NISM Series VII: Securities Operations and Risk Management (SORM)
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Prepare effectively for the NISM Series VII – SORM certification exam with our comprehensive suite of online mock tests, Udemy practice sets, printed exam guide book, and eBook. Get full coverage of the latest SEBI-mandated syllabus including securities market basics, trade life cycle, clearing and settlement, risk management in broking, and regulatory framework. Practice chapter-wise MCQs, strengthen core concepts like front office to back office operations, investor grievance redressal, margin and settlement obligations, and role of clearing corporations. Enhance your success rate using our exclusive 9R™ Exam Mastery Study Plan, glossary, FAQs, and regular exam strategy blogs.
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Latest SEBI & NISM Circulars, Compliance Updates & Regulatory News – Stay Exam-Ready for NISM Series VII SORM Certification 2025
We curate the most relevant and updated SEBI circulars, NISM notifications, and Exchange-issued regulatory guidelines—decoded for aspirants of the NISM Series VII: Securities Operations and Risk Management (SORM) exam. These updates cover clearing & settlement process, trade life cycle changes, investor grievance redressal, front-middle-back office compliance, custodianship, and stock broker responsibilities. All circulars are analyzed for MCQ impact, regulatory framing, and exam-oriented interpretation. Visit our SEBI Circulars & Exam Alerts section regularly to stay ahead for 2025.
- SEBI Circular 2025: Risk Reduction Mechanism for Securities Broking – SORM-Relevant Action Points for Stock Brokers & Clearing Members
- SEBI Penalty & Surveillance Circular – Responsibilities for Clearing Corporations & Broking Operations under SORM Scope
- View All SEBI & NISM Circulars – Updated Weekly for NISM Series VII SORM Syllabus, Risk Topics & MCQ Framing
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NISM-Series-VII: SORM - Test Objective & Focus Areas
The NISM-Series-VII Securities Operations and Risk Management (SORM) Certification Exam is designed to evaluate a candidate's knowledge of Indian securities market infrastructure, brokerage operations, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation mechanisms as defined by SEBI and NISM.
- Market Structure & Instruments: Money, equity, debt, and derivatives markets – including IPOs, currency & index derivatives
- Market Participants: Investors, issuers, intermediaries, depositories, custodians, and regulatory bodies like SEBI
- Broking Operations: Client onboarding, KYC, order routing, sales, middle & back office processes, and order execution flow
- Trade Lifecycle & Settlement: Clearing corporations, netting, account obligations, corporate action adjustments
- Risk Management: Margins, surveillance, mark-to-market, VaR, early pay-in, stress testing & core SGF framework
- Investor Grievance Redressal: Complaints, arbitration procedures, customer protection funds (IPF/CPF)
- Regulatory Compliance: Books, reports, account statements, risk-based supervision, and broker liabilities
- Broker Services: ASBA for IPOs, margin trading, depository services, mutual fund execution, and PMS
This exam is crucial for professionals in broking, compliance, and operations roles within securities firms.
Study Plan & Preparation Tips for NISM Series VII Securities Operations and Risk Management (SORM) Exam Prep 2025
Build a clear roadmap to crack the NISM Series VII Securities Operations and Risk Management (SORM) exam with confidence. Whether you’re new to the securities market or revisiting after a gap, our study plan ensures focused preparation on key topics such as the trade life cycle, front-middle-back office functions, clearing and settlement process, SEBI regulations, and risk management framework. Stay aligned with the latest SEBI/NISM regulatory updates and follow a structured approach using our online mock tests, guide book, eBook, and the 9R™ Exam Mastery Study Plan.
How to prepare for NISM Series VII SORM effectively:
– Start with the official syllabus PDF and devote the first 10–12 days to studying via our printed guide book or eBook, focusing on market structure, participants, and regulatory framework.
– Attempt chapter-wise MCQs covering clearing agencies, trade lifecycle steps, depository functions, and middle-back office responsibilities.
– Practice using our online mock tests and Udemy-based timed simulations with 1000+ exam-style questions and detailed answer keys.
– Focus more on compliance reporting, core SGF, margins in F&O and cash segment, investor protection guidelines, and arbitration.
– Use our revision plan, glossary flashcards, and analytics dashboard to identify weak topics before the final week.
- Download the updated NISM Series VII syllabus & daily checklist and map out your study schedule across 4 weeks.
- Follow our 9R™ Study Plan to prioritize segments like risk management, clearing settlement, and grievance redressal.
- Use the Gurukul App or Udemy Practice Set for realistic mock testing—aligned to SEBI's exam format and latest guidelines.
- Revise operational workflows such as order matching, margin monitoring, compliance audits, and penalty structures.
- In the final 3–4 days, focus on scenario-based MCQs, time-based mock simulations, risk control measures, and core settlement processes.
Topper’s Tip: “Focus deeply on clearing member roles, institutional trade settlement, and SEBI’s supervision framework. Mock test analytics + glossary review = score booster.”