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Open a Current Account for your Business Banking needs

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Zero Charges on 40+ Banking Services
Built for High-Volume Transactions
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What is a Current Account?

A current account is a bank account meant for day-to-day banking requirements of businesses, professionals, and organisations. It supports frequent financial transactions, including incoming receipts, transfers, cheques issued, and cash deposited, manages operational cash flow efficiently and keeps finances organised. IDFC FIRST Bank offers multiple current account variants that can be upgraded seamlessly to match your transaction volume, cash flow, and operational requirements.

Our current accounts cater to businesses of all sizes and support high-volume transactions, seamless payments, and easy cash management. Whether you are opening a current account for the first time or switching banks, you can begin your application for a current account online. At IDFC FIRST Bank, opening a current account online is fast, secure, and hassle-free, with transparent charges for current accounts, powerful digital banking tools, and fast onboarding. Read more

8 Benefits of Opening
a Current Account with IDFC FIRST Bank

Opening a current account with IDFC FIRST Bank provides your business with flexibility, efficiency, and control your company needs to perform daily transactions smoothly.

Our current accounts are designed to help businesses at various life-cycle stages with transparent pricing, strong digital banking capabilities, and customised solutions to diverse operational requirements. Here are the 8 key benefits of having a current account with IDFC FIRST Bank:

IDFC FIRST Bank makes current account opening easy and keeps your business banking hassle-free.

*On select variants only. The applicable Fixed Deposit (FD) rates are notified on the website, they are subject to change from time to time.

Types of Current Accounts

Platinum Account

₹2,00,000 AMB

A premium current account with Auto-Sweep FD facility:

Free Cash deposit limit of 15X of current month’s AMB
Zero Charges on 40+ commonly used current account services
Free VISA Signature debit card with 2/ Quarter free lounge access

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Gold Account

₹50,000 AMB

Experience exclusive privileges with our Gold Current Account:

Free Cash deposit limit of 12X of current month’s AMB
Zero Charges on 40+ commonly used current account services
Free VISA Platinum debit card with 1/ Quarter free lounge access

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Silver Plus Account

₹25,000 AMB

Accelerate growth with our Silver Plus Current Account:

Free Cash deposit limit of 10X of current month’s AMB or ₹50 lakhs - whichever is lower
Zero charges on NEFT, RTGS, and all transactions at IDFC FIRST Bank ATMs
Free VISA Platinum debit card 1/ Quarter free lounge access

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Silver Account

₹10,000 AMB (Limited to select locations)

Take your business further with Silver Current Account:

Free Cash deposit limit of 10X of current month’s AMB or ₹10 lakhs - whichever is lower
Zero charges on NEFT, RTGS, and all transactions at IDFC FIRST Bank ATMs
Free VISA Platinum debit card with 1/ Quarter free lounge access

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Zero Forex Markup Account

Accounts made for export-import businesses that often handle foreign exchange.

Zero Forex Markup on transactions up to $50 million
Zero Transaction charges across remittances
Trade First Portal, just book the deal and transact

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World Business Account

A dedicated account for importers and exporters to manage both international and domestic trade:

WBA Platinum: Maintain AMB ₹2,00,000 or Monthly Trade Throughput of $50,000
WBA Gold: Maintain AMB ₹50,000 or Monthly Trade Throughput of $25,000
Dedicated Trade Support Desk for expert assistance

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Startup Current Account

Ideal launchpad for your startup, with Nil AMB for the first 3 years post account opening, after which the minimum AMB is ₹2,00,000.

