How to Add a Name to Your HDFC Bank Account?

Name addition in a Bank Account is a simple yet vital step that allows shared access without interruptions. HDFC Bank offers both online and offline options for name addition in Bank Account. This ensures compliance with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Know Your Customer (KYC) guidelines and allows smooth transactions.

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How to Convert a Minor Account to a Major Account?

Via Website

Process to be followed by the Guardian

  • Guardian enters their own Registered Mobile Number + DOB/PAN/Customer ID and authenticates via OTP.

  • Confirm guardian identity using eKYC/Debit Card/NetBanking, select language, give consent, and proceed.

  • Submit details based on chosen option (e.g., Aadhaar/VID for eKYC) and confirm with OTP.

  • Select the Minor Turned Major’s Account, enter communication details, and choose Mode of Operation.

  • Select the Account Variant and mode of operation, and confirm.

  • Review and update Nominee Details if required.

  • Preview and confirm all details.

  • A link is sent to the Minor turned Major via SMS/Email to complete the process.

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Process to be followed by the Minor

  • Open the link from SMS/Email and click ‘Let’s Begin’.

  • Confirm availability of guardian-selected documents and verify with OTP.

  • Review and confirm details provided by your guardian.

  • Complete verification using Aadhaar eKYC (enter Aadhaar/VID, submit OTP).

  • Confirm address, FATCA, birthplace, and marital status details.

  • Verify via Email OTP.

  • Select Debit Card, enable Insta Alerts and e-statements.

  • Preview details, give consent, and start Video KYC (vKYC).

  • Once vKYC is completed, the account will be upgraded to a Major Account.

No need for collateral

Via Branch Visit

  • You can upgrade a Minor Account to a Major Account by downloading or collecting the Minor to Major Conversion Form, filling it with the required details, providing updated KYC documents and submitting it at the branch.
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Key Considerations

  • Via Online Application/Process: You can convert the account any time by clicking here. 

    Via Bank Branch: If you are unable to do it online, you need to visit your branch and ensure that the account is converted within 30 days of the minor turning 18.

  • The account number remains the same after conversion—only the status changes from Minor to Major.

  • An SMS and Email will be sent to the Minor turned Major with a link to complete the conversion process.

  • A valid PAN card (with photo and signature) is mandatory for conversion of minor to major digitally.

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Prerequisites for Minor to Major Account Conversion

Resident Individual/ AUS/ BO:

  • If you are a Resident Individual, you can convert your Minor Account into Regular Account digitally via Aadhar EKYC and Video KYC by visiting the Insta Services page (Servies tab on the website).
  • CTA: Update Online | Download Form

Non-Resident Indian:

  • If you are a non-resident customer, you can download the account opening form with the declaration document and submit it with self-attested copies of your KYC documents certified by relevant authorities via your registered email ID or by visiting the branch with your KYC documents for submission.
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Documents Required to Convert a Minor Account to a Major Account

For Minors

  • Minor’s Identity Proof
  • Minor’s Address Proof
  • Click here to view the list of acceptable OVD.

For Guardians

  • Guardian’s Identity Proof
  • Guardian’s Address Proof

Additional Documents

  • Specimen signature of the now-major account holder
  • Updated KYC form (minor-turned-major)

Frequently Asked Questions

You can easily do so through InstaServices. However, a branch visit may be needed if PAN is not updated for minor turned major.

The existing ATM card will continue to work unless you choose to upgrade it.

You get independent account operation, higher transaction limits and access to full banking services.

A guardian is mandatory for opening a Minor Account.

OVD/KYC proof are required.

There is no fee for upgrading a Minor Account to a Major Account.

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