NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives Certification — Free Online Mock Test

NISM Series I exam at a glance

NISM Series I key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for NISM Series I?

No specific educational prerequisite to sit the exam (a PAN is required for the certificate).

Last verified July 2026 against NISM — Currency Derivatives. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

NISM Series I section breakdown

The NISM Series I 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.

• NISM Series I (50 Q)
  50 questions · 120 minutes · ~144 sec/question

NISM Series I scoring & marking scheme

Strategy: NISM Series I has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: NISM Series I (pass 700/1000).

How NISM Series I is conducted

• Mode
  Proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow (face detection, room scan, fullscreen lock, tab-switch detection).
• Test format
  Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
• Backtracking
  Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
• Mark for review
  Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.

NISM Series I 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:

• NISM Series I (50 Q)
  Target ~144 sec/question. If a question takes more than 216 seconds, mark for review and move on.

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

NISM Series I topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of NISM Series I, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

NISM Series I (50 Q)

• Equity derivatives · 8
• Research · 6
• Technical analysis · 5
• Instruments · 4
• Mutual funds · 4
• Depository · 4
• Primary market · 3
• Interest-rate derivatives · 3

NISM Series I difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.

NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives Certification · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Currency markets, USD/INR & cross-currency futures and options, trading, clearing, settlement, risk management & regulation. · Official language: English & Hindi.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's NISM Series I bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for NISM Series I

• Real test-day interface
  Our cert skin mirrors the actual NISM Series I testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
• 50 distinct variants
  2500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
• Detailed analytics
  Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
• Spaced repetition (Notebook)
  Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
• Optional proctoring
  Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate real NISM Series I test-day conditions.
• Free to start
  No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first NISM Series I mock starts in under a minute.

Expert take: what NISM Series I really tests

The NISM Series I Currency Derivatives Certification, from the SEBI-owned National Institute of Securities Markets, is required for approved users and sales personnel dealing in the currency-derivatives segment. It has 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, with 25% negative marking and a 60% passing score; the certificate is valid for three years.

NISM Series I 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.

Where NISM Series I can take you

A strong NISM Series I result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• Currency-derivatives roles
  Required for approved users and sales personnel dealing in the currency-derivatives segment.
• 3-year validity
  Renew via a NISM CPE programme before the certificate expires.

Best books & official prep for NISM Series I

• NISM Series I workbook — NISM
  The official workbook is the primary study resource.
• NISM Series I practice tests — Various
  Note the 25% negative marking and 60% passing score.

Official practice: Register and study from the official NISM Series I workbook on nism.ac.in; because of the 25% negative marking, avoid blind guessing, and target the 60% passing score.

Previous-year papers: NISM provides sample/mock tests for Series I.

Frequently asked questions

What is the NISM Series I exam pattern?

NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives Certification contains 50 questions across 1 section: NISM Series I (50 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 144 seconds per question).

Does NISM Series I have negative marking?

No — NISM Series I has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.

How is NISM Series I scored?

Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. NISM Series I (pass 700/1000).

How can I practise NISM Series I online for free?

Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length NISM Series I mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.

What is the difficulty level of NISM Series I?

NISM Series I is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives Certification · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Currency markets, USD/INR & cross-currency futures and options, trading, clearing, settlement, risk management & regulation. · Official language: English & Hindi.

How long is the NISM Series I exam?

NISM Series I 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 NISM Series I?

NISM Series I is split into: NISM Series I (50 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. NISM Series I: Currency Derivatives Certification · ~100 MCQ in 2h, pass 60%. Currency markets, USD/INR & cross-currency futures and options, trading, clearing, settlement, risk management & regulation. · Official language: English & Hindi.

What tools or aids are allowed during NISM Series I?

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 NISM Series I test adaptive?

No — NISM Series I is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

How many NISM Series I mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct NISM Series I variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.

Is there a free NISM Series I test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge NISM Series I test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.

Are NISM Series I previous year question–style papers included?

Every NISM Series I 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 NISM Series I mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's NISM Series I 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 NISM Series I mock test on mobile?

Yes. NISM Series I 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 NISM Series I syllabus?

The NISM Series I syllabus maps to its 1 section: NISM Series I (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 NISM Series I?

Eligibility for NISM Series I — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic NISM Series I practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

When is the NISM Series I exam and how should I prepare?

Official NISM Series I 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 10 free NISM Series I mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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