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Born on 11th October 1988, Tapas Chandra’s journey began in the heart of adversity. On the day he entered the world, his father—a dedicated social worker and one of the key voices in the Jharkhand movement for statehood—was in jail. Outside, it was drizzling. Inside, hope was born. Interestingly, Tapas shares his birthday with some of India’s most iconic personalities—Amitabh Bachchan and Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan—something that has always inspired him to pursue greatness with humility.
From a young age, Tapas was a naturally curious learner. His school days were marked by academic excellence—always at the top of his class—and he secured the district topper rank in his 10th Board (Matriculation) exams. Numbers fascinated him, and Mathematics became both his playground and passion. He consistently won inter-school and district-level math competitions, and also led from the front as a fast bowler on the cricket field—showing that discipline and strategy work just as well in sports as they do in academics.
His journey of structured education took him to one of the premier engineering institutions in India—NIT Kurukshetra, where he earned his degree in Engineering. It was during this time that he encountered the fascinating world of the Stock Market. What began as curiosity soon evolved into a deep commitment to learn the principles behind financial markets, data-driven decision making, and long-term value creation.
Tapas never looked at the stock market as a shortcut to wealth. Instead, he approached it as a structured subject—something to be studied, understood, and taught. Over the years, he has committed himself to educating others, simplifying complex concepts, and helping students develop clarity and confidence in their learning journey through the markets.
He believes learning never stops. Today, as a passionate educator and mentor, Tapas continues to share insights, tools, and techniques that empower individuals to make informed decisions. His approach is rooted in discipline, ethics, and education, ensuring that learners grow not just as market participants but as responsible, lifelong students of financial systems.
Tapas Chandra believes learning is a lifelong journey—and his story reflects that beautifully.
With over 12 years of professional experience in the IT industry, Tapas has worked with leading global organizations such as Accenture, Samsung, Manthan Systems, and JPMorgan Chase & Co. His career began in 2010 when he earned his first role as a Software Engineer at Accenture, where his performance was recognized through multiple awards. From day one, Tapas was known not just for his technical skills, but also for his passion for teaching and mentoring fellow teammates.
In 2012, he joined Samsung as a Senior Software Engineer and quickly rose through the ranks. While contributing to cutting-edge projects and traveling to South Korea for international assignments, he also started exploring the world of stock markets. What began as a curiosity soon turned into a deep interest—and a new area of learning. He consistently treated the financial markets as an educational platform, studying patterns, understanding the fundamentals, and applying strategies with discipline.
By 2014, during his time at Manthan Systems, Tapas actively pursued financial education through books, online resources, and practical experimentation. He integrated his learnings with real-time market observations, refining his understanding with each passing day.
In 2015, inspired by the values and leadership of JPMorgan Chase & Co., he joined the firm and spent the next phase of his career absorbing global insights in finance and risk management. A quote by CEO Jamie Dimon—"The term 'too big to fail' should be excised from our vocabulary"—deeply resonated with him. This shaped his belief that financial knowledge and personal responsibility go hand in hand.
After an enriching corporate journey, Tapas transitioned from a full-time employee to a full-time educator, with a mission to simplify stock market learning for everyday individuals. He doesn’t just teach the “what” of investing and trading, but also focuses on the “why” and “how”—helping learners build strong decision-making foundations rooted in ethics and clarity.
To further strengthen his academic depth, Tapas is currently pursuing the Post Graduate Program in Research Analysis from NISM, a premier institution dedicated to securities market education. This formal education complements his hands-on experience and enriches his content with both theoretical insights and real-world relevance.
Today, through his educational initiatives, Tapas continues to empower learners from all walks of life—helping them grow their financial literacy with confidence, structure, and purpose.
At Makemytrend, we believe education is the strongest catalyst for change—and that financial empowerment begins with awareness, knowledge, and the right mindset. What began as a simple initiative to teach stock market concepts has now evolved into one of the fastest-growing training institutes in the world, building a strong and purpose-driven community of Stock Traders and Investors.
Today, Makemytrend is home to a thriving community of over 300+ active learners and growing rapidly. Our members come from diverse backgrounds, united by a common mission—to learn, grow, and build a meaningful relationship with the financial markets.
Our journey is guided by a bold vision:
To create the world’s largest learning society for Stock Traders and Investors.
One of the most pressing challenges in India is the limited participation in financial markets—with only a small percentage of the population actively involved. At Makemytrend, we aim to change this. Not by promoting quick gains or shortcuts, but by building a new generation of learners—equipped with the mindset, skill sets, and educational tools needed to understand the market deeply and take informed decisions.
Our teaching methodology is centered around Fusion Model, a practical approach that empowers learners to read market behavior, study patterns, and make confident entries and exits—without relying on speculation or guesswork.
We’re on a mission to make financial education accessible, structured, and practical—so that every individual, regardless of background, can begin their journey toward self-reliance and financial freedom.
At Makemytrend, we don’t just teach trading—we teach how to think, how to analyze, and how to learn continuously.
Join us, and be part of a movement that’s transforming how India learns about the stock market—one learner at a time.
June 2024 - Current
Mumbai, Maharashtra
August 2015 - May 2022
Bangalore, Karnataka
May 2012 - April 2014
Bangalore, Karnataka
XV: Research Analyst
XXI-A: Portfolio Management Services (PMS) Distributors
X-B: Investment Adviser (Level 2) - 2019
X-A: Investment Adviser (Level 1) - 2019
V-B: Mutual Fund Foundation - 2018
VIII: Equity Derivatives - 2018
V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors - 2018
Honoured with the ₹1 Crore Champion Award — A testament to the power of continuous learning, disciplined practice, and the right mindset in the journey of financial education.
Proud recipient of the Hall of Fame Award — a recognition of consistent learning, commitment to growth, and inspiring others through financial education.
Tapas Chandra
Educator | Pursuing PGP in Research Analysis – NISM
#1 Best Selling Author of Book (Invest or Regret)
Ex – JPMorgan Chase & Co.
NISM Certified
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