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Actuarial science, stock markets and financial services

Professional course

Specialised finance careers: actuaries price insurance risk, and market professionals work in broking, mutual funds and investment advice. Exams are cleared step by step.

Who can join

12th pass with Maths helps for actuarial science. Market certifications are open to all.

Courses and options inside this path

• Actuarial science (Institute of Actuaries of India)
• NISM market certifications
• Banking, finance and insurance (BFSI) courses

Entrance exams and entry routes

• Actuarial Common Entrance Test (ACET) – official site
• NISM certification exams – official site

What you can do after this

• Actuary in insurance companies
• Mutual fund, broking and wealth management roles
• Risk and analytics jobs

Next steps

1. Read the eligibility and admission process on the official links below.
2. Compare at least 3 institutions: recognition (UGC / AICTE / the relevant council), teachers, placements and total cost.
3. Look at scholarships for this course on this site and apply early.

Official links

• Institute of Actuaries of India
• NISM

Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.

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