About Certificate Programme in Data Science (Basic)

Programme Assessment

The performance of participants is assessed on continuous evaluation. Evaluation is through quizzes, submissions, projects, etc., as may be indicated by the faculty members. At the end of the Basic Level of the programme, participants will be awarded with Grades and certificate of completion.

Program Schedule

The programme will take place in Online Mode. The class timings would be as follows:

Selection Procedure

Stage I : Online Registration for CPDS-Basic Admission 2026-27 (Batch IV), NISM

• (I) NISM invites online applications for admission to the CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV).
• (II) Registration will start on December 20, 2025 (1730 Hrs.) and the last date of online registration will be on July 17, 2026 (2359 Hrs).
• (III) Candidates need to create their Login ID (USERNAME & PASSWORD) for online registration at https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpds. Upon successful registration, a User-ID and Password will be sent to registered email ID and mobile number of the candidate.
• (IV) Candidates need to submit an application/admission data form along with a non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only).
• (V) Applications in any other mode will not be accepted

Stage II : Eligibility cum Shortlisting Criteria

Interested applicants who fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria are required to register for the CPDS- Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV) via the registration link https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpds Applicants for admission to the programme will be shortlisted on the basis of their scores in ANY of the following entrance examinations:

Stage III : NISM Aptitude Test (NISM AT 2026)

• (I) Shortlisted candidates from Stage-II will appear in Stage-III i.e. NISM Aptitude Test (NISM AT 2026).
• (ii) All shortlisted candidates will be informed by Email or download their call letters to appear in the NISM Aptitude Test. All the required details like date, time and other guidelines will be mentioned in the call letter.
• (iii) Eligible candidates will receive an Email for the NISM Aptitude Test for CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV).

Stage IV : Final Selection List Based on Entrance Score

• (i) The offer of admission to the candidate will be made strictly on the basis of merit/ rank list and availability of seats.
• (ii) The Merit List will be generated based on the valid score of NISM Aptitude Test 2026.
• (iii) During the Campus Immersion Program Accommodation will be done by NISM.

Stage V : Provisional Admission to CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV)

Only selected candidates will receive a provisional offer letter for admission from apu@nism.ac.in on their registered email ID shortly after the declaration of the merit list. A candidate receiving an admission offer from NISM and accepting the offer within the stipulated date needs to deposit Rs. 66,250/- as the OAA i.e. Offer Acceptance Amount (or as mentioned in the Offer Letter).

• (I) An automated receipt and a text message of the transaction will be shared by the associated bank on the registered email id/ mobile no. of the candidate.
• (ii) On acceptance of the admission offer and payment of OAA, the candidate will receive his/her confirmation letter for provisional admission to CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV) on his/her registered email ID. If a candidate fails to pay the 1st instalment of First Year Programme Fees by the stipulated date mentioned in the admission confirmation letter, the seat will be cancelled.
• (iii) The fee structure for CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV) is appended below:

• (I) The program includes the Two Day Campus Immersion. Accommodation and Dining during the Immersion will be taken care by NISM.
• (II) All expenses incurred towards traveling will be borne by the individual Participant. Attending Two Days Campus Immersion at NISM Patalganga Campus is mandatory for all Participant.

Stage VI : Reporting for joining the CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV)

• (I) The academic session will tentatively begin from August 29, 2026.
• (II) The hostel room allocation to the candidate will be done on a sharing basis. Hostel rooms for the DAP category candidates will be arranged on the ground floor or first floor (preferably) at the time of training at Patalganga.

Note

• (i) Comfortable hostel accommodation, separate for boys and girls, is available in the campus.
• (ii) Accommodation and Dining Fee once paid by a student will not be refunded under any circumstances.
• (iii) The hostels are well equipped with all the modern amenities and are under the charge of caring and experienced Wardens.
• (iv) NISM Dining Hall and Cafeteria: A spacious well lit and well ventilated cafeteria in the campus serves sumptuous and healthy food to the students. The variety of dishes which are both healthy and tasty and are crafted by a team of professional dieticians to ensure a well-balanced diet.
• (v) NISM Recreational Facilities: NISM has a world class sports complex and extensive sports facilities. NISM offers ample opportunities to students for a regular work-out and lifestyle management by providing a host of excellent sports facilities. It has facilities for games like cricket, basketball and volleyball as well as indoor games like chess, carom, table-tennis, badminton, etc. A Gymnasium and a swimming pool is also available for students to enhance their fitness levels.
• (vi) Medical Facilities: NISM provides Student Safety Insurance and a Visiting Doctor within the Campus. Ambulance facility (on call) is available in case of any emergency.
• (vii) Laundry facilities are available on payment basis at our campus.

Refund Policy CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV)

(I) Entire Fee including the application fee is Non-Refundable.

Note

• (I) The above mentioned admission criteria, terms and conditions are subject to change at the discretion of NISM.
• (II) The information in this document is applicable only for the admissions cycle CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV). NISM reserves the right to change, modify or adopt any new admission process that it deems necessary at any point.
• (III) Any dispute concerning Admission for the CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV) would be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts within the territorial jurisdiction of the city of Mumbai only.
• (IV) You will receive all admission offers in the form of a letter duly signed by the Academic Program Unit of NISM sent from apu@nism.ac.in. Any offer received from any other email is completely invalid and is not official. All admissions to NISM are provisional till you have completed all formality upon reporting to the institute.
• (V) If at any point of time it is found that the information provided by the candidate is false, incorrect, or misrepresented, the admission offer will stand cancelled.
• (VI) NISM reserves the right to change, modify or adopt any new admissions process that it deems necessary at any point.

