There are various ways to activate or register for the SMS banking facility provided by HDFC. Here are the various methods you can use: 

By SMS – Customers can register for the facility by sending an SMS.

  1. Customers can send the following SMS – REGISTER to 5676712 from their registered mobile number.
  2. HDFC SMS Banking is registered instantly.

NetBanking – Customers can also register for the SMS banking facility using NetBanking.

  1. HDFC customers must login using their customer ID and IPIN.
  2. The user is required to click on SMS Banking Registration.
  3. The user must then fill in the required details.

ATM – HDFC Bank customers can also register for the facility through a HDFC ATM.

  1. The HDFC customer must enter his or her ATM PIN.
  2. The ATM machine will display the ‘More Options’ tab, on the home page.
  3. The user can then register for mobile banking.

Bank Branch – Customers who want to register for HDFC SMS Banking can also fill in the application form and drop it at the bank’s branch.

Additional Reading: What Is Sms Banking In Hdfc