IEPF-5 Claim — Required Documents
The following documents are required when filing an IEPF-5 claim form for recovery of shares and dividends from the Investor Education and Protection Fund:
| Document | Details | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Self-attested copy of the claimant | Yes |
| PAN Card | Self-attested copy | Yes |
| Share Certificate | Original or copy of share certificate(s) | If available |
| Cancelled Cheque | Of the bank account where refund is to be credited | Yes |
| Bank Statement | Latest 3-month bank statement showing account details | Yes |
| Demat Account Details | Client Master List (CML) from your depository participant | Yes (for shares) |
| Passport Size Photo | Recent photograph of the claimant | Yes |
| Address Proof | Utility bill, passport, or voter ID | Yes |
| Indemnity Bond | On stamp paper (value varies by state) | If original certificate lost |
| FIR / Police Complaint | If original share certificates are lost | If certificates lost |
| Affidavit | On stamp paper for lost certificates or name mismatch | Case-specific |
Additional Documents for Special Cases
For Transmission (Deceased Holder)
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Death Certificate | Original or notarized copy of the deceased shareholder |
| Succession Certificate / Probate | Court order establishing legal heir rights |
| Legal Heir Certificate | From Tehsildar/Revenue authority |
| NOC from Other Legal Heirs | If multiple legal heirs exist |
| Relationship Proof | Marriage certificate, birth certificate as applicable |
For Physical to Demat Conversion
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Original Share Certificates | Physical paper certificates |
| Demat Request Form (DRF) | From your depository participant (DP) |
| PAN Card Copy | Self-attested |
| Client Master List | From your DP showing demat account details |
💡 Pro Tips
Keep multiple self-attested copies of all documents. Ensure your name on documents matches exactly with share records. If there's a mismatch, prepare a name change affidavit in advance.
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