Free Cash deposit limit of up to ₹30 lakh per month
FIRSTWINGS Startup Banking Program - Your all-in-one enabler for capital, knowledge, networks, and technology
Free VISA Signature debit card with 2/ Quarter free lounge access

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TASC Institutional Account

Zero Balance Account

A specially designed account exclusively for Trusts, Associations, Societies, and Clubs

Free Cash deposit limit of up to 15X of current month’s AMB
Zero Charges on 40+ commonly used current account services
Free VISA Signature debit card with 2/ Quarter free lounge access

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Merchant Multiplier Account

A thoughtfully designed zero balance current account to empower merchants and support growth

Free cash deposit up to 20X of the total (POS + UPI QR) collection (Up to ₹30 lakhs)
Zero Charges on 30+ commonly used current account services
Preferential pricing on POS & Soundbox along with complementary QR standee

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Dynamic Business Account

A zero-balance account designed for business professionals seeking dynamic solutions

Free cash deposit limit of 10X of current month’s AMB
Zero Charges on 30+ commonly used current account services
Free VISA Signature debit card with 2/ Quarter free lounge access

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Agri Multiplier Account

Exclusive Current Account for Arthiyas and grain traders, built to handle the seasonality of business

Free Cash deposit limit of 20X of current month’s AMB (Up to 1 crore)
Zero Charges on 30+ commonly used current account services
₹50,000 AQB: To address the seasonal nature of business, get an option to maintain Quarterly Average Balance

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Special Purpose Accounts

Customised Current Accounts to meet your specific requirements. Explore our complete suite of accounts

RERA Account: Promoters and Developers of residential, commercial, or plotted development projects registered under RERA
EEFC Account: retain your foreign exchange earnings without converting them into INR immediately
SNRR Account: A Rupee-denominated account specially for non-residents having specific business transactions permitted under FEMA

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AMB = Average Monthly Balance

Who Should Open a Current Account?

Whether you are a shop owner or run an enterprise, your current account supports your day-to-day business operations.

Retail Businesses

Manage daily sales, vendor payments, and frequent cash deposits with ease, while enabling POS and UPI collections for seamless customer payments

Traders

Handle high-frequency buying and selling transactions, manage working capital efficiently, and track real-time cash inflows and outflows

Doctors / Clinics

Track patient payments, manage operational expenses, and enable digital payment options for a better patient experience

CA Firms

Manage multiple client transactions, streamline compliance-related payments like GST/TDS, and maintain organised financial records

E-commerce Sellers

Receive online payments from marketplaces, manage settlement cycles, and handle refunds and vendor payouts efficiently

Restaurants

Manage high daily transaction volumes, accept multiple payment modes, and streamline vendor payments and operational expenses

Contractors

Handle project-based cash flows, manage vendor and labour payments, and track incoming client payments across projects

Exporters

Manage cross-border transactions, receive international payments, and handle foreign exchange flows efficiently

Wholesale Business

Manage bulk transactions, supplier payments, high-value cash flows, while managing invoicing and smooth collections from retailers and distributors

IT Services

Manage client payments, billing, and vendor payouts, while tracking cash flows, domestic and international transactions in real time

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Current Account vs Other Types of Accounts and Payment Facilities

Purpose

Transactions

Interest

Overdraft Facility

Ideal For

Current Account

Business transactions

High-volume, High frequency

None except GIFT City CA

Available

Businesses, firms

Savings Account

Personal savings

Limited

Earn Interest

Limited

Individuals

Purpose

Usage

Integration

Ideal for

Current Account

Manage Business Funds

Daily transactions

Banking + payments

All businesses

Merchant Account

Accept customer payments

Payment gateway settlements

Linked to payment processors

Online/retail sellers

Purpose

Nature

Usage

Interest

Ideal for

Current Account

Daily transaction

Deposit Account

Payments, collections

Typically, none (on balance)

Routine operations

Cash Credit

Working capital financing

Loan against stock/receivables

Business funding needs

Charged on utilised amount

Inventory - heavy businesses

Overdraft

Short-term liquidity support

Credit linked to account

Temporary cash shortfalls

Charged on overdrawn amount

Managing short-term gaps

A current account offers unlimited transactions and easy access for businesses managing daily payments. A savings account on the other hand helps individuals earn interest and build funds securely.

Eligibility Criteria for Opening a Current Account

IDFC FIRST Bank enables current account opening for a wide range of individuals and business entities. The following entities are broadly eligible to open a current account:

Hindu Undivided Family (H.U.F.)

Sole Proprietorship

Partnership/ LLPs

OPC / Private / Limited Company

Trusts, Associations, Societies and Clubs

Resident Individual

Eligibility may vary by current account variant selected. Additional documents or conditions may apply based on the nature of the business and regulatory requirements.

