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What is a Demat account?
A Demat account holds shares and other securities in electronic form instead of paper certificates. Opened via a Depository Participant (DP).
Full Demat guideWhat is a SIP?
A Systematic Investment Plan invests a fixed amount at regular intervals in a mutual fund scheme. Try our SIP Calculator to estimate returns.
Learn how SIP worksWhat is XIRR?
XIRR estimates the annualised return when money goes in on different dates, such as monthly SIP instalments. Use our XIRR Calculator to compute it.
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Mediclaim usually means health insurance that covers hospitalisation costs. Read our health insurance articles for details.
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₹5,000
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Invested Amount₹6,00,000
Illustrative Return₹5,61,695
Illustrative Total Value₹11,61,695
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Demat Account, Explained Simply
Many first-time investors confuse a Demat account, a trading account and a bank account. Read our complete What is a Demat Account? guide to understand KYC requirements, depository participants, and electronic holding mechanics.
- Holds shares and other securities in electronic form.
- Opened through a Depository Participant (DP) with KYC documents.
- Charges differ between providers, so compare before opening.
| Account | What it does |
|---|---|
| Demat account | Stores your shares and other securities electronically. |
| Trading account | Used to place buy and sell orders through a broker. |
| Bank account | Moves money in and out when you buy or sell. |
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What is a Demat account?
A Demat account holds shares and other securities in electronic form instead of paper certificates. Read our Demat Account Guide for more details.
What is SIP?
A Systematic Investment Plan invests a fixed amount at regular intervals into a mutual fund scheme. Test returns using our SIP Calculator.
Are mutual fund returns guaranteed?
No. Mutual fund returns are market-linked and not guaranteed. Read scheme documents carefully or explore our Mutual Fund Guide.
How much can I start a SIP with?
Many schemes allow a SIP to start from a small monthly amount, often around ₹500. Check our SIP Return Guide.
What is XIRR and when is it used?
XIRR estimates the annualised return when money is invested on different dates. Use our XIRR Calculator to calculate it.
What is the difference between a Demat account and a trading account?
A Demat account stores securities, while a trading account places orders. See our Trading & F&O Education article.
What is the difference between health insurance and mediclaim?
Mediclaim covers hospitalisation expenses. Read our Health Insurance Guide.
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