NISM Students FAQs

How do I create an account?

You need to create an account before taking a course. Click on Menu Icon (Three horizontal lines) present on the top left of the Store Screen. From the opened menu, click on Login/Register button. Click on Sign Up. Enter your Email Id & Password to register for an account.

How to take a Course?

After you have purchased the Course or used the access code of the course, the course would be added to your My Course Section. Click on the Course image to start the course.

How to become SEBI® Research Analyst?

We've got a detailed video series on how to become a SEBI registered member where we've interviewed Vedant Jain (SEBI registered member), you can watch the video below. 
After you enroll for the NISM XV complete guide course, you get some guidance on the documentation process.

Which NISM series to opt for if I just want to gain basic knowledge of the stock market?

We recommend going for NISM XIII - Securities Market Foundation which gives an overall outlook of the market. After completing this series you understand in which area (banking, insurance, broking, or research) your interest lies. 

So you can do your further specialization in the relevant NISM series.

I have issues with Login, what should I do?

You can click on Forgot Password link to reset your password from the login screen. We will send the new password to your registered email address. Try to login with the new password.
If the issue still persists, directly contact us
+91 99873 08778 (WhatsApp Number) or drop an email to skunder2727@gmail.com with the issue details.

I am unable to access the Course, what should I do?

Please check whether you are using the same email, which was used for purchasing. Check for the course in your My Course section. If the course is still not available, contact us +91 99873 08778 (WhatsApp Number) or drop an email to skunder2727@gmail.com

What is the exam success rate of PSKA students?

More than 90% of students who enroll with us cleared on the 1st attempt.

Do we get a job in SEBI after passing NISM?

SEBI has its recruitment process and doesn't mandatorily require NISM certification.

Do all the NISM certifications have 3 years of validity?

Yes. After 3 years, you need to reappear by paying the exam fees and gain NISM certification.

Is it necessary to clear certification in RA exam after completing PGP in RA from NSIM?

You need to complete the NISM RA exam to fulfill the certification requirements.
Both courses are different and completing PGP doesn't make you NISM RA certified

Calculator allowed for the exam?

Physical calculator is allowed in the exam. Don't carry a scientific calculator as it reduces the speed because of small keys.
Only two places you require scientific calculator, to calculate PV and FV and to calculate CAGR, and for that you can use screen based calculator’s scientific version.
Secondly never even think of using screen based calculator because it will kill lot of your time and you might make lots of mistakes also.

Does NISM provide plain paper for rough work?
You can use your hall ticket back side , at centre they do provide paper but you need to submit it back while leaving the exam hall.

Do we've videos available in English?

On YouTube, we use bilinguals to benefit everyone (we do have English subtitles).


In our course, we provide complete English transcription

How long does it take to prepare for this course?
Depends on the student background in securities market and finance. MBA finance students can clear in 20-30 days if they're doing their job too. BCom students can have 10-15 prep day.

Does our QnA + NISM workbook enough to clear NISM XV series?

We provide exam oriented questions + we recommend daily NISM workbook reading. Students can discuss with PSKA alumni who cleared successfully in the 1st attempt.

When NISM exams are conducted?

It depends which city you belong to. In Mumbai, exam is every day conducted but it certain type of cities exams are conducted once a week.
For any queries you can call at 9987308778

Will you get any discount on purchasing any of our courses?

We offer a 10% discount only to college students on our NISM XV Complete Guide course. 

If there's any festival or occasion, we release a universal discount coupon that everyone can apply. You'll get the discount coupon notifications whenever we release it.

What is the process of NISM exam registration?

We've got a detailed video on the full registration process explained on our channel, you can watch it below. If you've any doubts, you can directly comment on this video.

I'm confused about which NISM Series to pursue

There're more than 1,35,000 monthly searches for NISM and many of them don't have clarity to which series to pursue first. We've got a Student Advisor (Mr. Shreyas Karade 9503359949) who'll help you with this and guide you on your further financial career with current NISM updates.

How will I get a complete brochure of all the PSKA program offerings with a comparison to other educators?

Surely, we've prepared individual brochures for our different programs with detailed comparison tables. You can access them by clicking here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dDauKKxXCEz2buymqObEuY05Qg0XD9V6?usp=sharing

Do we provide any research reports on different sectors to improve analytical skills?

Yes, we've created a separate page for the research reports breakdown. You can head on to the menu navigation ( or click here) where we've laid down diverse reports in different sectors

Where can I read more Google reviews of students and stay updated on important announcements?

How to apply for a job/internship after clearing NISM equity derivatives series?
We provide job assistance to students plus we suggest students check on LinkedIn regularly about finance jobs.