Electronic holding
Eligible securities are recorded electronically, reducing reliance on physical certificates.
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A clearer place to hold your investments.
A Demat account keeps eligible securities in electronic form. Understand what it does, what it can hold and the steps involved before you apply.
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The basics
What is a Demat account?
A Demat, or dematerialised, account holds eligible securities electronically instead of as paper certificates. It is maintained through a depository participant connected to a securities depository.
A Demat account is different from a trading account and a bank account. Depending on the product and transaction, these accounts work together to hold securities, place orders and move funds.
Why it matters
One organised record for your holdings.
Account features, charges and supported products depend on the provider and applicable rules.
Portfolio tracking
Review eligible holdings and transaction records through your provider's account tools.
Investment management
Keep account information and eligible investments organised in one place.
What you can hold
Eligible products in electronic form.
The exact products available depend on the depository participant, issuer and applicable regulations.
Stocks
Eligible listed equity shares held in dematerialised form.
ETFs
Exchange-traded fund units where supported and eligible.
Bonds
Eligible debt securities, subject to product and account availability.
IPO allotments
Shares allotted in an IPO can be credited to the eligible Demat account.
Other products
Other securities or investment products only where electronic holding is supported.
Getting started
How to open an account.
The provider will confirm its current eligibility, documentation and verification requirements.
- Apply
Choose a registered provider and submit the account application.
- Complete KYC
Provide the requested identity, address, bank and other required information.
- Verification
Complete the provider's document checks and any in-person or digital verification.
- Start investing
Once the account is active, review its features and understand each product before investing.
Common questions
Demat account FAQs.
Is a Demat account the same as a trading account?
No. A Demat account holds eligible securities electronically. A trading account is used to place eligible buy and sell orders. Requirements vary by transaction and provider.
What documents may be required?
Providers generally request identity, address, bank and tax identification details. Check the current checklist with the chosen provider before applying.
Does opening an account guarantee investment returns?
No. An account is a way to hold or transact in eligible securities; it does not remove market risk or guarantee a result.