Who can open a minor account in Fyers?

The parents, i.e. the father or, in his absence, the mother of the minor child or the legal guardian, can open a demat account for minors with Fyers. A minor account can be opened for a child below 18 years of age with PAN card and a bank account.

Only Indian citizens can open a demat account, NRIs cannot open a demat account for their minor children.

Though the account is opened in the name of the minor, it is managed only by a parent or guardian. Parents can transfer securities i.e. shares and mutual funds from their account to the minor’s account by way of gifting or transfer between family members.