How to Buy Coins in CoinDCX?

CoinDCX is one of India’s most popular crypto exchanges. It’s easy to use, beginner-friendly, and has a wide range of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Shiba Inu, and many more. So here we will understand more about how to buy coins in CoinDCX.

Create a CoinDCX Account

To buy any coin, first, you need an account. How to do it:

Go to www.coindcx.com or download the app.
Tap on “Sign Up.”
Enter your email, mobile number, and set a password.
Verify using OTP.
Your account is ready.

Note: Use a strong password. Not something silly like 123456.

Complete Your KYC

KYC means "Know Your Customer." It’s mandatory in India to use financial platforms.

What you need:

PAN Card
Aadhaar Card
A clear selfie

How to do it:

Go to your profile > Select “Complete KYC”
Upload PAN and Aadhaar
Take and upload a selfie
Verification usually takes 10-15 minutes

Add Money to Your CoinDCX Wallet

Just like you recharge your Paytm wallet, you need to add INR to your CoinDCX wallet to buy coins.

Tap on “Add Funds.”
Enter amount (₹500, ₹1000, etc.)
Choose UPI, IMPS, Netbanking, or Bank Transfer.
Complete payment.

Start small if you're new. ₹500 is enough to get started.

Steps to Buy Coins in CoinDCX

Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to buy coins in Coindcx:

1. Open the CoinDCX App and make sure you're logged in to your account.

2. Search for a Coin

You can either scroll the home screen to see trending coins, OR
Use the search bar at the top to find your preferred coin (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Shiba Inu)

Tap on the Coin. Once you find the coin, tap on it to open the coin’s buy/sell page. And tap the “Buy” Button.

4. Choose how much to buy, so enter the amount in INR (example: ₹500 or ₹1000).

5. Choose how to buy, so you have two options:

Instant Buy: Buy at the current market price. Just swipe to confirm.
Limit Order: Set your own price. Enter the price and amount, then swipe to confirm.

6. Done! You’ve successfully bought the coin. It will now show up in your Portfolio section.

Conclusion

In conclusion, buying coins on CoinDCX is super simple. Just like you order biryani on Zomato or shop on Amazon, you can buy Bitcoin or any crypto in minutes. Make an account > Add money > Choose coin > Buy. Start small, stay smart. Crypto can grow your money, but only if you invest wisely. Always do your research before buying any coin.

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Saniya

I'm a finance content writer with a BBA in FinTech, passionate about simplifying money matters for everyday Indians. I break down complex topics like investments, savings, and digital finance into easy, relatable content. My goal is to help you in a way that’s easy to understand, jargon-free, and actually useful in real life.

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