Learn all about Demat Account
How to use a m.Stock Demat Account for Algo Trading using Cirrus.trade
30 October 2025 | 4 mins read
Cirrus is completely free to use with your m.Stock demat account. Cirrus.trade is a trading platform where you can: Trade manually or run your, algo strategies. Invest & trade across your family accounts from the single window. Utilise advanced Risk management tools to enhance discipline in your trading.
Nominee vs Joint Holder in Demat Account: Key Differences Explained
27 October 2025 | 6 mins read
When you open a Demat account online, you face an important decision: should you add a nominee or register a joint holder? While both aim to safeguard your investments, they work very differently. A joint holder shares operational rights during your lifetime, while a nominee only comes into play after all account holders pass away.
Things To Know About A CDSL Demat Account
10 October 2025 | 8 mins read
In an era where speed and security are necessary for financial success, a demat account is crucial for anyone trading in India’s stock markets. A CDSL demat account not only safeguards your securities in digital form but also grants you seamless, anytime access to your holdings.
How to Open a Demat Account for Partnership Firms?
10 October 2025 | 8 mins read
Opening a demat account for your partnership firm is important to manage securities in an efficient manner. Rather than handling paper share certificates which can be lost, damaged or misplaced, you can secure all equity, debt and fund holdings electronically.
Difference Between HUF and Individual Demat Accounts
26 September 2025 | 8 mins read
Selecting the appropriate Demat account structure is a critical decision for investors, as it influences not only how assets are held and traded but also how tax liabilities are managed and wealth is preserved across generations.
What is a Demat Account?
26 September 2025 | 7 mins read
A Demat account – short for dematerialised account, has become crucial for anyone seeking to participate in the equity market. Much like a bank savings account holds your cash securely, a Demat account stores shares and securities in electronic form.
Why Should One Have A Demat Account?
22 September 2025 | 6 mins read
In India’s growing digital economy, investing has become simpler and more efficient. One of the key reasons for this transformation is the Demat account, a digital repository for your investments in stocks, mutual funds, government bonds, ETFs, and more.
How to Open a Demat Account for Trust: A Simple Guide
22 September 2025 | 8 mins read
Opening a demat account is a mandatory requirement for holding and transacting securities in electronic form. If you oversee a charitable, religious or private trust in India, having a dematerialised (demat) account simplifies the management of equities, bonds and other financial instruments owned by the trust.
Can a Demat Account Be Opened Without a Trading Account?
18 July 2025 | 5 mins read
Demat and trading accounts are two of the most common terms new investors encounter when entering the financial markets. It is a common misconception that these accounts always coexist. However, opening a Demat account does not require a trading account. Knowing when and why you might decide to do this can help you make informed financial and investment decisions.
Why Observability Is the Backbone of m.Stock’s Trading Infrastructure
30 July 2025 | 4 mins read
As one of India’s fastest-growing trading platforms, m.Stock powers millions of equity, F&O, mutual fund, and IPO transactions every single day. At this scale, delivering a seamless and trustworthy customer experience isn’t just about having a great UI or robust APIs. It hinges on something far deeper—Observability.
What is Power of Attorney (PoA) in Demat Accounts?
18 July 2025 | 8 mins read
When you open a demat account to invest in shares and other securities, you may come across a document called the Power of Attorney (PoA). This document is often presented to you by your stockbroker or Depository Participant (DP) during the account opening process. While it may appear as just another formality, the PoA plays a critical role in the efficient management and execution of transactions in your demat account.
Demat Debit and Pledge Instruction: What is It?
18 July 2025 | 7 mins read
Managing securities effectively is a vital part of personal financial planning. With the stock market becoming digitised and more retail investors participating in trading, there is a growing demand for systems that ensure both efficiency and security. One such mechanism is the Demat Debit and Pledge Instruction, commonly referred to as DDPI.
How to Link Your Demat Account with Your Trading Account?
18 June 2025 | 8 mins read
India’s financial markets have witnessed a significant rise in investor participation over the past decade. As economic growth accelerates and financial literacy increases, more individuals are seeking direct exposure to equities, bonds and other securities. To invest in this market, you must maintain two separate yet interdependent accounts: a demat account to hold securities in electronic form and a trading account to place buy or sell orders on the stock exchanges. SEBI regulations make it mandatory to link the demat and trading accounts so that every transaction, from purchasing shares to selling them, flows smoothly through a secure, regulated channel.
How to Freeze and Unfreeze Your Demat Account in India?
23 May 2025 | 10 mins read
A Demat account is an essential tool for holding and trading securities in electronic form. While it is typically used for buying, selling, and transferring stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments, there may come a time when you need to freeze or unfreeze your Demat account.
SEBI's New Security Rules & Its Impact on Your Demat Account
23 May 2025 | 7 mins read
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced new security rules for Demat accounts to enhance investor protection and prevent fraud. These SEBI guidelines mandate direct payout mechanisms, stricter KYC norms, revised nomination rules, and enhanced monitoring of suspicious transactions.