
HCL Technologies Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with NSE Academy Limited (NAL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd, to roll out a series of joint certificate programs in technology and finance.
The initiative aims to equip students and professionals with future-ready skills required in the fast-evolving digital economy, particularly across banking, insurance, financial markets and fintech.
The joint programs will be offered across India as well as the Middle East and South Asia (MESA) region. Designed for a wide learner base, the courses will cater to university students, early-career professionals and experienced working executives seeking to upgrade their skills in emerging technology-driven financial domains.
Program Structure and Learning Experience
The collaboration blends NSE Academy’s strong foundation in finance, fintech and capital markets with HCLTech’s expertise in digital transformation and enterprise technology. Learners will gain access to industry-aligned, ready-to-deploy programs that integrate finance and fintech concepts with data, artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools.
The courses will be delivered through HCLTech’s Career Shaper™ platform, ensuring a structured, hands-on and application-oriented learning experience.
The joint certificate programs will cover a wide spectrum of in-demand domains, including fintech, risk management, banking, capital markets, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and data engineering. In addition, the partnership will launch professional credential programs in digital finance, analytics, ethics and governance, addressing both technical and regulatory aspects of the BFSI sector.
Under the partnership, universities and corporate organisations will be able to integrate these programs into their academic curricula and internal learning and development frameworks. Specialized BFSI-focused modules will also be offered, with an emphasis on AI-driven transformation, innovation and operational efficiency in financial services.
HCLTech, CVP & Global Head- Education Business Unit, Srimathi Shivashankar, said, “Our partnership with NSE Academy is about shaping the future of talent for a digital-first financial world. By combining HCLTech’s technology expertise with NSE Academy’s deep domain knowledge, we will create pathways for students and professionals to gain job-ready skills and thrive in BFSI and beyond.”
NSE Academy Ltd, Managing Director & CEO, Abhilash Misra, stated, “We are delighted to collaborate with HCLTech to advance finance and technology education in India. This partnership will create pathways for learners to build relevant, in-demand skills that connect financial knowledge with digital innovation. By combining NSE Academy’s strength in financial market certifications and education with HCLTech’s deep technology expertise, we aim to shape a generation of professionals who are prepared for the future of work.”
On December 16, 2025, HCLTech share price (NSE: HCLTECH) opened at ₹1,681.00 and closed at ₹1,651.80, down by 1.91%. The stock price touched its day’s low at ₹1,645.40.
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The partnership between HCLTech and NSE Academy represents a significant step toward building a future-ready workforce for the digital finance ecosystem. By combining technology, finance and real-world industry insights, the initiative is set to strengthen talent capabilities and support digital transformation across the BFSI sector.
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Published on: Dec 17, 2025, 8:16 AM IST

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