Who Can Be a Nominee?

  • Up to three nominees can be added to your Zerodha account.
  • The nominee(s) can be anyone you trust, such as your spouse, children, parents, or close relatives.
  • It’s crucial to ensure the nominee’s name precisely matches their official documents (proof of ID) to facilitate a smooth claim process.
  • Minors can be nominees; however, a legal guardian (other than the account holder) must be appointed to manage the holdings on their behalf until they reach adulthood.

How to Add Nominee in Zerodha?

A nominee in your Zerodha demat and trading account ensures a smooth transfer of your holdings to your designated beneficiary in case of your unfortunate demise. This article provides a detailed guide on adding a nominee to your Zerodha account, both online and offline.

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Why Add a Nominee?

Adding a nominee simplifies the inheritance process for your investments. When a nominee is designated, they have the legal right to claim your holdings in the demat account, avoiding delays and complications for your loved ones. Additionally, SEBI regulations mandate nomination for all demat accounts. However, Zerodha accounts are already compliant as nominee details are collected during account opening....

Who Can Be a Nominee?

Up to three nominees can be added to your Zerodha account. The nominee(s) can be anyone you trust, such as your spouse, children, parents, or close relatives. It’s crucial to ensure the nominee’s name precisely matches their official documents (proof of ID) to facilitate a smooth claim process. Minors can be nominees; however, a legal guardian (other than the account holder) must be appointed to manage the holdings on their behalf until they reach adulthood....

Steps to Add a Nominee Online

This is the faster and more convenient method....

Steps to Add a Nominee Offline

If your mobile number is not linked to Aadhaar or you hold a joint account, you’ll need to follow the offline process....

Processing Time and Important Notes

Processing online nominee addition requests may take up to 5 working days. Non-individual accounts (like companies) and dormant accounts cannot add nominees online. However, they can utilize the offline process. NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) can add nominees online if their Aadhaar card is linked to their active mobile number. Charitable trusts cannot be designated as nominees....