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How to Open your Demat Account
In 5 Minutes*What is a Demat Account?
A Demat account with 5paisa lets you hold and manage your investments like stocks, mutual funds, ETFs, and IPOs in a secure digital format, all in one place. It makes buying, selling, and tracking your investments simple, paperless, and seamless directly through the 5paisa platform.
One Demat Account. Complete Market Access
Equity (Stocks)
Buy & Sell Shares with Real-Time Execution
Invest in listed companies or actively trade with intraday strategies - all with fast order execution and live market data.
Benefits:
- Real-time stock prices & market depth
- Intraday & delivery trading in one place
- Easy order placement with smart order types
- Track gains, losses, and portfolio performance
Futures & Options (F&O)
Trade Derivatives with Advanced Tools
Access the derivatives market with tools designed for precision and strategy execution.
Benefits:
- Option chain with Greeks for better decision-making
- FnO 360 platform for strategy building
- Margin Trading Facility (MTF) for capital efficiency
- Quick order execution for time-sensitive trades
Mutual Funds
Invest in Direct Mutual Funds at 0% Commission
Build long-term wealth with direct plans and automated SIPs without paying extra commissions.
Benefits:
- 0% commission on direct mutual funds
- Start SIPs with flexible investment amounts
- Explore funds across equity, debt, hybrid and tax-saver categories
- Track performance and manage all investments in one dashboard
IPO Investment
Apply for IPOs Seamlessly
Participate in new market opportunities with a simple and fully digital IPO application process.
Benefits:
- Apply for IPOs in just a few clicks
- Track subscription status and allotment updates
- Access both Mainboard & SME IPOs
- No need for multiple platforms
ETFs & Commodities
Diversify Beyond Stocks
Expand your portfolio by investing in ETFs and trading commodities - all within the same account.
Benefits:
- Invest in index-based ETFs for diversification
- Trade commodities like gold and silver via MCX
- Real-time pricing and execution
- Exposure to multiple asset classes from one platform
From active trading to long-term investing, your 5paisa demat account gives you access to every major segment of the financial markets - all in one seamless platform.
Why Traders & Investors Choose 5paisa?
Built for Every Type of Investor
For Traders:
- Flat ₹20 Brokerage
- Advanced Charts & Tools
- Options Chain & FnO 360
- Smart Order Types
- Margin Trading Facility
For Investors:
- 0% Commission on Direct Mutual Funds
- SIP & Goal-Based Investing
- Stock & Mutual Fund Baskets
- IPO Access + Tracking
- Portfolio Insights
Enjoy 0 Brokerage Advantage
Simple Pricing. No Surprises.
- Zero brokerage for the first month*
- ₹20 Flat Per Trade
- 0 Account Opening Charges
- 0 AMC (First Year)
- 0% Commission on Direct MFs
- No Hidden Charges
How to Open Your Demat Account with 5paisa?
Enter Your Mobile Number
Start by entering your mobile number on the 5paisa website or app. Verify it instantly using the OTP sent to your phone.
Complete Online KYC
Fill in the online application form and complete your KYC by providing details such as your email, PAN, Aadhaar, and bank information - all in a fully paperless process.
Upload Required Documents
Upload the necessary documents and select the segments you want to activate, such as equity, mutual funds, or F&O trading.
Start Investing
Once your application is submitted, your account will be processed shortly. After activation, you can start investing and trading seamlessly on 5paisa.
Documents Needed to Open Demat Account
To open a demat account, you’ll need to keep the following documents ready for a smooth and paperless process:
- PAN Card: Mandatory for identity verification and linking your financial transactions
- Aadhaar Card: Required for quick eKYC verification (should be linked to your mobile number)
- Bank Account Details: Account number, IFSC code, and a cancelled cheque or bank proof for fund transfers
- Income Proof (for F&O trading) – Required only if you want to activate derivatives trading, such as:
- Salary slip
- Bank statement
- ITR acknowledgment
- Form 16
Start Your Investment Journey Today
Open demat account with 5paisa and access the markets instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, 5paisa offers a free demat account with zero account opening charges.
A demat account is used to store your investments, while a trading account is used to buy and sell securities in the market.
Yes, a demat account is required to apply for and receive shares from IPOs directly in your account.
You can close a demat account online by submitting closure requests, clearing holdings, settling dues, and verifying identity through your broker’s platform or support process.
To transfer shares from one demat account to another, use DIS slip or online facility, enter target DP ID, client ID, and confirm transfer securely.
You can know your demat account number by checking broker app, welcome email, holding statement, or by identifying DP ID and client ID combination unique.
With 5paisa you can open different types of demat accounts as per your requirements – from HUF demat accounts to corporate demat accounts and LLP accounts and several more. 5paisa offers all the different types of non-individual demat accounts which you can avail depending on your requirements.
Collateral amount in a demat account is the value of pledged securities used as margin to trade derivatives or intraday positions without adding fresh funds.
DP ID in a demat account identifies the depository participant, combined with client ID to form a unique account number for holding and transacting securities.
To buy shares through a demat account, place order via trading platform, select stock, quantity, price confirm order, and shares get credited after settlement cycle.
Link Aadhaar number with demat account by logging into broker portal, accessing KYC section, entering Aadhaar details, verifying OTP, and completing eKYC update successfully online.
To transfer money from demat account to bank account, withdraw funds via trading account, choose bank, enter amount, and confirm request for processing within timelines.
Eligibility criteria to open demat account include being an Indian resident or NRI, having PAN card, KYC documents, and a linked bank account for transactions.
You can use a demat account to hold securities electronically, buy or sell shares, monitor portfolio, pledge holdings, and receive benefits like dividends and bonuses.
Check your demat account status by logging into broker app, reviewing section, tracking KYC progress, or contacting support to confirm activation, suspension, or closure updates.
A demat account holding statement shows of securities held, quantity, ISIN, valuation, and transaction summary, helping investors track portfolio performance and verify ownership records accurately.
You do not need a demat account for mutual funds, as they can be held in statement form, but demat mode offers consolidated tracking convenience.
An NSDL demat account is a account maintained with National Securities Depository Limited, enabling electronic holding, transfer, and settlement of shares through registered depository participants.
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