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NCFM Technical Analysis key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | NSE Academy (a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India) — NCFM |
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| Official website | nseindia.com ↗ |
| Mode | The NCFM Technical Analysis Module — an intermediate NSE Academy certification covering chart patterns, indicators and oscillators, Dow and Elliott Wave theory, trading strategies and trading psychology. |
| Frequency | Offered year-round as a computer-based test at NSE test centres across India. |
| Scoring & marking | The module has 60 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes, with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. The passing score is 60%. |
| Score validity | The certificate is valid for 5 years. |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for NCFM Technical Analysis?
Open to anyone; taken by traders, investors and analysts.
Last verified July 2026 against NSE Academy — Technical Analysis Module. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
NCFM Technical Analysis section breakdown
The NCFM Technical Analysis mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: NCFM Technical Analysis has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: NCFM Technical Analysis (pass 700/1000).
How NCFM Technical Analysis is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
NCFM Technical Analysis time strategy
With 50 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 144 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
NCFM Technical Analysis topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of NCFM Technical Analysis, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q)
- NCFM TA — Candlesticks · 10
- NCFM TA — Chart Patterns · 9
- NCFM TA — RSI, MACD & Bollinger · 8
- NCFM TA — Trends & Trendlines · 5
- NCFM TA — Elliott & Fibonacci · 5
- NCFM TA — Moving Averages · 4
- NCFM TA — Support & Resistance · 3
- NCFM TA — Dow Theory · 3
NCFM Technical Analysis difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
NCFM Technical Analysis Module · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Chart types & patterns, trends & support/resistance, moving averages, oscillators (RSI/MACD) and trading systems. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's NCFM Technical Analysis bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
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Expert take: what NCFM Technical Analysis really tests
The NCFM Technical Analysis Module, from NSE Academy (a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India), is an intermediate certification covering chart patterns, indicators and oscillators, Dow and Elliott Wave theory, and trading psychology. It has 60 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes, with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer and a passing score of 60%. The certificate is valid for 5 years.
Preparation tips
- Practise reading candlesticks, patterns and indicators.
- Mind the 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer.
- Study the official NSE Academy material.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Memorising patterns without understanding indicators and theory.
- Guessing carelessly under negative marking.
NCFM Technical Analysis study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Candlesticks and chart patterns
- Trend and support/resistance
- Dow Theory
- Indicators and oscillators
- Elliott Wave Theory
- Trading strategies
- Full 60-question mocks
- Pass 60% (0.25 negative)
- Trading psychology
Where NCFM Technical Analysis can take you
A strong NCFM Technical Analysis result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Technical analyst
- Trading roles
Best books & official prep for NCFM Technical Analysis
- NCFM Technical Analysis workbook — NSE Academy
- Technical Analysis practice tests — Various
Official practice: Study the official NSE Academy Technical Analysis material on charts, indicators and trading strategies; the passing score is 60% with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Previous-year papers: NSE Academy publishes study material and sample questions.
Sample NCFM Technical Analysis practice questions
5 questions taken from the NCFM Technical Analysis mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
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Q1. A Bollinger Band "squeeze" (bands narrowing) usually indicates:
- High volatility about to fade away
- A confirmed reversal of the trend
- Overbought conditions in the stock
- Low volatility that may precede a big move
Show answer
Answer: D — Low volatility that may precede a big move
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Q2. A breakout above resistance is considered more reliable when accompanied by:
- Higher-than-average volume
- Falling trading volume
- A narrow-range doji
- Declining open interest only
Show answer
Answer: A — Higher-than-average volume
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Q3. A "golden cross" occurs when:
- A short-term MA crosses below a long-term MA
- A short-term MA crosses above a long-term MA
- Price crosses below its 200-day average
- RSI crosses below the level of 30
Show answer
Answer: B — A short-term MA crosses above a long-term MA
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Q4. Dow theory considers short-term daily fluctuations to be:
- The most important trend
- Proof of a primary reversal in the market trend
- Minor trends of little significance
- Unaffected by any news
Show answer
Answer: C — Minor trends of little significance
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Q5. A doji candlestick forms when:
- The close is at the day's high
- The open is at the day's low
- There is no trading volume
- Open and close are nearly equal
Show answer
Answer: D — Open and close are nearly equal
Frequently asked questions
- What is the NCFM Technical Analysis exam pattern?
- NCFM Technical Analysis Module contains 50 questions across 1 section: NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 144 seconds per question).
- Does NCFM Technical Analysis have negative marking?
- No — NCFM Technical Analysis has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is NCFM Technical Analysis scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. NCFM Technical Analysis (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise NCFM Technical Analysis online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length NCFM Technical Analysis mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of NCFM Technical Analysis?
- NCFM Technical Analysis is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. NCFM Technical Analysis Module · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Chart types & patterns, trends & support/resistance, moving averages, oscillators (RSI/MACD) and trading systems. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the NCFM Technical Analysis exam?
- NCFM Technical Analysis runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in NCFM Technical Analysis?
- NCFM Technical Analysis is split into: NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. NCFM Technical Analysis Module · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Chart types & patterns, trends & support/resistance, moving averages, oscillators (RSI/MACD) and trading systems. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during NCFM Technical Analysis?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the NCFM Technical Analysis test adaptive?
- No — NCFM Technical Analysis is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many NCFM Technical Analysis mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct NCFM Technical Analysis variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 2500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free NCFM Technical Analysis test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge NCFM Technical Analysis test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are NCFM Technical Analysis previous year question–style papers included?
- Every NCFM Technical Analysis mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 50-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free NCFM Technical Analysis mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's NCFM Technical Analysis mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the NCFM Technical Analysis mock test on mobile?
- Yes. NCFM Technical Analysis mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the NCFM Technical Analysis syllabus?
- The NCFM Technical Analysis syllabus maps to its 1 section: NCFM Technical Analysis (50 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for NCFM Technical Analysis?
- Open to anyone; taken by traders, investors and analysts. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic NCFM Technical Analysis practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the NCFM Technical Analysis exam and how should I prepare?
- Official NCFM Technical Analysis exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you a free NCFM Technical Analysis mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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