Demat Account related FAQs

Can a person keep more than one demat account with same name?

Yes. A person can have multiple demat accounts. An investor can open as many demat accounts as he like. Investors can open multiple accounts under the same name and with different DPs. Investors must adhere to KYC requirements, including proof of identity and proof of address as required by SEBI. They also need to provide a PAN number. At the time of opening a demat account, the investor must show their original PAN card.


What are the charges for a Demat account?


In my Demat account what are the value added facilities?


To prevent the misuse of securities in the Demat account, what precautions one must take?


With Identical names, can I open multiple accounts with one DP?


Can we open a depository account with four holder's name?


In a demat account opening form, what is the given standing instruction ?


Can someone be allowed to operate my demat account on my behalf with the powe of attorney?


Define clearing account. How is it different from beneficiary amount?


How much Demat accounts can I add to my trading account?


How many Demat account is needed?


In Demat account is there any Nominee facility?


For how long I can hold shares of a company? Is there any change for holding shares for long time?


How can someone safeguard their Demat account with power of attorney to broker?


Are there different categories of Power of Attorney?


Is there any validity of Power of Attorney for Demat account?


Are there any additional charges related to the Demat Power of Attorney?


Is there any time bound Power of Attorney allowed by the broker?


Is it necessary to print Power of Attorney to the stamp paper?


Can Power of Attorney be signed online?


Can Power of Attorney be misused by a broker?