Segment Activation (Equity, F&O, Commodity)

You can activate the F&O (Equity Derivatives) segment by submitting a segment activation request online through Alice Blue’s portal.

Steps:
1.  Log in to Alice Blue – https://ekyc.aliceblueonline.com/
2.  Navigate to Segment Activation
3.  Select the F&O segment
4.  Upload required documents (income proof)
5.  Complete e-sign via Aadhaar
6.  Submit the request

As per SEBI guidelines, income proof is mandatory for F&O and Commodity segments.
Acceptable Income Proofs:
·     Last 6 months’ bank statement
·     Latest salary slip
·     Form 16
·     Net worth certificate from a CA
      Demat Holding statement 

Documents must clearly show your name and income details.

·    1- 2 hours, post document submission and successful e-signing.
·     Delays may occur if documents are unclear or rejected during verification.

Summary:
1.  Upload valid income proof
2.  Complete segment addition request
3.  Complete e-sign via Aadhaar
4.  Wait for confirmation (usually within 1–2 working Hours)

Common reasons:
·     Income proof not uploaded or invalid
·     Documents not matching PAN or profile
·     Request not submitted properly
You can track your request status in the https://ekyc.aliceblueonline.com/ portal or contact Alice Blue support.

Yes, income proof is mandatory for:
·  Equity Derivatives (F&O)
·  Commodity Derivatives
·  Currency Derivatives

Yes, you can do it completely online via:
·  Alice Blue https://ekyc.aliceblueonline.com/ No need for physical forms or branch visits.

How to Use:
1.  After uploading documents, click on e-sign
2.  You’ll be redirected to NSDL/Digio platform
3.  Enter your Aadhaar number
4.  Authenticate using OTP sent to Aadhaar-linked mobile
5.  Done — your request is digitally signed

Yes, it is mandatory for clients to submit their financial details every year, as per exchange requirements. This ensures that the client’s financial information remains up to date.

Steps to Activate DDPI:
1.  Login to https://bot.aliceblueonline.com/
2.  Go to DDPI Activation
3.  Review the document
4.  Complete e-signing using Aadhaar OTP
DDPI replaces the older Power of Attorney (POA) and allows seamless auto-debit of shares during selling.

DDPI is required to:
·    Sell shares directly from your Demat account without manual approval
·    Enable faster and smoother trade execution
·    Avoid uploading DIS slips manually
Without DDPI, you’ll need to manually authorize each sell order via T-PIN or other verification.

Steps:
1.  Login to: https://bot.aliceblueonline.com/
2.  Go to Financial Proof section
3.  Upload the document (PDF, JPEG, etc.)
4.  Submit the request