How to Apply For and Obtain a CKYC Number

Thứ bảy - 27/04/2024 01:09

Receiving a Central Know Your Customer number for investing A Central Know Your Customer (CKYC) number is required by law in India if you plan to invest in mutual funds or other financial assets. Having a CKYC number will show financial...

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A Central Know Your Customer (CKYC) number is required by law in India if you plan to invest in mutual funds or other financial assets. Having a CKYC number will show financial regulators that you are a legitimate investor and help to verify your identity. The process for getting a CKYC number is relatively easy and once you have it, you do not need to apply for it again. With a few key personal documents and the right information on the application form, you can get your CKYC number and start investing right away.

Things You Should Know

Download and print the official CKYC application form. Fill out your personal information according to the instructions on the form.
Include your Permanent Account Number, as well as your proof of identity and address in the form of a passport number or driver's license.
Submit the completed form to a local registrar's office, along with a passport photo to be included with your paperwork.

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Applying for a CKYC Number

Access the application form here: https://www.sebi.gov.in/sebi_data/commondocs/KYC_ApplForm_p.pdf. You can also get a copy of the form through your financial broker or mutual funds provider.

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You will need to provide your full name, as well as your father’s or spouse's full name. You will also need to list your date of birth, your gender, your occupations, and your marital status.
You will also need to note your citizenship level and your residential status.

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You will need to list at least 1 of the following for the proof of identity section and the proof of address section: your passport number and the expiry date, your driver’s license number and the expiry date, your voter ID card number, or an AADHAR card number.
You will also need to provide copies of your passport or driver’s license to prove your identity and address. You may need to provide the originals of your passport and your driver’s license, if requested during the application process.

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The photograph should be well-lit and standard passport size, which is 2 by 2 inches (51 by 51 mm) in India. You can get a passport photograph taken at a local photography studio or at a passport services kiosk.^{[2] X Research source}

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Sign the signature line on the form. Then, bring the completed form, the passport size photograph, and a copy of your passport or driver’s license to your financial representative. They can then process your application properly.
You can also go to a local financial registrar office in your area to submit the application.

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Some financial representatives require you to also submit an investment application, where you specify which investments you would like to pursue once you receive your CKYC number. This will help them to get a sense of how you plan to use your CKYC number and to analyze your finances in detail.^{[3] X Research source}
Ask your broker for an investment application form that you can complete.

Part 2

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Receiving and Using Your CKYC Number

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You cannot pursue any investments legally until your application is approved. However, you can discuss possible investments and mutual funds you are interested in with your financial broker or advisor while you wait.^{[4] X Research source}

Step 2 Get your 14-digit CKYC number by email or text message.

Once your application is approved, you will receive an email or a text message that lists your CKYC number. The message will appear as: “Your KYC details have been registered with Central KYC Registry. Your CKYC identifier is 10088756711997.”^{[5] X Research source}

After you have saved the CKYC number in a safe place, delete the email or text message so your number cannot be stolen. A stolen CKCY number can lead to identity fraud, as others can try to use your number to make investments.