NISM-Series-4: Interest Rates Derivatives Mock Tests
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The examination aims to establish a common minimum knowledge benchmark for approved users and sales personnel of trading members who are registered in the Currency Derivatives Segment of a recognized stock exchange and trade in Interest Rate Derivatives. It also seeks to enable a better understanding of various exchange-traded interest rate derivative products, the risks associated with them, and their trading, clearing, and settlement mechanisms. Additionally, it covers knowledge competencies related to the regulatory environment governing these markets in India.
Upon successful completion of the examination, candidates should be able to:
- Understand the basics of fixed income securities and interest rate derivative products available in India.
- Grasp the analytical framework behind interest rate futures and options traded on Indian exchanges.
- Comprehend various hedging, trading, and arbitrage strategies that can be constructed using interest rate derivatives.
- Understand the processes of clearing, settlement, and risk management pertinent to interest rate futures and options.
- Know the legal and regulatory environment within which the interest rate derivatives markets operate in India.
Assessment Structure
- Total Marks: 100 marks.
- Number of Questions: 100 questions.
- Marks per Question: Each question carries 1 mark.
- Duration: The examination must be completed within 2 hours.
- Negative Marking: There is a negative marking of 25% of the marks assigned to the question for each incorrect answer.
- Passing Score: The passing score for the examination is 60 marks (60%).
Syllabus Outline with Weights
| Chapter No | Chapter Name | Weightage (marks) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Interest Rate, Interest Rate Instruments and Fixed Income Markets | 10 |
| 2 | Interest Rate Derivatives | 5 |
| 3 | Exchange Traded Interest Rate Futures | 20 |
| 4 | Exchange Traded Interest Rate Options | 15 |
| 5 | Strategies using Interest Rate Derivatives | 15 |
| 6 | Trading Mechanism in Exchange Traded IRD | 10 |
| 7 | Clearing, Settlement and Risk Management of IRD | 10 |
| 8 | Regulatory Environment for Exchange Traded IRD | 5 |
| 9 | Accounting and Taxation of IRD | 5 |
| 10 | Code of Conduct and Investor Protection Measures | 5 |
| Total marks | 100 |
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