Investment Adviser Certification (Renewal)
The one-hour renewal paper for advisers whose certification is expiring. Shorter, no negative marking.
Exam pattern
- Duration
- 60 min
- Total marks
- 50
- Pass mark
- 50% (25)
- Negative marking
- None
There is no negative marking, so never leave a question blank — an uncertain guess costs you nothing.
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Create a free accountFrequently asked questions
- What is the passing mark for NISM Series X-C?
- You need 50% to pass NISM-Series-X-C: Investment Adviser Certification (Renewal). On a 50-mark paper that is 25 marks.
- Is there negative marking in NISM Series X-C?
- There is no negative marking, so never leave a question blank — an uncertain guess costs you nothing.
- How long is the NISM Series X-C exam?
- The exam runs for 60 minutes and carries 50 marks in total.
- How long is the NISM Series X-C certificate valid?
- NISM certifications are generally valid for 3 years from the date of passing, after which they must be renewed. Confirm the current position on nism.ac.in before your certificate lapses.