NISM exam guide
NISM V-A study plan: 4 weeks, day by day
Fifteen days for the units in proportion to their weight, then mocks, revision and rest.
The plan at a glance
- Week 1–3: read the units, about one hour a day. The heaviest units get the most days.
- Week 4: take the 5 mocks, redo every wrong answer, rest the day before.
Most candidates need two to four weeks for an exam like V-A. If you work full time, use the full four weeks.
Days 1–15: study the units
Each unit page has notes, key terms, exam traps and practice questions.
Days 16–28: mocks and revision
- Day 16–17: take Mock 1. Note your weak units.
- Day 18–20: reread the weak units.
- Day 21–25: take Mocks 2 to 5, one a day.
- Day 26–27: redo every wrong answer. Each one names its unit.
- Day 28: rest. Do not study new material.
Book the real exam when you clear 65 or more in your mocks.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to prepare for NISM V-A?
Most candidates need two to four weeks of about an hour a day. This plan uses four weeks.
Which NISM V-A units matter most?
The units with the highest weight, listed in the plan table. Spend the most days on them.
How many mocks should I take?
Take all 5 full mocks and redo every wrong answer. Book the exam once you score about 65 or more.
Is the official NISM workbook free?
Yes. NISM gives a free soft copy after you enrol and lets you download it from its website.
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