What’s the difference between NISM and NCFM certifications specifically?

NISM certifications come from the National Institute of Securities Markets, set up by SEBI, and many are mandatory for specific regulated roles such as derivatives dealer, mutual fund distributor or research analyst. NCFM (NSE’s Certification in Financial Markets) is run by the National Stock Exchange and is a knowledge certification that builds and shows expertise in areas like technical analysis, fundamental analysis and derivatives.

In practice, employers check for the NISM module a role requires first, and NCFM adds depth to your profile. Our Advance Diploma prepares you for 3 NISM and 2 NCFM exams.