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How to Open a Demat Account Online in 2026
Step-by-step process to open a Demat account for free with Zerodha, Groww, or Upstox in under 10 minutes.
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IPOfins Team
Finance Research & Data • June 2026
How to Open a Demat Account Online (2026)
A Demat account is mandatory for stocks, direct mutual funds, and IPO applications. Free to open, takes 10 minutes.
Best Brokers
- Zerodha — Best platform, ₹300/year AMC
- Groww — Simplest UI, free AMC
- Upstox — Free everything, good charting
Documents Needed
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar (linked to mobile)
- Bank account details
- Signature photo
Process
- Download broker app
- Enter mobile → verify OTP
- Enter PAN
- Complete Aadhaar eKYC
- Upload signature
- Link bank account
- E-sign with Aadhaar OTP
- Account active in 24-48 hours