How to Link Aadhar with Demat Account – 2025 Guide for SEBI Compliance

How to Link Your Demat Account with Aadhaar for Seamless Compliance

Linking your Aadhaar card with your Demat account has become an essential compliance step for investors in India. As SEBI tightens its KYC norms and UIDAI integration becomes the backbone of digital identity, failing to link Aadhaar could result in restricted access to your investments.

This blog explains how to link your Aadhaar with your Demat account, why it’s important, and how platforms like One Solution simplify the process for secure and compliant investing.

Why Linking Aadhaar to Your Demat Account Matters

• Ensures KYC compliance under SEBI and CDSL guidelines

• Prevents account freeze or service disruption

• Enables faster eKYC and paperless transactions

• Reduces fraud risk with verified identity

• Mandatory for opening or operating new Demat accounts

Aadhaar linking is now a core part of India’s secure financial infrastructure—required for Demat accounts, mutual funds, insurance, and more.

Documents Required to Link Aadhaar with Your Demat Account

• Aadhaar number (12-digit)

• Aadhaar-linked mobile number (for OTP verification)

• PAN card (already linked to your Demat)

• Demat account number/client ID

Ensure your Aadhaar is updated and your mobile number is active in UIDAI records.

Step-by-Step: How to Link Aadhaar to Your Demat Account

Step 1: Log In to Your Broker’s Portal

Use your registered credentials on your broker’s website or app (e.g., One Solution platform).

Step 2: Go to ‘KYC’ or ‘Profile Update’ Section

Look for an option like “Link Aadhaar,” “Update Aadhaar,” or “Complete KYC.”

Step 3: Enter Aadhaar Number

Submit your 12-digit Aadhaar number and confirm your identity.

Step 4: Authenticate via OTP

An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Enter it to complete verification.

Step 5: Confirmation

Once verified, the linkage will be reflected in your account within 24–48 hours. You may also receive an email or SMS confirmation.

Offline Method (For Legacy Brokers)

If your broker doesn’t support online Aadhaar linking:

• Visit their office or download the Aadhaar linking form

• Submit a self-attested Aadhaar copy

• Complete biometric verification, if required

With platforms like One Solution, however, the entire process is 100% digital.

What Happens If You Don’t Link Aadhaar?

• Your Demat account may become inactive or restricted

• Trading and investment activities can be blocked

• You may be required to redo your KYC before access is restored

• Delays in IPO applications, dividend processing, and shareholding verification

How One Solution Makes Aadhaar Linking Easy

At One Solution, we prioritize seamless compliance and investor convenience.

• Aadhaar linking during onboarding and anytime via dashboard

• Instant OTP-based verification

• No physical documentation required

• Alerts and reminders for unlinked users

• Full support team for Aadhaar-KYC troubleshooting

Final Thoughts

Linking your Demat account with Aadhaar is no longer optional—it’s essential. With secure online platforms and eKYC APIs, the process takes less than five minutes and protects you from regulatory or access risks.

Whether you’re opening a new account or maintaining an existing one, link your Aadhaar today with One Solution and stay compliant with confidence.