Technology is evolving. You can see innovation being integrated in every sector, and the online stock market is no exception.
Gone are the days when you needed to visit your broker in person and grant permission to place an order on your behalf.
This process has become easy with demat accounts’ integration with CDSL TPIN. But what CDSL TPIN means, and how does it work? Let’s find out.
What is CDSL TPIN?
CDSL TPIN is a security feature that protects investors’ demat accounts from unauthorized access or misuse. It is a one-time pin that CDSL sends to the investor’s mobile number whenever they want to sell stocks. It ensures that only the investor can validate their transactions.
CDSL means Central Depository Services Limited. It is an Indian institution that stores securities digitally for stock market players. It helps them trade securities online securely and efficiently.
TPIN means Transaction Personal Identification Number. Investors need to enter a six-digit code to let their broker sell stocks from their demat account. It is a way of confirming their identity and consent online.
A Step-by-Step Guide for CDSL TPIN Generation
Here is the step guide to how to generate TPIN:
- Click here to visit the CDSL portal.
- Tap ‘E-DIS’ section
- Tap on ‘Click here to generate TPIN for eDIS transaction.’ This option is displayed at the bottom of the page.
- Share a 16-digit Beneficiary Owner Identification Number (BOID).
- Tap on the ‘Next’ button.
- Share the OTP you received on the contact number registered with the CDSL.
- You will receive your TPIN in your email after successful verification.
When Do You Require AuthoriZation with TPIN?
You require authorization with TPIN whenever you want to sell the shares held in your demat account. The broker needs your permission to debit and transfer the shares to the buyer’s account.
A pre-authorization option is available for selling shares at the beginning of each trading day. You can also place sell orders individually after sharing the TPIN and OTP on the website or the app.
Each authorization is valid for a maximum of one day. After expiry, you again need to approve the authorization. Earlier, the validity duration of each verification was 90 days.
For example, if you verify the authorization at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, it will remain valid till 3:30 pm on the next trading day, which is Thursday. However, if you validate the authorization on Friday after 3:30, it will remain valid until Monday market closing hours, the next trading day.
How Does CDSL TPIN Authorization Work?
Let’s understand how the authorization process works in actual order placement.
Suppose you have 100 shares of Reliance Industries Ltd. in your demat account with CDSL, and you want to sell 50 shares on a particular day. You can follow these steps to authorize the broker using TPIN:
- Log in to your Dhan website or mobile app and place a sell order for 50 shares of Reliance Industries Ltd.
- You will be directed to the CDSL portal, where you can view a list of your holdings and the quantity that will be debited.
- Select the checkbox next to Reliance Industries Ltd. and enter the quantity as 50. You can also select other shares you want to pre-authorize for selling on the same day.
- Click on ‘Continue to CDSL’ and enter the TPIN and OTP you received on your registered mobile number and email ID.
- Click on ‘Verify’ to confirm the authorization.
- Return to the Dhan website or mobile app and reapply the sell order. Following execution, the shares will be debited from your Demat account and transferred to the buyer’s account.
Benefits of Using CDSL TPIN
CDSL TPIN offers many benefits. Here are some.
- It enhances the security and safety of your demat account and shares.
- TPIN eliminates the need to give a power of attorney to the broker and reduces the risk of misuse and fraud.
- You can have more control and convenience over your transactions and can easily verify each transaction.
- It simplifies the process of selling shares and makes it faster and easier.
- You don’t have to worry about the hefty paperwork and documentation involved in the transactions.
Conclusion
CDSL TPIN makes buying and selling stocks easier and safer. It helps you to keep your Demat account safe.
It lets you say yes to selling shares online without filling out many forms. It also lets you choose which shares you want to sell. Overall, it increases the security of your overall trading and investing experience.
By the way, if you find this whole process of entering the TPIN cumbersome, you can quickly sell with DDPI available on Dhan!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CDSL TPIN?
CDSL TPIN is a 6-digit unique code that authorizes a broker to debit shares from a client’s Demat account.
What is the validity of CDSL TPIN authorization?
CDSL TPIN authorization is valid for one day or until you cancel it.
How to use CDSL TPIN to sell shares?
Enter their TPIN and OTP on the CDSL website or the broker’s trading platform to authorize the debit of securities from your Demat account.
How to generate or reset CDSL TPIN?
You can generate or reset their TPIN by visiting the CDSL website and entering their BO ID and PAN number.
Why is CDSL TPIN required?
CDSL TPIN is required as an alternative to the Power of Attorney (PoA) that brokers use to ask clients to sign at the time of account opening.
