What are the Documents Required for Opening an Account with Motilal Oswal?

Last Updated: Mar 20, 2024 Value Broking 2 Mins 3.1K

To open an account with Motilal Oswal, you will typically need to provide documents as part of the account opening process. The documents required may vary depending on the type of account you are opening (e.g., trading account, demat account, or both) and your citizenship status (Indian or NRI). 

For Indian Residents (Individual Accounts):

Proof of Identity (Any one of the following)

  • Aadhar Card
  • Passport
  • Voter ID Card
  • Driver’s Licence
  • PAN Card

Proof of Address (Any one of the following)

  • Aadhar Card
Aadhar Card
  • Passport
Passport
  • Voter ID Card
Voter ID
  • Driver’s Licence
Driving License
  • Recent Utility Bill (electricity, water, gas, or landline phone bill)
  • Bank Statement (issued within the last 3 months)
Bank Account Statement
  • Rent Agreement (if applicable)

PAN Card

 A copy of your Permanent Account Number (PAN) card.

Passport-size Photographs

Passport-sized colour photographs.

Bank Account Proof A

Cancelled cheque leaf or bank statement that shows your name, account number, and IFSC code. This is typically required for linking your bank account for fund transfers.

Income Proof

In some cases, Motilal Oswal may require income-proof documents, such as salary slips or income tax returns, to assess your financial eligibility.

For Non-Residential Indians (NRIs)

The document requirements for NRIs may vary, and additional documents may be needed.       

Proof of Identity: Passport copy with a valid visa page.

Proof of Address: Any one of the following:

  • Overseas Address Proof (utility bill, bank statement, or rental agreement)
  • Indian Address Proof (if available)

PAN Card

A copy of your PAN card.

Photographs

Passport-sized colour photographs.

Foreign Bank Account Proof 

A copy of a cancelled cheque or bank statement from your NRE or NRO bank account.

Additional KYC Documents

Depending on regulatory requirements and Motilal Oswal’s policies, additional Know Your Customer (KYC) documents may be required for NRIs.