For most entry-level jobs in broking, NISM Series VIII (Equity Derivatives) is the most widely asked-for certificate. For research roles, Series XV (Research Analyst) is mandatory, and for mutual fund distribution, Series V-A is the one. The right certificate depends on the job you want: A hypothetical example: a commerce graduate in Thane applying to […]
What is the difference between a GTT order and a stop-loss order?
A stop-loss order is a day order sent to the exchange that exits your trade when price hits a trigger, and it lapses at the end of the session. A GTT sits with your broker for weeks or months and only goes to the exchange once its trigger price is touched. So the difference is […]
What will I learn in Upside’s Fundamental Analysis course?
You will learn to judge whether a company is financially healthy and fairly priced, by reading its annual report, financial statements and key ratios. The course runs for about 1.5 months in a classroom format. The focus is practical. Instead of memorising definitions, you work through real-format balance sheets and profit and loss statements and […]
What is a GTT order?
GTT stands for Good Till Triggered. It is an order you set once with a trigger price, and it stays active for a long period (often up to a year, depending on your broker) until that price is hit. Normal orders expire at the end of the trading day. A GTT is different because it […]
What is LTQ in the share market?
LTQ stands for Last Traded Quantity. It is the number of shares that changed hands in the most recent trade of a stock. If the LTQ shows 250, the last trade on the exchange was for 250 shares. You’ll usually see LTQ next to LTP (last traded price) on your broker’s market watch or quote […]
What is the first step after opening a demat account?
Before you buy anything, spend a little time setting up the account properly and learning how it works. The first trade can wait a week or two. Then pause. Write down your goal for the account, how much you will add each month and what you will not do, for example no F&O for the […]
Which is the easiest NISM certification?
Most students find NISM Series V-A (Mutual Fund Distributors) the easiest to start with, because the topics are familiar and the concepts are less technical than derivatives or research analysis. Easy is relative, though. Series V-A covers mutual fund types, NAV, taxation basics, distributor rules and investor servicing. If you’ve invested through SIPs, much of […]
How much can a beginner realistically earn from trading?
Honestly, most beginners earn nothing or lose money in their first year of trading. Nobody can give you a typical return, and anyone who quotes a fixed monthly figure is selling something. A realistic first-year goal is to protect your capital while you build a tested process. The official numbers back this up. In FY26, […]
Can a minor have a demat account in India?
Yes. A minor can have a demat account in their own name, operated by a parent or legal guardian until the minor turns 18. The shares belong to the child, while the guardian handles all instructions and signatures. To open one, you usually need the minor’s PAN card, proof of date of birth such as […]