How to Clear NISM Series XV Research Analyst Exam in 3 Weeks

access_time 2026-08-03T03:04:29.661Z face Prof Sheetal Kunder
How to Clear NISM Series XV Research Analyst Exam in 3 Weeks (Real Strategy) Quick Read Mahesh Darekar, a former UK IT professional, cleared the NISM Series XV exam in his first attempt with 77%, after just three weeks of preparation He skipped the official NISM workbook and audiobook, finding both...

Which Is The Most Beneficial Career Path in 2026? MFD or RIA?

access_time 2026-08-01T03:09:36.776Z face Prof. Sheetal Kunder
Investment Adviser vs Mutual Fund Distributor: SEBI Guide 2026 In 2026, choosing between SEBI investment adviser registration and mutual fund distributor licensing is really a choice between two different careers. Investment advisers clear NISM X-A, register with SEBI through BSE’s IAASB, charge cl...

What is the Actual Success Rate for NISM X-A certification?

access_time 2026-08-01T03:01:27.416Z face Prof. Sheetal Kunder
NISM X-A Pass Rate: Why 90% Success Claims Are Misleading SEBI’s own consultation paper shows NISM X-A’s pass percentage is close to one in four candidates, the weakest among all NISM certifications. Coaching sites that claim 90 percent plus success usually talk about a filtered subset of their bes...

How to Become Completely Eligible for Securing SEBI's RIA licence?

access_time 2026-08-01T02:21:22.967Z face Prof. Sheetal Kunder
Becoming a SEBI-Registered NISM Investment Advisor in 2026 Quick Read Becoming a SEBI-registered NISM investment advisor in 2026 runs through six stages: check eligibility, clear NISM X-A, register on BSE's IAASB portal, submit documents, pay fees, and maintain a client-linked deposit before your ce...

What it Really Takes Today for an RIA to Advise the Indian Family Offices?

access_time 2026-08-01T02:11:12.287Z face Prof. Sheetal Kunder
Family Offices in India Are Booming What It Means for NISM Investment Advisers Quick Read Family office growth in India is one of the biggest stories in Indian wealth management right now, with over 300 family offices managing more than 30 billion dollars in assets. These setups need more than fund...