DSW, which represents private investors, said on Monday it had gained enough support from shareholders to put the audit to a vote at the bank's annual general meeting on May 21.

DSW is seeking, among other things, independent confirmation that the bank has set aside enough legal provisions to handle the looming threats of fines and settlements.

Deutsche Bank was not immediately available for comment.

(Reporting by Andreas Kroener; Writing by Arno Schuetze; Editing by Ludwig Burger)