Tripura University’s Economics Department becomes the first in North East India to sign an MoU with NISM, introducing specialised financial market courses, certifications, faculty development programmes, and placement support to boost student skills, employability, and industry exposure.
Tripura University has added a significant chapter to its academic journey as the Department of Economics has become the first department in the entire North East to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the prestigious National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM), Mumbai. This landmark collaboration is expected to redefine financial market education in the region while strengthening industry-academia linkage, skill development, and employability for students aspiring to work in India’s expanding securities and financial sectors.
The MoU was formally signed on Monday at the Department of Economics in the presence of faculty members, research scholars, and officials from NISM. Prof. Subhrabaran Das, Head of the Department of Economics, represented Tripura University, while Sanjeev Bajaj, General Manager (GM) of NISM, signed the agreement on behalf of the leading financial market institution.
A major highlight of the event was GM Sanjeev Bajaj’s announcement that this agreement marks the first-ever MoU between a Central University and NISM in the North Eastern region. His declaration underscored the importance of the collaboration and positioned Tripura University as a pioneer in introducing structured securities market education at the university level in the North East. According to Bajaj, the partnership will not only enhance academic prospects but also align students with the dynamic and competitive needs of the Indian financial sector.
Under the new partnership, NISM has introduced a wide array of specialised Certification Examinations, Skill-Oriented Courses, and Credit Courses tailored for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. These include industry-relevant modules such as Securities Market Foundation, Mutual Fund Distribution, Equity Derivatives, Research Analysis, and other regulatory and compliance-oriented courses designed to prepare students for real-world market operations.
To support the academic implementation of these programmes, NISM has provided comprehensive teaching resources, including structured session outlines, digital presentations, workbooks, evaluation tools, and access to expert-led doubt-clearing sessions. These academic aids are aimed at enhancing classroom delivery and ensuring that students receive high-quality, standardised education aligned with national financial industry benchmarks.
A significant component of the collaboration is the introduction of periodic Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) aimed at strengthening the knowledge base and teaching methodologies of university faculty members. These FDPs will enable educators to stay updated with regulatory changes, market trends, financial instruments, and industry practices, thereby improving classroom effectiveness and academic outcomes.
Once the Department of Economics sets up essential infrastructure such as a CCTV-enabled computer laboratory and necessary financial market software, it will become eligible to host NISM’s Certification Examinations directly on the university campus. This facility will provide students with convenient access to nationally recognised certifications without the need to travel to distant examination centres, significantly increasing their chances of qualifying for competitive roles within the financial market ecosystem.
Another noteworthy aspect of the partnership is NISM’s assurance of placement support through its dedicated online placement portal. Students completing NISM certifications will gain access to job listings, internship opportunities, and industry networking channels, thereby improving their employability and exposure to real-time financial market operations. This support is expected to create new career pathways in areas such as stockbroking, mutual funds, investment advisory, corporate finance, and financial research.
Expressing his satisfaction with the collaboration, Prof. Subhrabaran Das stated that the MoU represents a crucial step toward integrating market-oriented skills with mainstream academic learning. He added that the partnership will bridge theoretical understanding with practical industry experience, enabling students to develop strong analytical abilities, market competence, and professional readiness.
The agreement marks a significant academic advancement for Tripura University, reflecting its commitment to providing students with global-standard skill-based education. The collaboration is expected to empower students from the North East with competitive financial expertise and position the university as a rising hub for securities market education in the region.
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With the support of NISM’s national-level resources and professional network, the Department of Economics is poised to deliver transformative learning opportunities, making this partnership a milestone in the university’s academic growth.
