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How to transfer SGB, G-sec and SDL between depositories?

You can transfer Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs), Government Securities (G-Secs), and State Development Loans (SDLs) from your Zerodha demat account to another demat account using online or offline process.

Online process

You can use CDSL Easiest to transfer securities online:

Offline process

You can submit a Delivery Instruction Slip (DIS) to transfer SGBs, G-Secs, and SDLs offline. Follow the steps in How to transfer securities using a Delivery Instruction Slip .

Note: For NSDL target accounts, you can only transfer securities to your own account.

Bonafide Flag requirement for NSDL transfers

Before transferring securities to an NSDL demat account, your Bonafide Flag must be enabled and marked as "Verified". To get this done:

  • Individual accounts: Submit a duly filled and e-signed Bonafide Form.

Joint or non-individual accounts: Submit a physical copy of the Bonafide Form.

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