NISM AcademyNISM Series II-A RTA – Corporate: exam pattern, syllabus and mock tests
For staff of registrars and share transfer agents handling company shares and issues. NISM Series II-A sets the minimum knowledge standard for people working in the corporate function of Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents (RTAs). It covers securities market basics, what RTAs do in public issues and corporate actions, and the rules that govern them.
NISM Series II-A exam pattern at a glance
- Questions
- 100
- Duration
- 120 minutes
- Total marks
- 100
- Passing score
- 50% (50/100)
- Negative marking
- None
- Exam fee
- ₹1,500 + charges
- Certificate valid
- 3 years
100 multiple-choice questions, 1 mark each. Fees and pattern are set by NISM and can change, so confirm on the official NISM Series II-A page before you book.
Who should take NISM Series II-A?
Employees of RTAs who work on corporate registry: public issue processing, share transfers, transmission, corporate actions and investor service.
Why you need it: NISM sets it as the common benchmark for people in the corporate R&T function of SEBI-registered registrars and share transfer agents.
NISM Series II-A syllabus: 15 chapters
- Introduction to Securities
- Characteristics of Equity Shares
- Characteristics of Debt Securities
- Characteristics of Other Securities
- Basics of Mutual Funds
- SEBI - Role and Regulations
- Public Offer of Securities
- Modes of Allotment of Shares Other than Public Offers
- Processes Related to Public Offering of Shares
- Roles and Responsibilities in a Public Issue
- Depository Services
- Processes Related to Depositories
- Investor Interface with the R&T Agent
- Secondary Market Transactions
- Client Servicing
How to prepare for NISM Series II-A
Mostly process and rules, with no negative marking and a 50% pass mark. Two to three weeks of steady practice is usually enough. Attempt every question.
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What is NISM Series II-A?
NISM Series II-A is the RTA – Corporate Certification Examination conducted by the National Institute of Securities Markets. NISM sets it as the common benchmark for people in the corporate R&T function of SEBI-registered registrars and share transfer agents.
How many questions are in NISM Series II-A?
The exam has 100 multiple-choice questions, 1 mark each, for a total of 100 marks. You get 120 minutes.
What is the passing score for NISM Series II-A?
You need 50%, which is 50 out of 100 marks.
Is there negative marking in NISM Series II-A?
No. There is no negative marking, so attempt every question.
How should I prepare for NISM Series II-A?
Mostly process and rules, with no negative marking and a 50% pass mark. Two to three weeks of steady practice is usually enough. Attempt every question.
How do I register for NISM Series II-A?
Create an account on NISM’s certification portal, choose the exam, pick a test centre or remote-proctored slot, and pay the fee online. NISM Academy can’t register you; we link you to the official portal.
How long is the NISM Series II-A certificate valid?
Three years from the date you pass.