What documents are required to open a PPF account?

What documents are required to open a PPF account?

Following documents are needed to open a PPF account

  1. Nomination form
  2. Copy of PAN card or Form 60-61
  3. Form A or PPF account opening form
  4. Photograph (passport size)
  5. Residence and ID proof as per Know Your Customer (KYC) standards.


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