NISM Series V - A : Mutual Fund Distributors

What You Will Learn
Pros & cons of investing in mutual funds
Types of mutual funds and their features
Role of regulators (SEBI, AMFI) and key regulations
Role of mutual fund distributors
How mutual fund distributors earn commissions
Mutual fund valuation & NAV calculation
Tax implications on capital gains and dividends
Evaluate the performance and choosing the right fund
Your Course Overview
12 sections • 40 topics • 22 hrs 33 sec content
1. Introduction
3 hrs
Introduction to the course
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Investment landscape-I
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Investment landscape-II
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Investment landscape-III
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2. Concept & Role of a Mutual Fund
3 hrs
Role of mutual funds
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Advantages & limitations
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Active vs Passive Funds
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Equity fund
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Debt fund
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Solution oriented schemes
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Investment plans & services
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3. Fund Structure & Constituents
1 hr
Structure & constituents
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4. Legal & Regulatory Environment
1 hr
Role of regulators
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Mutual fund regulations
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AMFI code of ethics
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5. Offer Document
23 mins
Mandatory documents
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6. Fund Distribution & Channel Management Practices
1 hr
Role of mutual fund distributors
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Pre-requisites to become distributor of a mutual fund
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How mutual fund distributor earns?
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7. Accounting & valuation
35 mins
Net Asset Valuation (NAV)
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8. Taxation
1 hr
Taxation-I
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Taxation-II
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Taxation-III
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9. Investor Service
3 hrs
NFO process
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Account statements for investments
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KYC requirements
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Financial transactions with mutual funds
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Systematic withdrawal plan
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Systematic transactions
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Systematic transactions
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Non-financial transactions
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Non-financial transactions
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10. Return, Risk & Performance of Funds
3 hrs
Types of risks
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How mutual fund manager selects stocks
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Factors affecting performance of debt schemes
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Measures of return
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Measures of risk
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11. Mutual Fund Scheme Selection
1 hr
Benchmark & performance
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Quantitative measures of fund manager performance
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12. Selecting the Right Investment Products for Investors
45 mins
How to select the right mutual fund
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About The Course
This course is designed to help you prepare for the NISM Mutual Fund Distributor Exam by covering all key topics in a structured manner. You’ll learn about mutual fund types, regulations, taxation, risk management, and distributor roles—all essential for the exam. The course also explains NAV calculation, fund selection, and financial transactions, ensuring you have the knowledge needed to clear the NISM exam with confidence and start a career in mutual fund distribution.
In Lesson 1, Introduction, you will learn about the importance of savings and investments. This lesson will introduce you to different asset classes and the risks involved in each, helping you build a strong foundation for investing.
In Lesson 2, Concept & Role of a Mutual Fund, you will understand the pros and cons of investing in mutual funds and get introduced to various types of mutual funds.
In Lesson 3, Fund Structure & Constituents, you will learn about the framework of mutual funds and the key entities involved in their operation.
In Lesson 4, Legal & Regulatory Environment, you will learn how regulators influence the mutual fund industry and explore the AMFI code of ethics that governs mutual funds.
In Lesson 5, Offer Document, you will learn about the mandatory and non-mandatory documents that you need to refer to before investing in mutual funds.
In Lesson 6, Fund Distribution & Channel Management Practices, you will learn about the role of mutual fund distributors, the requirements to become one, and how they earn commissions in the industry.
In Lesson 7, Accounting & Valuation, you will learn the methodology for calculating Net Asset Value (NAV) and how mutual fund valuations are determined.
In Lesson 8, Taxation, you will understand the implications of taxes on capital gains and dividend yield.
In Lesson 9, Investor Service, you will explore the various services offered by mutual fund distributors to assist and support investors.
In Lesson 10, Return, Risk & Performance of Funds, you will learn about different types of risks, risk-return measures, and performance evaluation. Additionally, you will understand how fund managers select stocks for mutual fund portfolios.
In Lesson 11, Mutual Fund Scheme Selection, you will learn how to evaluate a fund's performance against its benchmark and use quantitative measures to select the right fund manager for informed investment decisions.
In Lesson 12, Selecting the Right Investment Products for Investors, you will learn how to select the right mutual fund based on your financial goals and risk appetite.
Course Highlights :
- Pros & cons of investing in mutual funds
- Types of mutual funds and their features
- Role of regulators (SEBI, AMFI) and key regulations
- Role of mutual fund distributors
- How mutual fund distributors earn commissions
- Mutual fund valuation & NAV calculation
- Tax implications on capital gains and dividends
- Evaluate the performance and choosing the right fund
Who is this course for :
- Aspiring investment professionals preparing for the NISM certification exam
- Individuals seeking to become mutual fund distributors or enhance their advisory skills.
- Students and learners who want to build expertise in mutual funds, regulations, and fund analysis.
- Anyone looking to improve their mutual fund selection, understand taxation, and optimize their portfolio.
Learn From - Yukti Gala

Yukti Gala
Yukti Gala is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with over nine years of experience in finance and training. She previously worked as a Senior Financial Planner at Sykes & Ray Equities for nearly three years, managing high-end portfolios, and served as an Assistant Manager at Anand Rathi Wealth Services Ltd. Since 2017, she has been a part-time faculty member at the Financial Planning Academy, teaching the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) course. Over the years, she has expanded her expertise to training students and corporate professionals in various finance and banking courses.Frequently Asked Questions
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