NSDL Launches Women Investment Plan, Offers Zero Settlement Fees For 3 Years To Boost Participation
· Free Press Journal
Mumbai: National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) has launched a Women Plan offering zero settlement fees on debit transactions for three years for new women demat account holders between April 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027, aiming to boost women’s participation in capital markets.
Women investing rises fast
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Women investors in India have grown quickly in recent years. Demat accounts held by women jumped over 129 percent since 2021, rising from 6.67 million to more than 28 million by early 2026. Women now make up about 30 percent of new brokerage clients. This growth is driven by digital access, awareness, and rising interest in mutual funds and SIPs.
New plan removes costs
To support this trend, NSDL has introduced the Women Plan. Under this, women opening new demat accounts will not pay any settlement fees on debit transactions for three years. The offer applies to accounts opened between April 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027. There is no age limit, no cap on transactions, and even joint accounts qualify if the woman is the first holder.
Focus on first time investors
NSDL’s leadership said the plan is designed especially for women who are just starting their investment journey. The company believes removing early costs can encourage more women to move from saving money to actively investing and building wealth over time. The simple benefit of zero fees makes investing less intimidating.
Fits bigger inclusion push
The initiative also supports India’s broader push for financial inclusion. It aligns with national programs aimed at improving access to financial services. By making investing easier, NSDL hopes to bring more women into the formal financial system and strengthen long-term participation in capital markets.
NSDL said the Women Plan is built for today’s digitally active women and aims to make investing simple, affordable, and more accessible across India.