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NISM CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION

Mutual Fund Distributors

Prepare for NISM-Series-V-A Mutual Fund Distributors Certification Examination with structured learning covering mutual fund concepts, products, distribution, scheme evaluation, financial planning, taxation, regulations and investor suitability.

NISM Series V-A Mutual Fund Distributors exam preparation at Chart Education

Prepare for the NISM-Series-V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification Examination with structured classroom training at Chart Education. Learn mutual fund concepts, scheme structures, products, distribution practices, scheme evaluation, financial planning, taxation, regulatory requirements and investor-related concepts through concept-based learning, practical examples, question practice and mock tests.

EXAM DURATION

2 Hours

MAXIMUM MARKS

100

PASSING MARKS

50%

NEGATIVE MARKING

No Negative Marking

QUESTIONS

100

 Detailed Syllabus

Detailed Syllabus — 12 Units

  1. Investment Landscape

  2. Concept and Role of a Mutual Fund

  3. Legal Structure of Mutual Funds in India

  4. Legal and Regulatory Environment

  5. Fund Distribution & Channel Management

  6. Scheme Related Information

  7. Fund Selection

  8. Financial Planning

  9. Valuation of Mutual Fund Investments

  10. Taxation

  11. Investor Services

  12. Mutual Fund Industry & Investor Protection

Examination Pattern


100 Questions • 100 Marks • 2 Hours • 50% Passing Score • No Negative Marking

The examination tests knowledge of mutual fund products, structures, distribution, scheme evaluation, financial planning, taxation, regulations and investor services.

Preparation Approach & Career Relevance

Chart Education follows a structured preparation approach:

Learn → Understand → Practise → Analyse → Revise → Mock Test → Improve

Preparation includes:

  • 40 practice questions per chapter/unit

  • Detailed answer explanations

  • 20 full-length mock tests

  • Case-based/application-oriented practice wherever applicable

  • Exam-oriented revision

  • Original practice questions created for preparation; actual NISM examination questions are not reproduced.

The certification is relevant to learners and professionals interested in mutual fund distribution and related financial-services roles. NISM identifies distributors, agents, brokers, sub-brokers and employees involved in mutual-fund sales/distribution among the associated persons for whom this certification is relevant.

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