Types of Demat Account

Types of Demat Account

Get 360-degree investment solutions, all under one roof. HDFC Bank offers various Demat Accounts, ideal for beginners, traders and long-term investors too.

InvestRight Open your Demat and Trading Account online with Preferential pricing, from the comfort of your home or office.

InvestRight

HDFC SKY Enhance your trading efficiency with lower brokerage charges and get research recommendations for your investments.

HDFC SKY

Standalone Demat Account Easily open your standalone Demat Account with HDFC Bank in no time with a completely paperless, fully digital process.

Standalone Demat Account

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How to Open a Demat Account online?

  • Mobile Number and Email ID Verification
  • Digi-Locker Authentication
  • Selection of Trading Preferences and Brokerage Plan
  • Add Nominee
  • Live Selfie Verification
  • eSign the Application
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Who Can open a Demat Account Online?

Resident Indian, 18 years & above having HDFC Bank Savings/Salary Account

Minors & Joint account holders can open a demat account by visiting the branch

Documentation

Proof of Identity (POI):  PAN
Proof of Address (POA): Any one 
Aadhaar Card, 
Valid Voter ID Card or Passport or Driving License,
Utility Bills (Electricity, Water, Gas) for latest 3 months, 
Bank Statements or Passbook, 
NREGA Job Card, 
National Population Register letter containing demographic details

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For Non Resident Demat account, Click Here

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Fee & Charges: 

We offer Discounted brokerage plans with HDFC SKY, Click here to know more

We offer Preferential Pricing with InvestRight, Click here to know more

For Standard Demat tariff, click here to know more

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Features of Demat Account

  • Secure Holding: It safely holds shares, bonds, mutual funds, and other securities, eliminating the risk of theft or damage that comes with physical certificates. 

  • Easy Transfer: You can electronically transfer shares, allowing faster and more efficient trades. 

  • Nomination: A Demat account allows you to nominate someone who will inherit your securities in unforeseen circumstances. 

  • Consolidation: It helps consolidate all your investments in one place, making it easier to manage your portfolio. 

  • No Stamp Duty: Since securities are in digital form, there’s no need to pay stamp duty on transfers. 

  • Loan Collateral: Securities in your Demat account can be pledged as collateral for loans. 

  • Online Convenience: The entire Demat account opening process is conducted online, eliminating the need for any physical paperwork.  

  • Investment Monitoring: Monitor your investments and access account statements at any time through NetBanking or the mobile application.  

  • Diverse Investment Options: Your Demat Account can hold an array of securities, such as stocks, mutual funds, bonds, ETFs and non-convertible debentures. 

*Open your Demat account with just a few clicks through HDFC SKY or InvestRight

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Frequently Asked Questions

HDFC Bank offers four different types of accounts. These are:

HDFC SKY

Invest Right

Standalone Demat Account

HDFC Bank offers several types of Demat Accounts, each with its own benefits. The best one depends on your specific needs. For example, the SmartInvest 3-in-1 Account combines Savings, Demat, and Trading accounts, perfect for those without an HDFC Bank account. However, the choice ultimately depends on your specific trading needs and preferences.

Individuals investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or other securities need a Demat account to store and manage their investments securely and efficiently.  

A Demat account provides a secure electronic method for storing securities, reducing the risks associated with theft or loss. It streamlines the process of transferring shares, lowers transaction expenses, and grants easy access to investments. Furthermore, it facilitates rapid receipt of corporate benefits such as dividends and interest and allows for obtaining loans against the securities. 

Demat accounts can be classified into three main types: the Regular Demat Account intended for Indian residents; the Repatriable Demat Account, which allows NRIs to transfer funds abroad; and the Non-Repatriable Demat Account, which does not offer repatriation benefits for NRIs. Additionally, there is the Basic Services Demat Account (BSDA), aimed at small investors and featuring lower maintenance fees. 

A Demat account does not have a minimum balance requirement. As it stores securities such as stocks and bonds electronically, keeping a cash balance is unnecessary. 

You can transfer shares but not a Demat account. 

Yes, Demat accounts offer a nomination facility. This allows account holders to select a nominee who will inherit the holdings (shares/bonds) in the event of their death. You can ea​​​​​​​sily set this up online or by completing a physical form.  

HDFC SKY  is an all-in-one investment and discount service broker platform offered by HDFC Securities. It allows users to invest in various financial instruments such as mutual funds, stocks, ETFs, MTFs, IPOs, derivatives, currencies, and commodities. 

HDFC SKY, a discount broker services which provide research reports. Also, it offers several benefits, including zero brokerage for first 30 days, access to multiple asset classes, a user-friendly interface, research reports, comprehensive investment resources, and portfolio management tools. 

Through HDFC SKY, you can invest in mutual funds, stocks, ETFs, MTFs, IPOs, futures and options, currencies, and commodities.

HDFC Bank InvestRight is a full-service broker platform that provides resources and tools to help investors make informed decisions. It offers personalised watchlists, market insights, and alerts to track investment opportunities.

To create a watchlist on InvestRight, navigate through the platform’s menu to the watchlist section. You can create up to five watchlists, each accommodating up to 50 stocks. Customise your watchlists by adding stocks, setting alerts, and applying filters to track specific market movements.

To open a Demat account as joint holder, you must visit the HDFC Bank branch. 

Demat and trading account charges vary depending on the account type. For accurate information, please contact our support team at https://hdfcsky.onelink.me/9Pjp/zjfg6yq5 or call 022-6246 5555.