Transact only through Stock Exchanges
Deal only through SEBI registered intermediaries.
Complete all the required formalities opening an account properly (Client registration, Client Agreement Forms etc.)
Ask for and sign "Know Your Client Agreement".
Read and properly understand the risks associated with investing in securities / derivatives before undertaking transactions.
Assess the risk - return profile of the investments well as the liquidity and safety aspects before making your investment decisions.
Ask all relevant questions clear your doubts with your broker before transacting.
Invest based on sound reasoning after taking into account all publicly available information and on fundamentals.
Give clear and unambiguous instructions to your broker / sub-broker /depository participant.
Be vigilant in your transactions.
Insist on contract note for your satisfaction.
Verify all details in contract note, immediately on receipt.
Crosscheck details of your trade with details as available on the exchange website.
Scrutinise minutely both the transactions and the holding statements that you receive from your Depository participant.
Keep copies of all your investment documentation.
Handle Delivery Transaction Slips (DIS) book issued by DPs carefully.
Insist that the DIS numbers are pre-printed and your account number (Client-ID) be pre-stamped.
In case you are not transacting frequently make use of the freezing facilities provided for your demat account.
Pay the margins required to be paid in the time prescribed.
Participate and vote in general meetings either personally or through proxy.
· Be aware of your rights and responsibilities.
In case of complaints approach the right authorities for redressal in timely manner.