Account Opening Form
Account opening form is a coop's essential document for collecting your personal, financial, and identification details to establish a new Cooperative relationship, requiring info like name, address, ID proof (citizenship/passport), photos, income source, chosen account type (savings, current), and nominee, to comply with regulations and set up services like mobile banking or internet banking.
Key Information Collected:
- Personal Details: Full name, DOB, address, contact info, occupation, family details (spouse, parents).
- Identification: Photo ID (Citizenship/Voter ID/Passport), passport-sized photos, signature specimen, sometimes tax ID (PAN).
- Account Preferences: Type (Saving, Current, Joint), mode of operation (single, joint), desired services (internet banking, mobile banking).
- Financial Info: Source of income, initial deposit amount.
- Nomination: Details of a nominee for the account.
- Declarations: Agreements to terms, tax status, political exposure.
Common Sections:
- Application Details: Applicant's info, account type, branch selection.
- Identification Proof: Citizenship/Passport/Voter ID details.
- Family Details: Spouse, Father, Mother, etc..
- Nomination Form: Details of the person to receive funds in case of death.
- Terms & Conditions: Customer agreement to cooperative rules and services.
How to Use It:
- Fill Accurately: Provide correct information; incomplete forms can cause delays.
- Attach Documents: Submit required ID copies, photos, and signatures.
- Signatures: Sign where indicated as signature specimens for verification.
- Submit: Hand it in at the bank or complete online, often requiring an initial deposit.