Important Dates

Admission 2026-27 (Batch-IV)

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1. What is special about this Certificate Programme in Data Science (Securities Markets) Programme?

A1. Data has become an integral part of decision-making in the modern age. In order to effectively leverage the power of data, professionals need to have expertise in various data processing techniques and tools. The Certificate Programme in Data Science (Securities Markets) is a one-of-a- kind program that equips students with the necessary skills to apply data analytics in the financial markets. Whether it’s for product engineering, investment decisions, research, advisory, or any other area, our program provides a comprehensive understanding of how to use data to make informed decisions. Our data science program is designed for individuals who have a passion for data analytics and a drive to implement it in the financial markets. The program offers a unique opportunity to study in an environment that is both deeply academic and inspiringly professional, yet refreshingly friendly. With a focus on practical applications and real-world scenarios, students gain hands-on experience using the latest tools and techniques to analyse financial data. Whether you are looking to advance your career or start a new one, our program will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the exciting field of data science in financial markets.

Q2. What is the structure of the Programme?

A2. Certificate Programme in Data Science (Securities Markets) is online live course divided into two parts, Foundation (Level 1) and Advance (Level 2).

The programme will take place in Online Mode. The class timings would be as follows:

Q3. Can I do only one level?

A3. Yes, you can enrol for any one or both level of the program subject to the eligibility of admission.

Q4. What will I Learn in this Programme?

A4. The Programme offers a robust mix of financial markets and application of technology, which would help to improve quality of decision making in financial markets. The topics covered in the programme include Introduction of securities markets, Econometrics & Time Series Analysis, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Algorithmic Trading, Big Data Processing & Visualization, Financial Analytics and much more. The Programme combines academic elegance and business relevance to facilitate the participants to learn modalities of various financial products, followed by analytical techniques and weaves them with applications for data-based decision making.

Q5. Does this programme provide any practical exposure?

A5. The Programme provides exposure to Data Science and Analytics tools where the participants get hand-on experience on R, Tableau, Power BI, Google Analytics and Python etc. The lectures and hands on sessions will be delivered by eminent faculty and industry experts who provide the necessary practical exposure.

Q6. Where will this Programme lead to?

A6. This program could lead to the following job profiles, which involves the fusion of data science techniques and financial analytics:

• Credit Research and Ratings
• Investment Evaluation and Portfolio Management
• Risk Modelling
• Claims Processing
• Fraud Detection
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Equity Research

Q7. What are the eligibility criteria for this Programme?

A7. To apply for this programme, the minimum educational requirement is:
Basic Level– 12th standard with minimum 50% marks(Maths as a subject) from any recognized board

Q8. I do not have prior understanding on financial markets. Will this Programme suit me?

A8. The curriculum has been appropriately structured to provide a basic understanding of financial markets, institutions and products. This will create a level playing field amongst participants from diverse backgrounds. The programme will feature subjects on Financial Economics, Financial Products and Institutions, Financial Derivatives, etc. to give a fundamental understanding in these areas, over and above data science related subjects.

Q9. Is there any upper age limit for this Programme?

A9.  No, there is no upper age limit to pursue this program.

Q10. What is the selection criteria?

A10. The selection of candidates will be based on a screening test. Upon successful completion of the basic level, students will be eligible to directly enroll in the advanced level. Students who opt to directly enroll in the advanced level (without completing the basic level) will need to undergo a separate screeningtest.

The screening test will cover the following syllabus:

• Number System
• Profit and Loss
• Simple Interest
• Compound Interest
• Elementary Statistics & Data Interpretation

The screening test will be conducted online and will last for 60 minutes, with 30 questions. There will be no negative marking.

Q11. What is the fee for the Programme?

A11.  The fee structure for CPDS-Basic 2026–27 (Batch IV) is appended below:

Q12. How can I apply for the Programme?

A12.  Candidates willing to apply should first register themselves on https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpds

• Step 1: New Registration: Upon successful registration, a User-ID and Password will be sent to registered email ID and mobile number of the candidate.
• Step 2: Application process: Thereafter, candidates are required to log-in and complete the application process by paying application fee. After making the payment of application fee of Rs. 500/- the candidate may submit their application.
  *Above charges are exclusive of Payment Gateway charges & Procession fee as applicable.

Q13. What is the application Fee? Where can I pay it?

A13. The application fee for the CPDS (Basic) programme is Rs.500/-. Candidates may apply online through https://apply.nism.ac.in/cpds. Upon completion of the application form, the fee can be paid using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. The entire application process, including payment of the application fee, is conducted online

Q14. What is the last date to apply?

A14. The last date to apply for CPDS (Basic) is 17th July 2026.

Q15. When will the Programme commence?

A15. CPDS (Basic) will commence from 29th August 2026.

Q16. Is distance learning available for this Programme?

A16. Distance learning is not available. It is online instructor-led programme.

Contact Details:
For further enquiries, please contact the Admission Helpdesk, NISM: +91-826-800-2412