it is very simple. you need to open your demat (dematerialised) account with some share broker near you. it would be better to find one near you. share trading is all computerised. you can opt for a day trading as well as long term investment. both can be done through your demat account. . in case you want to trade yourself at your home in india you can open your demat account with ICICI bank or HDFC bank. you can also do it from the website of bombay stock exchange that is www.bseindia.com.