Demat Account related FAQs

How do I receive dividends to the bank and not a cheque? Is it possible to apply online?

You can receive dividends directly from your bank account by linking your demat account with your bank account .

You will need to contact your Demat service provider or DP in order to link the two accounts. Please contact your stockbroker if you have a demat account.

These are the steps you need to take to link your bank account and demat account.

  1. Contact your demat account provider (your broker or bank).
  2. You will be sent a PDF or an email request.
  3. Please provide information about your bank account and demat account.
  4. You must provide a canceled check from your bank account.
  5. These documents should be sent to your demat provider.

Once the information has been received, the information is automatically updated in the system within 2 days. Once your bank account has been linked to your demat account you will begin receiving dividends in your account.


Can I get a loan at my Demat holdings?


What are the charges for a Demat account?


In my Demat account what are the value added facilities?


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


With Identical names, can I open multiple accounts with one DP?


Can we open a depository account with four holder's name?


In a demat account opening form, what is the given standing instruction ?


Can someone be allowed to operate my demat account on my behalf with the powe of attorney?


Define clearing account. How is it different from beneficiary amount?


How much Demat accounts can I add to my trading account?


How many Demat account is needed?


In Demat account is there any Nominee facility?


For how long I can hold shares of a company? Is there any change for holding shares for long time?


How can someone safeguard their Demat account with power of attorney to broker?


Are there different categories of Power of Attorney?


Is there any validity of Power of Attorney for Demat account?


Are there any additional charges related to the Demat Power of Attorney?


Is there any time bound Power of Attorney allowed by the broker?


Is it necessary to print Power of Attorney to the stamp paper?


Can Power of Attorney be signed online?