OFF-MARKET DEMAT PROCESS

Invest in Unlisted Shares in 3 Simple Steps

A step-by-step process to Buy, Sell or Apply for Unlisted Shares

01

Tell us what you need

Share the company and quantity through our enquiry form or on WhatsApp.

Takes 2 Minutes
02

Confirm the quote

Review the indicative quote and confirm the final price and availability with our desk.

Indicative, negotiable quotes
03

Demat Transfer

Complete payment and receive shares directly in your DEMAT account.

Direct DEMAT Transfer Off-Market Transfer
Price Confirmation Before Proceeding
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Complete Free KYC
✓ No account opening charges
Guide

Share Transfer & Tax Guidelines

Simple steps to transfer shares and understand tax implications for unlisted share transactions.

01

How to Transfer Shares (Offline Mode)

Follow these simple steps to transfer shares through Delivery Instruction Slip (DIS).

1

Confirm the security details

Confirm the legal company name, ISIN, share class and quantity with the parties.

2

Agree written transaction terms

Confirm the price, charges, validity, payment route and transfer steps in writing.

3

Check your DP's requirements

Ask your own Depository Participant which forms and authentication apply to your account.

4

Submit the required instructions

Use the channel and records confirmed by your DP and the transaction parties.

5

Complete required authentication

Complete any OTP or other authentication your DP requires.

6

Processing

Processing and confirmation depend on the parties, DP and depository.

Documents Required

1. DP-provided transfer instructions

  • Ask your DP which instruction route applies
  • If using a physical DIS, obtain it from your DP
  • Check the ISIN and quantity carefully

2. Other transaction-specific records

  • Requirements depend on the DP, account and parties
  • Confirm the current list before submitting anything

3. Authentication and completion evidence

  • Complete only the authentication your DP specifies
  • Keep acknowledgement and payment records
  • Confirm completion in the relevant demat record
After Submission: After submission, your DP or depository may require OTP or another form of authentication. A transfer can proceed only after the required documents, payment and transfer instructions have been verified and accepted. Processing and confirmation depend on the parties, DP and depository.
02

How to Pay Stamp Duty?

For an off-market transfer of shares through a depository, the current stamp-duty rate for a delivery-based transfer of securities other than debentures is 0.015% of the consideration value—equivalent to ₹15 per ₹1,00,000. The depository collects it from the transferor. Rate checked 15 Oct 2026; verify the current applicable rate before proceeding.

Official source: Indian Stamp Act, 1899, Schedule I, Article 56A — India Code

Stamp Duty

0.015%

₹15 per ₹1,00,000 of consideration value
For NSDL Account Holders

Visit NSDL Website

Click on
"Pay Stamp Duty"

Fill seller DP details

Continue & make payment

For CDSL Account Holders

Open UPI /
Online Banking

Add Beneficiary
with details from our team

Transfer calculated
stamp duty

Stamp Duty Tutorials
YouTube Video
NSDL Stamp Duty Video Tutorial
YouTube Video
CDSL STAMP Duty Video Tutorial
NSDL Stamp Duty Tutorial Manual
03

Tax considerations

Tax treatment depends on the tax year, security, acquisition and transfer dates, the taxpayer's circumstances and the applicable provisions. The Income-tax Act, 2025 applies from 1 April 2026 for tax years beginning on or after that date; earlier periods may remain subject to the prior law and transitional rules. Do not apply listed-share tax rates to an unlisted-share transaction without checking the relevant provisions. Review current official guidance and consult a qualified tax professional. UnlistedHub does not provide tax advice.

Income Tax Department: scope and commencement of the Income-tax Act, 2025

Frequently Ask Questions

Complete KYC, choose your preferred company and our team will assist you throughout the transaction.
Transfer timing varies based on payment confirmation, the parties and depository processing.
The applicable price and any charges are communicated before the transaction proceeds.
Yes, a Demat account is required to receive transferred shares.

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