How to Open a Current Account

Opening a current account with IDFC FIRST Bank is simple and digitally supported, designed to get your business onboarded quickly and seamlessly.

Click on the “Apply Now” link to start your journey

Select your preferred current account variant based on your business needs

Fill in basic details like pin code, email ID, mobile number, and business name

Our bank representative will contact you to complete the process and assist your through the process

At IDFC FIRST Bank, you get a seamless digital journey to get you onboarded and help speed up account opening

Documents Required to Open a Current Account

To complete the current account opening process, you must submit documents based on your business constitution, as per KYC guidelines. Documents include identity proof, address proof, and entity-related papers.

Entity documents

Proprietor’s PAN

Photo and OVD

Proof of nature of business

The final document list may vary by current account variant and regulatory requirements.

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HUF PAN

Karta’s PAN and OVD

HUF declaration

The final document list may vary by current account variant and regulatory requirements.

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Incorporation or partnership documents

Entity PAN

Address proof

Authorised signatory and Beneficial Owner OVD

Declarations

The final document list may vary by current account variant and regulatory requirements.

Click here to learn more about required documents.

Current Account Fees And Charges

There is no separate charge to open a current account with IDFC FIRST Bank. You are required to make an initial deposit, which varies by the selected current account variant. Applicable fees after account opening, will be as per Schedule of Charges of the bank.

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Current Account FAQs

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Eligibility

Opening

Features

Payments

Servicing

Who is eligible to open a Current Account?

IDFC FIRST Bank allows a wide range of entities to open a current account based on business structure and KYC compliance. Broadly eligible applicants include:

Self-employed professionals,
Hindu Undivided Families (HUF),
Sole proprietorships, partnerships,
OPC/Private & Public limited companies, and
Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP).

Do Current Accounts offer interest earnings?

Current accounts do not bear any interest, unlike a savings account. However, IDFC FIRST Bank provides a unique "BRAVO" facility in select current account variants whereby surplus funds could be automatically swept into a fixed deposit, thereby earning interest at competitive FD rates without penalty on premature withdrawal. This helps businesses optimise idle funds while still maintaining liquidity.

What is the required minimum balance for a Current Account?

The minimum balance requirement varies and depends on the variant of the current account you choose. As mentioned, the Platinum Current Account has an AMB requirement of ₹2,00,000. Other variants, such as the Silver Plus Current Account, have lower AMB requirements, for instance, ₹25,000. Non-maintenance of the required AMB may attract charges as per the Bank's Schedule of Charges.Can a single individual open a current account?

Can a single individual open a current account?

Yes, IDFC FIRST Bank allows a resident individual running a business or professional practice to open a Current Account, subject to meeting KYC norms and providing the related documents.

Are multiple current accounts allowed for one person or business?

Businesses can typically maintain multiple current accounts across different variants, depending on their operational requirements. However, internal policies or regulatory considerations, such as maintaining the required AMB for each account, must be considered. It is recommended to check with the bank relationship manager for very specific use cases before opening multiple accounts.

What are the documents required to open a current account?

To successfully open a current account, you must provide Business related documents as well as identity and address proofs for the authorised signatory(ies) such as:

PAN card

Aadhaar card

Passport

Voter’s ID

Please note that business-related documents vary by entity type:

GST registration or business registration proof for proprietorships,

Partnership deed for partnerships,

Certificate of incorporation for companies, and

LLP agreements for LLPs.

Additional proofs (like utility bills and registered office address) may also be required as part of the KYC process.

Click here for a complete list of documents.

What factors should you consider when opening a current account?

When opening a current account, it is important to choose an account that aligns with your business needs and supports efficient day-to-day banking. Key factors to consider include:

Type of current account: Select a variant that matches your business structure and scale.

Transaction volume: Assess expected deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.

Charges and fees: Review AMB requirements, transaction charges, and other service fees.

Digital banking access: Ensure robust online/mobile banking for seamless management.

Scalability: Choose an account that can support your business as it grows.

Is there any minimum turnover requirement for a current account?

