Dos and Don’ts for Investors 

Sr. No. Guidance
i.  Always deal with a SEBI registered Depository Participant for opening a  demat account.
ii.  Read all the documents carefully before signing them.
iii.  Before granting Power of attorney to operate your demat account to an  intermediary like Stock Broker, Portfolio Management Services (PMS) etc.,  carefully examine the scope and implications of powers being granted. 
iv.  Always make payments to registered intermediary using banking channels.  No payment should be made in name of employee of intermediary.
v.  Accept the Delivery Instruction Slip (DIS) book from your DP only (pre-printed  with a serial number along with your Client ID) and keep it in safe custody and  do not sign or issue blank or partially filled DIS slips.  Always mention the details like ISIN, number of securities accurately. In case  of any queries, please contact your DP or broker and it should be signed by  all demat account holders. 

Strike out any blank space on the slip and Cancellations or corrections on the  DIS should be initialed or signed by all the account holder(s). 

Do not leave your instruction slip book with anyone else. 

Do not sign blank DIS as it is equivalent to a bearer cheque.
vi.  Inform any change in your Personal Information (for example address or Bank  Account details, email ID, Mobile number) linked to your demat account in the  prescribed format and obtain confirmation of updation in system
vii.  Mention your Mobile Number and email ID in account opening form to receive  SMS alerts and regular updates directly from depository. 
viii.  Always ensure that the mobile number and email ID linked to your demat  account are the same as provided at the time of account opening/updation.
ix.  Do not share password of your online trading and demat account with anyone.
x.  Do not share One Time Password (OTP) received from banks, brokers, etc.  These are meant to be used by you only.
xi.  Do not share login credentials of e-facilities provided by the depositories such  as e-DIS/demat gateway, SPEED-e/easiest etc. with anyone else. 
xii.  Demat is mandatory for any transfer of securities of Listed public limited  companies. 
xiii.  If you have any grievance in respect of your demat account, please write to  designated email IDs of depositories or you may lodge the same with SEBI  online at https://scores.sebi.gov.in
xiv.  Keep a record of documents signed, DIS issued and account statements  received. 
xv.  As Investors you are required to verify the transaction statement carefully for  all debits and credits in your account. In case of any unauthorized debit or  credit, inform the DP or your respective Depository. 
xvi.  Appoint a nominee to facilitate your heirs in obtaining the securities in your  demat account, on completion of the necessary procedures. 
xvii.  Register for Depository’s internet based facility or download mobile app of the  depository to monitor your holdings. 
xviii.  Ensure that, both, your holding and transaction statements are received  periodically as instructed to your DP. You are entitled to receive a transaction  statement every month if you have any transactions.
xix.  Do not follow herd mentality for investments. Seek expert and professional  advice for your investments
xx.  Beware of assured/fixed returns.