NISM Series V-A, also called NISM 5-A, is a certification exam offered by the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) in India. This exam is officially known as the NISM-Series-V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification Examination. It is designed for people who want to become mutual fund distributors or for those who are already distributing mutual funds and need to meet regulatory requirements.
Who Should Take the NISM 5-A Exam?
- Aspiring Mutual Fund Distributors: People who want to start a career in distributing mutual funds.
- Current Mutual Fund Distributors: Professionals who are already distributing mutual funds and need to meet regulatory requirements.
- Financial Advisors: Professionals who provide investment advice and want to add mutual fund distribution to their services.
- Banking and Financial Services Employees: People working in banks or financial institutions who sell mutual fund products.
- Students and Fresh Graduates: Those who want to enter the financial services industry and gain knowledge in mutual funds.
The NISM 5-A certification exam is for people who want to become mutual fund distributors or need to meet the rules for distributing mutual funds in India.
This exam is for those who want to become mutual fund distributors, those already in the field, financial advisors, bank employees, and students or graduates interested in mutual funds.
The exam includes basics of mutual funds, legal and regulatory rules, different mutual fund products, basics of investment management, how to sell mutual funds, and tax rules for mutual fund investments.
Passing this exam allows you to legally sell mutual funds in India, increases your knowledge about mutual funds, and boosts your credibility in the financial industry.
You can prepare by studying the official materials, taking a video course (like the one offered here), and practicing with sample questions and mock exams.
The exam has 100 multiple-choice questions and takes 2 hours. You need to score at least 50% to pass, and there’s no negative marking for wrong answers.
The NISM 5 certification is valid for three years. After that, you need to take a refresher course or retake the exam to renew your certification.
The exam is available at NISM-approved centers across India. You can register for the exam online through the NISM website.
The exam fee is usually around INR 1500. For the most up-to-date information, check the official NISM website.
Study materials are available online, including the official NISM workbook. Our video course covers all the exam topics and includes practice questions to help you prepare.