheet, or help with selling stocks as well?