{"id":25519895,"date":"2022-04-08T15:02:21","date_gmt":"2022-04-08T09:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25519895"},"modified":"2025-10-16T17:50:24","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T12:20:24","slug":"how-to-and-where-to-start-investing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/","title":{"rendered":"How To and Where To Start Investing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e50e27719bd\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e50e27719bd\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Why_start_investing_now\" >Why start investing now<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#The_step-by-step_guide_for_investing\" >The step-by-step guide for investing:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Step-by-step_opening_accounts_and_making_your_first_investments\" >Step-by-step: opening accounts and making your first investments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Practical_learning_path_first_6_months\" >Practical learning path (first 6 months)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#How_to_research_stocks_and_funds\" >How to research stocks and funds\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Rebalancing_and_monitoring\" >Rebalancing and monitoring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Common_beginner_mistakes_avoid_these\" >Common beginner mistakes (avoid these)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#How_Entris_Stock_Market_Courses_align_with_your_journey\" >How Entri\u2019s Stock Market Courses align with your journey<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Safety_fraud_prevention_and_regulations\" >Safety, fraud prevention and regulations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#When_to_get_professional_help\" >When to get professional help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Key_takeaways\" >Key takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-and-where-to-start-investing\/#Final_note\" >Final note<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Investing can feel overwhelming at first, with unfamiliar words, dozens of apps, tax rules and plenty of noise on social media. But the truth is simple: <strong>anyone<\/strong> can become a confident investor with a clear plan, a few right accounts, and consistent learning.<\/p>\n<p>This long-form, India-focused guide walks you through <em>where to start<\/em>, <em>how to allocate money<\/em>, <em>what accounts and documents you need<\/em>, realistic example portfolios, tax basics, common mistakes, and the best next steps. Let\u2019s begin.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_start_investing_now\"><\/span><strong>Why start investing now<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25627446 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682.webp\" alt=\"Why start investing now\" width=\"446\" height=\"297\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682.webp 1000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/8682-750x500.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 446px) 100vw, 446px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Inflation erodes savings. Investing helps your money grow faster than a savings account.<\/li>\n<li>India\u2019s financial products (mutual funds, ETFs, stocks) are now accessible with low minimums.<\/li>\n<li>Starting early gives your money time to compound; even small monthly SIPs add up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to move from \u201cI should invest\u201d to \u201cI invest\u201d, this guide is for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn Stock Marketing with a Share Trading Expert! Explore Here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_step-by-step_guide_for_investing\"><\/span><strong>The step-by-step guide for investing:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25627447 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146.webp\" alt=\"The step-by-step guide for investing:\" width=\"464\" height=\"309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146.webp 1000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/28271146-750x500.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 464px) 100vw, 464px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Set clear goals (the single most important step)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Ask: <em>Why am I investing?<\/em> Typical goals and timelines:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Short term (under 3 years): emergency fund, holiday, wedding<\/li>\n<li>Medium term (3\u20137 years): house down-payment, car, children\u2019s education<\/li>\n<li>Long term (7+ years): retirement, wealth creation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Write your goals, amounts and dates. Example: \u201c\u20b95 lakh for a home furnishing fund in 4 years\u201d, this clarity will guide risk and asset allocation.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Build an emergency fund and handle high-cost debt<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Before you invest aggressively:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep an emergency fund of <strong>3\u20136 months\u2019 living expenses<\/strong> in a liquid instrument (savings account, ultra-short liquid funds).<\/li>\n<li>Pay down high-interest debt (credit cards, personal loans); the interest saved often beats investment returns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Think of these as safety rails for your investing journey.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Accounts and documents you need<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>To invest in Indian markets you generally need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A bank account to transfer funds<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>Demat account<\/strong> and a trading account if you want to buy individual stocks &#8211; SEBI and other market educators all agree that combining a Demat and trading account is the way to go to buy individual stocks.<\/li>\n<li>But for mutual funds you can invest through the fund houses themselves, or registrars (like KFintech or CAMs) or online platforms &#8211; and a mutual fund folio gets created automatically when you make an investment.<\/li>\n<li>Most investment schemes require a <strong>PAN card<\/strong> and a full KYC process; you&#8217;ll probably also need to provide your Aadhaar, plus proof of address and bank proof. For exact requirements and procedures you&#8217;ll need to check with SEBI or the Depository Participant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Documents usually required:<\/strong> PAN card, Aadhaar (or another ID and proof of address), a cancelled cheque or bank statement, a passport-style photograph, and a signature.