Can I Open a Demat Account Without Aadhaar-Linked Mobile?

In most online onboarding flows, Aadhaar linked to a mobile number is required. This is because OTP-based verification and e-signing usually depend on that mobile number. Without it, the standard online process may not work.

What you should know

1. Aadhaar-linked mobile is needed for online verification.

2. OTPs are usually sent to the Aadhaar-linked number.

3. E-signing may not complete without that link.

Alternative options

• Use the offline account opening process if available.

• Update your Aadhaar-linked mobile number before applying.

• Check whether another verification route is supported.

Notes

• A working Aadhaar-linked mobile number makes onboarding faster.

• If your number is inactive, verification may fail.