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How to activate commodity segment on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide explains how to activate the commodity futures and options segment (MCX) on an existing Zerodha account, covering the income proof requirement, the structure of Zerodha’s commodity membership, and the distinct features of commodity trading compared to equity.

Step-by-step procedure

Step 1: Understand the commodity segment structure

Zerodha’s commodity segment operates through its SEBI-registered commodity broking entity, which holds membership of the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) and the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX). The Zerodha commodity segment overview describes the instruments available, including:

How to activate currency segment on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide explains how to activate the currency derivatives segment on an existing Zerodha account, enabling trading in currency futures and options on the NSE and BSE currency platforms.

Prerequisites

An active Zerodha trading and demat account with the equity segment enabled.
Income proof: the latest ITR acknowledgement, three months of salary slips, six months of bank statement, or a Chartered Accountant-issued net worth certificate.
Understanding that currency derivatives on NSE/BSE are cash-settled, based on the RBI reference rate for the respective currency pair, and are not the same as forex spot trading or international remittances. SEBI and RBI regulations prohibit speculative currency derivatives positions that are not backed by an underlying hedging need, though this restriction is enforced at the portfolio level rather than at individual trade entry.
NRI accounts are restricted from currency derivatives trading under FEMA. Resident Indians with currency exposure (import/export businesses, foreign loan obligations) are the primary eligible users, though retail participation is also permitted within SEBI-specified position limits.

Step-by-step procedure

Step 1: Understand what the currency segment offers

The currency derivatives segment on NSE (NSE-CX) and BSE (BSE-CX) provides access to:

How to activate F&O segment on Zerodha

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This guide explains how to activate the equity futures and options (F&O) segment on an existing Zerodha trading account, covering the income proof documents accepted, the online activation flow, and the timeline for segment enablement.

Step-by-step procedure

Step 1: Log in to Console

Go to console.zerodha.com and log in with the Zerodha user ID and password. Console is the back-office portal where account-level settings, statements, and segment management are handled. The segment activation feature is not available directly from the Kite trading platform.