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556854\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">free download Stock market course roadmap<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h3><strong>4. Where to start: the easiest, safest entry points<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve never invested before pick one of these two routes:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Option A: SIPs in index funds or big-cap mutual funds (a good place to start for most beginners)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Why<\/strong>: really low fees, spread your money around, and you don&#8217;t have to spend loads of time keeping track. Index funds just track the market so you don&#8217;t need to pick individual stocks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to get going<\/strong>: Pick an index fund (e.g. a tracker of the Nifty or Sensex) and start a monthly SIP with a sum you can comfortably keep up with (\u20b91,000 to \u20b95,000 a month is a good place to start).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Benefits<\/strong>: you get rupee cost averaging, you don&#8217;t have to think about it every month, and you&#8217;re less likely to make an emotional decision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Option B: direct equity (if you want to get your hands dirty and learn)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Why<\/strong>: pick a handful of stocks you&#8217;re interested in and build some conviction about them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How to get started<\/strong>: Open a Demat and trading account, then pick one valuation method (like P\/E or cash flows) and start with a small sum (e.g. \u20b910,000 &#8211; \u20b925,000) to learn on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Both routes are valid &#8211; and a lot of investors end up doing both (SIPs as their core, with direct equity as a satellite investment as they learn).<\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. How much to invest and a simple way to put a portfolio together<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A rough rule of thumb for beginners is:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Emergency fund<\/strong>: 3-6 months expenses that you won&#8217;t invest in anything too volatile<\/li>\n<li><strong>Core (passive)<\/strong>: 60-80% of your money should go into low-cost trackers or big-cap funds<\/li>\n<li><strong>Satellite (active learning)<\/strong>: 10-30% in individual stocks or sectoral bets<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alternatives (debt etc)<\/strong>: 10-30% in bonds or debt funds again depending on your risk appetite<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Here are a couple of examples of how you might split your money by risk profile (all these examples are based on a monthly SIP of \u20b910,000)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conservative<\/strong>: 70% in debt funds or savings accounts (\u20b97,000) + 30% in index funds or big caps (\u20b93,000)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Balanced<\/strong>: 50% in index funds or big caps (\u20b95,000) + 30% in debt or interest-bearing savings (\u20b93,000) + 20% direct equity (\u20b92,000)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aggressive<\/strong>: 70% in equity funds or active management, and 30% in direct equity of your choice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Over time, you can adjust this as your financial situation changes and as you become more confident.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. Choosing products: a quick primer<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Equity mutual funds\/index funds \/ ETFs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>index fund\/ETF<\/strong>: just stick to the market and you won&#8217;t get too hurt (low cost, tracks index returns &#8211; e.g. Nifty or Sensex)<\/li>\n<li><strong>actively managed big-cap fund<\/strong>: try to do better than the market by picking good stocks (but you&#8217;ll pay a bit more for the privilege)<\/li>\n<li><strong>mid\/small-cap funds<\/strong>: a bit riskier but might give you a bit more return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Direct stocks (equities)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You&#8217;re buying part of a company &#8211; so you&#8217;ll need to do some homework on them and be confident in the valuation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Fixed income (bonds\/PPF\/Deposits etc)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a bit less stressful &#8211; all these investments are designed to be safe and predictable (but that comes at a price).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hybrid funds \/ balanced advantage funds<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mix of equity and debt; helps beginners achieve a balanced approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>7. Tax basics you must know\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Tax rules can change; the following are the key points you should be aware of today.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) on listed equity &amp; equity mutual funds:<\/strong> Gains above the exempt threshold are taxable. Recent updates (post-2024 Budget) changed rates and thresholds; currently gains above <strong>\u20b91.25 lakh<\/strong> in a financial year are taxed at an effective rate set by law (the rate was updated in recent budgets). For authoritative guidance, refer to official Income-Tax tutorials and summaries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) on listed equity &amp; equity mutual funds:<\/strong> Gains from assets held less than 12 months have special provisions (Section 111A historically applied) and tax rates were revised recently; check the current Income-Tax tutorials for the exact rate applicable to trades executed today.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dividends:<\/strong> Dividends are taxed as per the investor\u2019s tax slab; dividend distribution tax at the company level was abolished earlier.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Securities Transaction Tax (STT):<\/strong> STT applies to certain stock transactions; it impacts the taxable basis and filing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Because tax rules are periodically updated, bookmark the Income-Tax Department resources or consult a chartered accountant when planning big moves.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-step_opening_accounts_and_making_your_first_investments\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-step: opening accounts and making your first investments<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1: Choose a platform\/broker<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Look for: low fees, simple mobile app, educational resources, good customer support. Popular broker categories: discount brokers (Zerodha, Groww, Upstox) and full-service brokers (ICICI Direct, HDFC Securities).