Program Architecture

The program is divided into the following two semesters.

# For each teaching hour, students are required to put in a * minimum 2 additional learning hours.

Industry projects

NISM Certifications across the Two Semesters (Mandatory):

Important points:

CS Executive passed students who have not completed the CSMC Executive are required to obtain the following additional four certifications during the 1st and 2nd semesters.

1. NISM-Series-VI: Depository Operations Certification –First Semester
2. NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certification Examination – First Semester
3. NISM-Series-III-A: Securities Intermediaries Compliance (Non-Fund)-Second Semester
4. NISM-Series-VII: Securities Operations and Risk Management – Second Semester

Students need to complete all the above mandatory certifications within the deadlines indicated by the Program Calendar. The examination fee for the aforementioned mandatory certifications will be borne by the individual candidates.

Learning Environment and Pedagogical Approach

The pedagogy of this program will be practice oriented with an objective of bringing real-life perspectives alongside giving a robust conceptual foundation to the students.

The curriculum is designed in consultation with the CS institute and industry to ensure that the curriculum is in-line with the current Industry practices and requirements.

The program will be delivered through learner-centric approach using various pedagogical tools including case studies, hands on training on widely used data base and software’s like, Bloomberg, Prowess and others.

NISM, with its proximity to the policy-makers and the industry, draws upon the cream of academia and industry providing cutting-edge inputs in the securities markets domain.

Lectures and hands-on workshop sessions will be conducted by eminent faculty and industry leaders and experts. Students will gain the inputs and industry insights from a team of academicians, market experts and policy makers. There will also be regular interactions with practicing professionals.

The learning environment is further stimulated by industry interface, finance lab with modern technological infrastructure, state-of-the-art campus, extensive library and other recreation facilities. Book reviews, films related to Wall Street and experience sharing sessions with industry experts complement the learning process.

Industry Interface

The institute organizes visits to exchanges, depositories and various market intermediaries providing exposure to industry paradigm. NISM also invites a number of practitioners from the industry for interaction with the participants to share their experiences. These platforms provide opportunities to the participants to develop keen insights to industry practices and nuances.

Finance Lab

The one-of-its-kind trading simulation lab with streaming market data is a key highlight of the program. In addition, students will be learning various subjects using databases such as Bloomberg, Prowess, etc. and application software such as MATLAB, SAS, R, WinRATS, E-Views, etc.

Extensive Library

The institute boasts one of the biggest specialized libraries for Finance, which holds a rich collection of over 10000 books on securities markets, domestic and international magazines, newspapers, journals, etc. Through Science-Direct, the library provides access to all leading academic journals in Finance, Economics, Business and Management.

State-of-the-art Campus

NISM’s campus at Patalganga spread over 70 acres of land on the scenic Mumbai-Pune Express-way has state-of-the-art infrastructure that creates an ideal environment conducive for contemplative learning. The eco-friendly campus is Wi-Fi enabled and features well equipped class-rooms, modern auditorium and a vast amphitheater. The campus also has impressive residential blocks with separate hostel facilities for male and female participants.

Recreation Facilities

The participants enjoy the luxury of modern recreation facilities like swimming pool, squash court, gymnasium with modern equipment, table tennis and badminton halls, yoga hall, cafeteria etc., The recreation blocks pose a refreshing environment offering a balance to the academic rigor of the program.

Placement Facilitation

NISM’s close connect with the industry will act as an enabler to facilitate the placement of students. The institute assists placement of the participants by inviting reputed organizations in the investment and securities markets domain to the campus placement drive. The participants are groomed for performing challenging and exciting roles in the investment and securities markets. The alumni of various other programs offered by NISM have been inducted in the following organizations through the campus placement program:

Note: Placement assistance will be provided to non-graduates after completing their CSMC (Professional) program.

Eligibility 

• Candidates must have cleared the CS Executive Program and be enrolled in the CS Professional Program offered by ICSI.

or

• Candidates who have cleared the CSMC Executive Program offered by NISM and are registered students of ICSI are also eligible to apply.

Selection Criteria 

Selection to the Program will be through an online entrance test or online interview. Candidates qualified in the entrance test or online interviews will be offered admission. Students who have successfully completed the CSMC Executive Program are exempt from the entrance test. For information regarding online entrance test and online interview, candidates can refer to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) available on www.nism.ac.in/academics or www.icsi.edu/home/icsi-nism/

Program Fee

The tuition fee for the CSMC-Professional is Rs. 1,00,000. The break-up of the fees is as follows:

• There will be a caution deposit for the hostel of Rs 10000 and library of Rs 10000, which will be refunded after the completion of the program.
• Cost of NISM certification shall be borne by the student. 
• Residential charges will be collected for 12 months starting from July 01, 2025. Students are allowed to occupy the hostels one day before the start of the program. Students have to vacate the hostel two days after the date of the last semester examination.)

*The fee is subject to change as mutually decided by ICSI and NISM as & when notified and applicable at the time of admission.

# Air Conditioning facilities can be arranged upon request, subject to additional charges, from March 15 to June 30. charges will be intimated separately.

Fee Refund Policy

If any applicant requests to withdraw his/her admission, the Institute will refund the collected fees after deducting Rs. 10,000/- towards processing fees, provided such withdrawal request is made before the commencement of the program. The last date for withdrawal of admissions for the purpose of refund of fees is before the commencement date of the program. There will be no refund of fee, after the commencement of the program.

How to apply?

1. 1. New user need to click on https://apply.nism.ac.in/csmcprofessional
2. 2. Upon successful registration, you will receive User ID and Password on the registered mobile number and Email ID.
3. 3. After registration you can Log-in and fill in the application form and pay the application fee of Rs 500/- online.

For more information, visit www.nism.ac.in

Admissions Counselling Desk- +91 – 8268002412

Email: academics@nism.ac.in

Disclaimer and Note: Although every possible effort has been made to provide reliable and accurate information regarding online admission schedule/course(s)/number of seat(s)/ eligibility criteria/ fee structure etc. in the Online Joint Prospectus 2025, the ICSI and NISM do not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for any error found either at any stage of complaint or while uploading the Prospectus. The Management of NISM and ICSI reserves the right to change, amend program structure, content and delivery etc. as they deem fit. All disputes pertaining to this course are under the jurisdiction of the High Court of Bombay.