» Ease of transfer – Shares can simply be transferred using delivery instruction slip (DIS) or receipt instruction strip (RIS), making the transaction of shares easy.

» Loans against Shares facility – The shares held in Demat accounts can be used as collateral to obtain loans from lenders willing to extend loans on your shareholdings.

» Demat account freezing – Demat accounts can be frozen for any given period of time if the holder is unwilling to risk unexpected credit/debit. Freezing can also be availed for a certain quantity of securities in the account.

» High accessibility and ease of holding – Demat accounts are easily accessible with the internet on any device of account holder’s choice – mobiles, computers or other smart devices. They also maintain and track investments without the hassle of maintaining physical certificates.

» Risk Reduction – Demat account holds your securities through an electronic operation which safeguards your securities against loss or theft that occurs in case of physical securities

» Time and cost efficient – Additional costs involved in physical ownership of securities like stamp duty are eliminated with Demat accounts, making it cost-efficient. The absence of this maintenance and paperwork also reduce time.

» Avail corporate benefits hassle-free – If your investments yield dividends, interest or refunds will be automatically transferred to your bank account which is linked to your demat through a depository participant.