The Final Quest is an educational fiction novel created by NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited) to promote financial literacy in an engaging, story-driven format.
The story follows Aryan Mehra, a young professional who inherits a mysterious quest from his late grandfather, Shiv Mehra, a retired financial planner. Each stage of Aryan’s “final quest” teaches him vital lessons about personal finance—from understanding credit scores and managing debt to saving, investing, and building financial discipline.
Through interactions with his grandfather’s old friends—each representing a key aspect of financial wisdom—Aryan learns how to:
Repair his credit score and avoid debt traps
Cultivate saving habits and understand the power of compounding
Balance wealth with responsibility through goal-based investing
Plan for retirement, risk management, and financial legacy
Blending storytelling with practical insights, The Final Quest transforms complex financial topics into simple, relatable life lessons. It aims to empower readers—especially young adults—to take charge of their financial future with confidence and clarity.
