HDFC Sky Review

Expanding beyond traditional trading and putting an end to the new-age investor's problems, HDFC Securities has come up with a brand-new app, HDFC Sky, to capture a growing segment of tech-savvy, cost-conscious investors while offering a more diversified and user-friendly platform.

Launched in September 2023, it has quickly gained traction, boasting over 3 lakh customers on its platform already, signalling its rapid growth and popularity among investors. But does it deliver on its sky-high ambitions?

In the blog review, we'll take a deep dive into HDFC Sky, exploring its features, fees, platform usability, and research offerings. 

HDFC Sky Features

HDFC Sky allows you to invest in a variety of assets, including Indian and US stocks, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), futures, options, currencies, and commodities. It offers a number of features that are designed to make investing easier and more convenient, including:

• Zero account opening charges.
• You can invest in US stocks with fractional shares, which means you can buy a portion of a share instead of buying a whole one.
• You can create baskets of stocks and other assets and then place an order to buy or sell all of the assets in the basket at once.
• The app provides customisable dashboards that show you your portfolio performance, market news, and other relevant information.
• The app uses a number of security features to protect your user data and financial information.

HDFC Sky Investment Offerings

• Stocks and ETFs: Choose from over 3,500 listed companies and more than 100 ETFs. Seamlessly engage in futures, options, currency, and commodity trading. 
• Mutual Funds: Invest in 2000+ mutual funds across risk levels, themes, industries and 29+ fund houses.

Why upgrade to HDFC Sky?

HDFC Sky is a next-generation investing and trading platform offering several features that might entice you to upgrade from a different platform or open a new account. Here are some of the key reasons they highlight for upgrading:

1. Cost-effectiveness:

• Zero account opening charges
• Free AMC for the first year
• ₹20 per order for intraday and delivery trades across equities, futures & options, currency, and commodities.

2. Convenience and features:

• Trade various asset classes like equities, mutual funds, commodities, derivatives, currencies, and even US stocks, all in one place.
• Streamlined portfolio analysis with easy-to-understand dashboards.
• Powerful charting tools to analyse market trends and make informed decisions.
• Curated baskets containing multiple securities.
• Access to Initial Public Offerings (IPOs).
• Educational content to improve your investment knowledge.

HDFC Sky Brokerage Plan, Fees and Charges

Equity Brokerage:

Brokerage for US Stocks

Derivative Brokerage

Currency Brokerage

Commodity Brokerage

How to open an HDFC Sky Account online?

Step 1: Visit the HDFC Sky website
Step 2: Click on "Sign Up".
Step 3: Enter your email address (optional) and referral code (optional).
Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions to fill out the online application form.
Step 5: You will need to upload scanned copies of your PAN card, Aadhaar card, and other required documents.
Step 6: Your application will be reviewed, and you will be notified of the status within a few days.

Frequently asked questions

Q. How do I log in to my HDFC Sky account?
A. 
Step 1: Open a browser on your internet-connected computer and navigate to hdfcsky.com in the address bar to access the webpage.
Step 2: Enter your client ID, email ID, or mobile number, along with your password, to log in to HDFC Sky. You will receive a one-time password (OTP) on your registered mobile number for verification.

Step 3: Type the OTP and click on submit. You will be logged in.

Q. Who can open an HDFC Sky account?

A. Any Indian resident with a valid PAN card and bank account can open an account. However, you cannot have both HDFC Sky and regular HDFC Securities accounts simultaneously.