ICICIdirect Account Opening: Process, Documents & Charges
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ICICIdirect account opening charges
| Transaction | Charges |
|---|---|
| Trading account opening | ₹0 (Online) |
| Trading account AMC | ₹0 |
| Demat account opening | ₹0 |
| Demat account AMC | ₹300 + GST per year |
How to open a ICICIdirect account online
Digital KYC takes roughly 30–60 minutes if your Aadhaar is linked to your mobile number.
Visit the official ICICIdirect website or download the ICICIdirect mobile app.
Click on Open Demat Account and enter your mobile number and email address to begin the registration process.
Verify your mobile number using the OTP and provide your PAN, Aadhaar, date of birth, and other required personal details.
Complete the online KYC process by submitting the necessary documents, including identity proof, address proof, bank account details, income proof (if applicable), and a recent photograph.
Complete the video KYC and e-sign the application using Aadhaar-based eSign or other approved verification methods.
Once your application and documents are successfully verified, your Trading and Demat Account will be activated. You can then add funds and start investing or trading through ICICIdirect.
Documents required
| Purpose | Accepted documents |
|---|---|
| Identity proof | PAN card (mandatory) |
| Address proof | Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence |
| Bank proof | Cancelled cheque or bank statement (name + IFSC visible) |
| Signature | Scan / photo on white paper |
| Income proof (F&O only) | ITR, Form 16, 6-month bank statement, salary slip or net-worth certificate |
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