No, there is typically no strict minimum turnover requirement. However, different current account variants may be designed for businesses with varying transaction volumes and balance requirements.

Can you open a current account without a GST number?

Yes, you can open a current account without a GST number if your business is not required to be GST-registered. Alternative business registration documents can be submitted as proof.

What are the limits associated with a current account?

Limits in a current account depend on the selected variant and may include:

Cash deposit limits (daily/monthly thresholds)

Cash withdrawal limits

Cheque deposit handling limits

Transaction limits (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/UPI)

These limits vary by account type, and higher-tier accounts typically offer more flexibility.

Can you use a current account to make GST and TDS Payments?

Yes, a current account can be used to make GST, TDS, and other statutory payments through online banking or authorised payment portals.

Can you pay taxes from your current account?

Yes, businesses can use their current accounts to pay direct and indirect taxes, including income tax, GST, and advance tax.

What is GST reconciliation with current account?

GST reconciliation involves matching your bank transactions with GST filings to ensure accuracy in reported sales, input credits, and tax payments.

Can I integrate my current account with my business accounting software?

Yes, many businesses integrate their current account with accounting or ERP software to automate bookkeeping, reconciliation, and financial reporting.

Can I transfer my existing current account from another bank to IDFC FIRST Bank?

While accounts cannot be directly transferred, you can open a new current account with IDFC FIRST Bank and shift your banking operations seamlessly.

How do I close my current account?

To close a current account, you need to submit a closure request, clear all dues, and ensure there are no pending transactions before account closure is processed.

Documents required to switch current accounts from another bank to IDFC FIRST Bank?

Account switching requires:

KYC documents

Business registration proof

Existing bank account details

Board resolution (for companies, if applicable)

Does the IDFC FIRST Bank Current Account offer cash flow management?

A current account plays a key role in managing your business cash flow efficiently. With IDFC FIRST Bank, businesses can:

Track inflows and outflows in real time

Manage working capital effectively

Optimise liquidity using features like auto-sweep (BRAVO).

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Open a Current Account for your Business Banking needs

What is a Current Account?

8 Benefits of Openinga Current Account with IDFC FIRST Bank

Zero Charges on 40+ Current Account services*

Specialized collection solution – ESCROW, BBPS, E-Nach

Earn 6.50% interest with Auto-sweep FD (Bravo)*

Customized payment solutions – API & ERP Banking

One app for personal & business banking needs

Bulk & Tax payments on mobile

Avail QR, Soundbox, POS, PG & track daily collections

Dedicated relationship manager support

Types of Current Accounts

Platinum Account

Gold Account

Silver Plus Account

Silver Account

Zero Forex Markup Account

World Business Account

Startup Current Account

TASC Institutional Account

Merchant Multiplier Account

Dynamic Business Account

Agri Multiplier Account

Special Purpose Accounts

Platinum Account

Gold Account

Silver Plus Account

Silver Account

Zero Forex Markup Account

World Business Account

Startup Current Account

TASC Institutional Account

Merchant Multiplier Account

Dynamic Business Account

Agri Multiplier Account

Special Purpose Account

Platinum Account

Gold Account

Silver Plus Account

Silver Account

Zero Forex Markup Account

World Business Account

Startup Current Account

TASC Institutional Account

Merchant Multiplier Account

Dynamic Business Account

Agri Multiplier Account

Special Purpose Account

Who Should Open a Current Account?

Retail Businesses

Traders

Doctors / Clinics

CA Firms

E-commerce Sellers

Restaurants

Contractors

Exporters

Wholesale Business

IT Services

Compare Current Account

Current Account vs Other Types of Accounts and Payment Facilities

Eligibility Criteria for Opening a Current Account

How to Open a Current Account

Documents Required to Open a Current Account

Entity documents

Proprietor’s PAN

Photo and OVD

Proof of nature of business

HUF PAN

Karta’s PAN and OVD

HUF declaration

Incorporation or partnership documents

Entity PAN

Address proof

Authorised signatory and Beneficial Owner OVD

Declarations

8 Benefits of Opening
a Current Account with IDFC FIRST Bank