HDFC Securities Review 2026
HDFC Bank's full-service broker with 3-in-1 ASBA and HDFC Sky app.
- Rating
- 3.8/5
- Users
- 35 lakh+
- Founded
- 2000
Key Features
- ✓ 3-in-1 account for HDFC Bank customers
- ✓ HDFC brand trust — 35 lakh+ customers
- ✓ Research reports and investment advisory
- ✓ HDFC Sky — modern mobile trading platform
- ✓ Wide branch network across India
Fee Structure
| Account Opening | ₹999 (one-time) |
| Annual Maintenance | ₹750/year |
| Equity Delivery | 0.50% |
| Equity Intraday | 0.05% |
| F&O | ₹25 per order |
| IPO Application | ₹0 |
Pros
- + Seamless ASBA for HDFC Bank customers
- + Strong HDFC brand credibility
- + HDFC Sky — modern, clean mobile platform
- + Research-backed investment recommendations
- + Wide branch network for in-person support
Cons
- − Highest account opening fee (₹999) among major brokers
- − High AMC (₹750/year)
- − Delivery brokerage (0.50%) — most expensive among major brokers
- − Best value only if you already bank with HDFC
How to Open a HDFC Securities Account
- 1Visit hdfcsec.com or download the HDFC Sky app
- 2Enter your mobile and verify via OTP
- 3Upload PAN, Aadhaar and signature for e-KYC
- 4Link your HDFC Bank account (or any bank account)
- 5e-sign with Aadhaar OTP — account active within 24 hours
How to Apply for an IPO on HDFC Securities
- 1Log in to the HDFC Sky app or hdfcsec.com
- 2Navigate to IPO under the Invest section
- 3Choose the IPO, select lots and Cut-Off price
- 4HDFC Bank customers: direct ASBA via bank account
- 5Non-HDFC customers: enter UPI ID and approve mandate
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Open Free HDFC Securities AccountFrequently Asked Questions
Is HDFC Securities good for IPO applications?
Yes — especially for HDFC Bank customers who get the smoothest ASBA experience. Funds are blocked directly from bank without needing UPI approval.
Is HDFC Securities expensive?
Relatively yes — ₹999 account opening + ₹750 AMC + 0.50% delivery brokerage is the highest cost structure among major brokers. Consider only if you bank with HDFC.
What is HDFC Sky?
HDFC Sky is HDFC Securities' modern mobile trading app launched in 2022 with a cleaner UI, IPO tracking, and portfolio analytics.
Can I apply for SME IPOs on HDFC Securities?
Yes. HDFC Securities supports both mainboard and SME IPO applications through UPI and bank ASBA.
Is HDFC Securities safe?
Yes — it is a wholly-owned subsidiary of HDFC Bank, India's largest private sector bank. SEBI-registered since 2000.