Why Convert Physical Shares to Demat?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has made it mandatory to convert all physical share certificates into dematerialised (demat) format. From [latest SEBI deadline], shareholders cannot sell, transfer, or trade physical shares unless they are in demat form.
Converting physical shares to demat ensures:
✔ Safety – No risk of loss, damage, or forgery
✔ Easy Transfers & Trading – Can be sold instantly in stock markets
✔ No Paperwork – Digital recordkeeping eliminates manual errors
✔ Compliance with SEBI & RTA Regulations
If you still hold physical share certificates, it is urgent to convert them to demat form before the SEBI deadline to avoid legal complications.
