Rematerialisation (“Remat”) is the process of converting securities held in electronic form in a Demat account back into physical share certificates.

Forms Required

  1. Rematerialisation Request Form (RRF) 
    • Available with Client Depository Participant (DP)
    • Separate RRF may be required for each ISIN or folio 
  2. Client Master Report (CMR) (if requested) 
  3. PAN Copy / Aadhaar Copy (if requested by DP) 
  4. DP Acknowledgement Slip 

Client can obtain the RRF from DP such as:

  • Zerodha
  • Groww
  • Kotak Securities
  • ICICI Direct
  • HDFC Securities
  • Any NSDL/CDSL Depository Participant 


Step-by-Step Rematerialisation Process

Step 1: Request Initiation

  • Investor submits a duly filled and signed Rematerialisation Request Form (RRF) to the Depository Participant (DP). 
  • Investor must ensure sufficient securities are available in the Demat account. 

Step 2: Document Verification (TAT: 0 t- 3 days)

The DP verifies:

  • Client signature 
  • DP ID & Client ID 
  • ISIN details 
  • Quantity of securities 
  • Completeness of the form 

Ensure:

  • Names match exactly with the Demat account 
  • Sufficient free balance is available in the account 

Step 3: System Entry & Securities Blocking (TAT: 4 -7 days)

  • The client submits the signed RRF to the DP (Broker/Bank). 
  • DP enters the rematerialisation request into the NSDL/CDSL system. 
  • DP verifies the details and blocks the securities in the client’s Demat account. 
  • A Rematerialisation Request Number (RRN) is generated. 

Step 4: Request Forwarding (TAT: 8 -15 days)

  • DP forwards the request electronically to the Depository (NSDL/CDSL) and the concerned Registrar & Transfer Agent (RTA). 

Step 5: Verification and Certificate Dispatch (TAT: 16 - 30 days)

The RTA:

  • Verifies the request 
  • Prints and Dispatches the physical share certificates to the investor’s registered address 

Step 6: Followup at Assetplus.

  • Client share a Copy of Physical Certificate 
  • OPS team follow up to ensure the holding are reflected on the dashboard.

Timeline

  • Average processing timeline: 15–30 working days