Demat Account related FAQs

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

1. Keep the DIS book safe. Make sure to leave out any spaces when you write instructions on the DI slip.
3. If you use the internet to access your Demat account, make sure to change your password often.
4. Understand the implications and contents of Power of Attorney (POA), before you give power of attorney to anyone for your Demat account.


Is it necessary to have an demat account to apply in an IPO?


How securities can be transferred from one account to another?


Can I apply in an IPO if I don't have a Demat account?


On Demat account how much interest is given?


What maintenance charges are there for a demat account? Is there any processing fees or hidden charges on transactions I make on a demat account?


If I don't hold any share in my demat account, do I need to pay any annual maintenance charge


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


Can a minor open a demat account?


Diffrenciate between Demat account number and Trading account number?


What are NSDL & CDSL?


Is a minor eligible to open a trading account?


Define Depository.


Define Depository Participants.


What does Dematerialisation process mean?


What are the benefits of holding shares in a demat account? Is it mandatory for all investors to open a Demat account in order to trade on the stock market?


How many demat account can a trader open?


In Demat account is there any nomination facility?


For any update in my personal details do I need to contact all companies?


What do I need to do with transaction statement, If I don't do trade on a regular basis?


How can I get help if I have any issue with my NSDL Demat account?