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Free NISM Study Material PDF - Official Workbooks + Short Notes (4-Chapter Preview)


Here's a list of all the NISM exam modules for which we provide downloadable workbook in PDF format + our expert study material in form NISM Short notes.
S.No.Certification NameDownload Our Study MaterialDownload NISM Workbook
1 NISM Series XXI-A Portfolio Management Services (PMS) Distributors Certification Examination
2 NISM Series-XV Research Analyst Certification Examination
3 NISM-Series-X-A Investment Adviser (Level 1) Certification Examination
4 NISM-Series-VIII Equity Derivatives Certification Examination
5 NISM Series -VI Depository Operations Certification Examination
6 NISM Series-V-A Mutual Fund Distributors Certification Examination
7 NISM Series -I Currency Derivatives Certification Examination
8 NISM-Series-XVI Commodity Derivatives Certification Examination
9 NISM Series-IX Merchant Banking Certification Examination
10 NISM Series -IV Interest Rates Derivatives Certification Examination
11 NISM Series XXI-B Portfolio Managers Certification Examination
12 NISM Series XIX-C Alternative Investment Fund Managers Examination
13 NISM-Series-XVII Retirement Adviser Certification Examination
14 NISM-Series-X-B Investment Adviser (Level 2) Certification Examination
15 NISM Series -VII Securities Operations and Risk Management Certification Examination
16 NISM Series XIX-A Alternative Investment Funds (Category I and II) Distributors Examination
17 NISM Series XIX-D Alternative Investment Fund Managers
18 NISM-Series­V-B Mutual Fund Foundation Certification Examination

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Our goal is simple: to help you clear the NISM exam in your first attempt with focused preparation, concise notes, and real exam-oriented resources.


What You Get from Our Study Material Downloads


  • Official NISM Workbook PDF (latest edition)
  • Short Notes Preview (4 Chapters) prepared by NISM-certified trainers
  • Covers key concepts, definitions & exam-focused explanations
  • Ideal for quick concept clarity before attempting mock tests
  • Suitable for students and working professionals preparing alongside a job
  • Works best when combined with our Mock Tests & Case-Based Practice Questions

*Full-version Short Notes are included in the Premium Study + Mock Test Package.


What's Inside the NISM Study Material PDFs?


Each NISM PDF has been carefully curated to help you understand core concepts, revise efficiently, and retain critical facts.

Here's what you'll find inside:

  • Chapter-Wise Breakdown - mirrors the official exam structure
  • Key Definitions & Concepts - market terms, explanations, and regulations
  • Formulas & Quick Reference Tables - for numericals and calculations
  • Practice-Based Structure - built for application-based learning
  • Fully Downloadable - no login, study offline

Ideal for Self-Study and Crash Revision


Whether you're:

  • A student preparing independently
  • A full-time employee with limited hours
  • Someone reappearing for the NISM exam

These NISM exam PDFs are your best resource to cover the syllabus in the shortest time possible.


Frequently Downloaded NISM PDFs


  • NISM V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors
  • NISM VIII: Equity Derivatives
  • NISM XV: Research Analyst
  • NISM I: Currency Derivatives
  • NISM VI: Depository Operations

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Why Free PDFs Are Better Than Coaching Books?


Traditional books may contain too much filler and often aren't updated for the latest syllabus. Our free NISM PDF downloads are:

  • Exam-focused
  • Lightweight (quick reading)
  • Frequently updated
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These notes are designed to help you pass faster, not read longer.


How to Use These NISM Notes Effectively?


Here's a proven 5-step approach:

  • Download the Study PDF for your module
  • Read one chapter each day (30-45 mins max)
  • Highlight and mark important formulas
  • Attempt mock test after every 2 chapters
  • Revisit PDF before final exam day

Result? Faster recall, higher score, first-attempt clearance.

FAQs About NISM Study Material PDF

Yes. The official NISM Workbook PDFs and our Short Notes (Preview - 4 Chapters) are available here free of cost.

Yes. All material follows the latest NISM syllabus and exam pattern as per recent SEBI and NISM updates.

No. The official NISM Workbook PDF is already provided. Our Short Notes help you revise key points quickly for better understanding.

We provide Workbook PDFs for all major NISM modules. Short Notes (Preview - 4 Chapters) are currently available for: PMS (XXI-A), Research Analyst (XV), Investment Adviser Level 1 (X-A), Equity Derivatives (VIII), Depository Operations (VI), Mutual Fund Distributors (V-A), Currency Derivatives (I), Commodity Derivatives (XVI), Merchant Banking (IX), and Interest Rate Derivatives (IV).

We update the study material whenever NISM releases syllabus changes. Minor changes are usually updated within 15-30 days.

All PDFs are provided in English. Hindi and bilingual versions are planned for release soon.

Yes. The Short Notes are written in simple language, making them suitable even for candidates with no finance background.

Yes. Many students and professionals use these PDFs for group revision and collaborative preparation sessions.

Yes. We offer free chapter-wise video lectures on our YouTube channel for additional concept clarity.

You can practice 500+ explained questions for each module at NISMExams.in/nism-exams-mock-tests. Packages start at just Rs. 599.

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