Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (form The Indian Institute of Bankers) established in 1928, is a professional body of banks, financial institutions and their employees in India. During its 89 years of service, IIBF has emerged as a premier Institute in banking and finance education for those employed in the sector, aiming for professional excellence. Since its inception, the Institute has awarded over 12.75 lakh banking and finance qualifications, viz. JAIIB, CAIIB, Diploma, Certificates and Advanced Certificates in specialised areas. The pedagogy of Distance learning offered by the Institute comprises (i) publishing specific courseware for each paper/examination; (ii) holding classroom learning through accredited institutions; (iii) organising contact classes; (iv) offering video lectures; (v) offering e-learning through portal; (vi) organising campus training for selected courses etc.