NISM VIII — NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certification Examination

BeginnerActiveEstablished
Issuer
NISM (National Institute of Securities Markets)
Industry
Finance & Accounting
Domain
Investment Analysis & Asset Management
Level
Beginner
Exam fee
INR 1,500 + applicable taxes exam fee (published by NISM)

Prerequisites & eligibility

No formal prerequisites are published; anyone can register for the exam.

Renewal & maintenance

Valid for 3 years. Renew by exam.

Certificate valid 3 years; Renew by retaking the exam or attending the NISM CPE programme before expiry

Recognition

Mandatory SEBI certification for equity derivatives dealers/staff of trading members in India.

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