SEBI updates Demat account rules: Know about increased investment limits, reduced charges

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced an increase in the threshold for Basic Services Demat Accounts (BSDA) from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. Effective from September 1, 2024, investors can hold securities worth up to Rs 10 lakh in their BSDA. Introduced by SEBI in 2012, BSDA is designed to reduce the cost of holding securities for small investors by offering lower charges compared to regular Demat accounts.