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Introduction to Stock Markets (Varsity by Zerodha)

Zerodha's free, plain-English module on how Indian stock markets work, from regulators and IPOs to indices like Nifty and Sensex.

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About this course

The first Varsity module explains why investing matters and how India's capital markets are organised. Chapters cover regulators such as SEBI, market intermediaries, IPOs, how stock exchanges and indices like Sensex and Nifty work, and common market jargon. It is written as illustrated chapters rather than videos.

Best for: Indian beginners who want to understand the stock market before they start investing.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain why investing beats leaving money idle
  • Describe the roles of SEBI and market intermediaries
  • Understand how IPOs and stock exchanges work
  • Read stock market indices such as Nifty and Sensex

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Free to read on Zerodha Varsity; no certificate is issued by this module.

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Is Introduction to Stock Markets (Varsity by Zerodha) really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Varsity by Zerodha. Free to read on Zerodha Varsity; no certificate is issued by this module.
How long does Introduction to Stock Markets (Varsity by Zerodha) take?
Varsity by Zerodha does not publish an hour estimate. It is self-paced, so you set the pace.
Do I need experience before Introduction to Stock Markets (Varsity by Zerodha)?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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