NISM Series I Practice coming soon Mandated by SEBI
NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives
Preparation resources for the NISM NISM-Series-I Currency Derivatives certification examination.
- Duration
- 120 min
- Questions
- 100
- Maximum marks
- 100
- Pass mark
- 60%
- Negative marking
- 25%
- NISM fee
- ₹1,500
Verified 13 Oct 2026 from NISM's official certification listing. Certificate valid 3 years. NISM currently lists all certification examinations as online, remote-proctored.
Syllabus and chapter weightage
Workbook version: March 2026| # | Chapter | Weight | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Currency Markets | 10 | |
| 2 | Foreign Exchange Derivatives | 5 | |
| 3 | Exchange Traded Currency Futures | 20 | |
| 4 | Exchange Traded Currency Options | 20 | |
| 5 | Strategies Using Exchange Traded Currency Derivatives | 10 | |
| 6 | Trading Mechanism in Exchange Traded Currency Derivatives | 10 | |
| 7 | Clearing, Settlement and Risk Management in Exchange Traded | 10 | |
| 8 | Regulatory Framework for Exchange Traded Currency | 5 | |
| 9 | Accounting and Taxation | 5 | |
| 10 | Code of Conduct and Investor Protection Measures | 5 |
NISM Series I: frequently asked questions
How many questions are there in the NISM Series I exam?
The NISM Series I exam has 100 questions for 100 marks, to be answered in 120 minutes.
What is the passing mark for NISM Series I, and is there negative marking?
You need 60% to pass. Each wrong answer costs 25% of the marks for that question, so guessing has a price.
What is the fee for the NISM Series I exam and how long is the certificate valid?
NISM lists the fee as ₹1,500. The certificate is valid for 3 years. NISM currently lists all certification examinations as online, remote-proctored.
Are these official NISM questions?
No. Integrato Digital is an independent practice platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by NISM. Every question and lesson is original, written to the published NISM syllabus and test objectives.
Registering for the exam
Registration, scheduling, fees and certificates are handled only by NISM. Use the official page to register:
Official NISM Series I page on nism.ac.in
NISM also publishes the official workbook for each exam on its website. Our questions and notes are original and are written to complement it, not replace it.