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2: Complete KYC &amp; open Demat + trading accounts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need PAN, Aadhaar, bank details, cancelled cheque and a photo. SEBI publishes guidance on account opening and KYC.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3: Fund your account<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Use UPI, net banking, NEFT\/IMPS or broker wallet. For SIPs, you can setup auto-debits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4: Start small<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If new, begin with a modest SIP or an initial direct equity buy of a conservative amount (\u20b95k\u2013\u20b920k), depending on affordability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5: Use limit orders and stop-loss (for equities)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Protect against sudden volatility by setting sensible stop-losses.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_learning_path_first_6_months\"><\/span><strong>Practical learning path (first 6 months)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Month 1: Learn basics, terminology, KYC, SIPs vs lump sum. Enrol in a beginner course.<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\" \/>&gt;Month 2: Start a SIP in an index fund and read 1 annual report.<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\" \/>&gt;Month 3: Practice mock portfolios; buy one blue-chip stock with small capital.<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\" \/>&gt;Month 4: Learn tax basics and asset allocation.<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\" \/>&gt;Month 5: Explore sector ETFs or small satellite bets.<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\" \/>&gt;Month 6: Review performance, rebalance, and scale amounts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Entri\u2019s Stock Market Courses<\/strong><\/a> map exactly to this progression, from fundamentals to practical trades, helping you avoid common early mistakes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_research_stocks_and_funds\"><\/span><strong>How to research stocks and funds\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25627448 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265.webp\" alt=\"How to research stocks and funds\u00a0\" width=\"360\" height=\"260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265.webp 1000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265-300x217.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265-768x554.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265-150x108.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265-120x86.webp 120w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/121265-750x542.webp 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For mutual funds \/ index funds:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Expense ratio (lower is better for passive funds)<\/li>\n<li>Tracking error (for ETFs)<\/li>\n<li>Fund house reputation and AUM<\/li>\n<li>SIP history and past performance vs benchmark<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For stocks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Business model &amp; competitive advantage<\/li>\n<li>Revenue and profit trends (3\u20135 year view)<\/li>\n<li>Debt levels and cash flow<\/li>\n<li>Management quality and corporate governance<\/li>\n<li>Valuation metrics: P\/E, P\/B, PEG (compare with peers)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Start with a handful of simple metrics and gradually dive deeper, no need to be perfect on day one.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rebalancing_and_monitoring\"><\/span><strong>Rebalancing and monitoring<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Review quarterly<\/strong> for long-term investments; monthly if you trade actively.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rebalance annually<\/strong> to maintain your target allocation (sell some winners, buy laggards if needed).<\/li>\n<li>Watch out for: major life events, big market shifts, or a change in the company\u2019s fundamentals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep records of purchases, dividends and costs, they\u2019ll help in tax filing and performance review.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_beginner_mistakes_avoid_these\"><\/span><strong>Common beginner mistakes (avoid these)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Chasing hot tips and social-media stock tips<\/li>\n<li>Trying to time the market (buying at peak, selling in panic)<\/li>\n<li>Overconcentration in one stock or sector<\/li>\n<li>Ignoring fees and expense ratios<\/li>\n<li>Skipping tax planning and record keeping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Discipline and a rules-based approach beat emotions and impulsive trades.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Entris_Stock_Market_Courses_align_with_your_journey\"><\/span><strong>How Entri\u2019s Stock Market Courses align with your journey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Entri\u2019s Stock Market courses<\/a> are built for Indian learners who want practical, actionable knowledge:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beginner track:<\/strong> Demystifies accounts, SIPs, KYC and basic investing rules.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intermediate track:<\/strong> Teaches fundamental and technical analysis, building and reviewing portfolios.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advanced modules:<\/strong> Risk management, options basics, and algorithmic trading foundations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practical labs:<\/strong> Live demos on platform usage (SIP setup, Demat navigation), portfolio case studies, and mentor feedback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Enrolling in a structured course reduces costly trial-and-error and accelerates your ability to make confident choices.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Stock-Market-360_Pdf-1.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556854\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">free download Stock market course roadmap<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_fraud_prevention_and_regulations\"><\/span><strong>Safety, fraud prevention and regulations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Use SEBI-registered brokers and verify their credentials. SEBI provides guidance for investors on safe practices and KYC procedures.<\/li>\n<li>Enable two-factor authentication for trading apps, and link only one mobile number to your trading account. 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