Competitions (Finance/Consulting/Policy)
CFA Institute Research Challenge — India Regional
Indiaoffline5–6 months (research + presentation)
Eligibility
Full-time university students at qualifying CFA Institute Member Society member institutions; teams of 3–5; finance background preferred
Why it matters
The world's foremost student equity research competition. Indian students who win or place at the regional level are immediately noticed by buy-side firms. A Research Challenge presentation is often the deciding credential at analyst interviews.
Benefits
Trophy + CFA Society membership + career-defining equity research credential + networking with CFA charterholders and fund managers