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NISM Series X-A · Investment Adviser (Level 1)

How to Prepare for NISM Series X-A Investment Adviser (Level 1) Exam?

3,850+ practice questions across all 20 chapters of the NISM-Series-X-A: Investment Adviser (Level 1) workbook. Answers and explanations included. No signup needed to study.

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Duration
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Every mock you take is saved to your free account. An exam-readiness gauge shows your best score and how close you are to the pass mark for NISM Series X-A.

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Priority Chapter

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Average seconds per question plus your fastest and slowest areas, so you see where time is lost, not just marks.

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Exam Pattern90 MCQs + 9 case sets (5 sub-questions each, mixed 1–2 marks) = 150 marks
Negative Marking25% of a question's marks per wrong answer · 0 for skipped
Pass Threshold90 out of 150 marks (60%)
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Study Chapter by Chapter
Ch. 19 marks
Introduction to Personal Financial Planning
201 MCQs · 8 case sets →
Ch. 210 marks ⭐
Time Value of Money
100 MCQs · 6 case sets →
Ch. 39 marks
Cash Flow Management and Budgeting
122 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 49 marks
Debt Management and Loans
135 MCQs · 10 case sets →
Ch. 55 marks
Introduction to Indian Financial Markets
84 MCQs · no case sets →
Ch. 65 marks
Securities Market Segments
92 MCQs · no case sets →
Ch. 74 marks
Introduction to Investments
86 MCQs · no case sets →
Ch. 810 marks ⭐
Investing in Stocks
158 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 910 marks ⭐
Investing in Fixed Income Securities
143 MCQs · 12 case sets →
Ch. 106 marks
Understanding Derivatives
111 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 1110 marks ⭐
Mutual Fund
141 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 128 marks
Portfolio Manager
96 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 135 marks
Overview of Alternative Investment Funds
79 MCQs · no case sets →
Ch. 146 marks
Introduction to Modern Portfolio Theory
95 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 157 marks
Portfolio Construction Process
108 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 167 marks
Portfolio Performance Measurement and Evaluation
87 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 178 marks
Operational Aspects of Investment Management
102 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 1810 marks ⭐
Key Regulations
105 MCQs · 5 case sets →
Ch. 196 marks
Ethical Issues
89 MCQs · no case sets →
Ch. 206 marks
Grievance Redress Mechanism
85 MCQs · no case sets →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for NISM Series X-A?

90 out of 150 marks (60%). The exam has 90 MCQs plus 9 case-study sets (5 sub-questions each) across 20 chapters, in 180 minutes.

What is the pass rate for the NISM Series X-A exam?

Based on early BullWiser mock test data from 10 completed attempts by 7 unique candidates (as of September 2026), the pass rate is 20%. This is a small, early sample — treat it as a directional signal, not a definitive statistic.

Is there negative marking in the NISM Series X-A exam?

Yes — 25% of a question's marks are deducted for each wrong answer, with no penalty for skipped questions. BullWiser's mock scores your attempt the same way.

What is the NISM Series X-A exam fee?

₹3,000 plus payment gateway charges, per NISM's fee table. NISM revises fees from time to time, so confirm the current amount before paying — there's no discount for repeat attempts.

How many times can I attempt the exam?

NISM's FAQs don't publish a limit on attempts — if you fail, you can enrol again and retake it. Each attempt needs a fresh enrolment and the full fee.

How long is the certificate valid?

3 years from the date of passing, renewable by retaking the exam or completing a NISM-approved CPE program before expiry.

Is the BullWiser mock test really free?

Yes — a full 180-minute mock (90 MCQs + 9 case sets, NISM-accurate scoring) is free with a free account, and all 3,850+ practice questions are free. A ₹199 condensed-notes PDF is an optional add-on.

How difficult is the NISM X-A exam?

It is one of the hardest NISM papers: 150 marks, 60% to pass, 25% negative marking and 9 case-study sets, in 180 minutes. Negative marking means careless guessing can pull a borderline score below 90. Early BullWiser mock data (a small sample) is in the pass-rate answer above.

How do I become a SEBI-registered investment adviser?

Pass both NISM X-A and X-B, then apply to SEBI for registration. SEBI's December 2024 amendment lowered the education requirement from a post-graduate to a graduate degree (in the fields SEBI specifies) and dropped the prior-experience requirement. Registration has other conditions too, so read SEBI's current Investment Advisers Regulations before applying.

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