{"id":24489,"date":"2025-11-11T11:29:55","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T11:29:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samco.in\/help-support\/?post_type=ht_kb&p=24489"},"modified":"2026-02-25T10:36:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:36:03","slug":"how-to-change-your-name-on-samco-star-back-office","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/www.samco.in\/help-support\/article\/how-to-change-your-name-on-samco-star-back-office\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I update my name on my Samco account?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

No matter if it\u2019s a spelling issue, a name change, or just aligning with your documents, keeping your Samco account details correct is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a simple step-by-step guide to help you through the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Log in to Samco Star Back Office<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To begin, visit the Samco Star Back Office portal<\/a> and log in with your Samco credentials<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong> The credentials for the Samco Star Back Office and the Samco Mobile App are different. For Star Back Office, the password can either be your PAN number or the password you have set specifically for the Back Office.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2: Verify with OTP<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After entering your login details, click on Send OTP.
You\u2019ll receive a One-Time Password (OTP) on your registered mobile number or email ID.
Enter the OTP

Note:<\/strong> The OTP is valid for 10 minutes, so make sure to enter it promptly<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3: Go to \u2018Account Settings\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the dashboard:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Click on your profile at the top-right corner.<\/li>
  • From the dropdown menu, select \u2018Account Settings\u2019.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Step 4: Choose the Modification Option<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    In the Account Settings section:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Look for the Modify Now button and click on it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Step 5: Select Name Change Modification<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      In the dropdown list of modification services, click on the option labeled “Name Change”\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This dedicated section allows you to correct spelling errors, update your name after marriage, or align it with your official documents, all depending on what needs to be changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Step 6: Enter Your Updated Name Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      • The screen will display your current Client ID, Client Name, DP ID, DP Name, Depository (CDSL), and DP Beneficiary ID. Confirm these details are correct.<\/li>
      • Enter your New Name as per the legal document.<\/li>
      • Specify the Reason for Change (e.g., Marriage, Legal Correction, etc.)<\/li>
      • Upload a scanned copy of your PAN Card showing the updated name.<\/li>
      • Upload any Alternate ID Proof (Gazette Notification, Marriage Certificate, Passport).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Note:<\/strong> You can upload your documents in any of the following accepted formats: JPEG, PNG, JPG, or PDF.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Step 7: E-sign or Aadhaar Verification<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        After filling in the details and uploading the required documents for your modification request, you will be redirected to begin the Aadhaar e-sign process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        • Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number in the designated box.<\/li>
        • Click on Submit to proceed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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