A Client ID for a demat account is a unique identification number assigned to an individual or entity by a depository participant (DP). It helps in keeping track of the securities held in the demat account and facilitates smooth and efficient transfer of securities. It is necessary for various transactions related to the demat account, such as buying and selling of securities, pledging, and dematerialization of physical certificates.

Read how to transfer shares from one Demat account to another. Know how shares can be transferred either manually or online.

When investing directly in shares, you must shop around for a demat account. It helps to shortlist accounts that have the lowest brokerage charges. You could look for brokerages that offer discounts as well. Start trading with Kotak Neo, which has one of the lowest brokerage charges in India.

Account Maintenance Charges in a demat account are fees for keeping your securities safe in electronic form, varying by the type of account and the depository participant.

As you can have different bank accounts, you can also have more than one Demat account in India. You just link your PAN with each Demat account; there is no limit to the number of Demat accounts you can link to a PAN. However, there are certain conditions you must follow if you want to have more than one Demat account.