FINRA Series 65

Series 65 Exam Prep

Comprehensive practice questions and study materials from FINRA. Build confidence with adaptive learning and domain-specific analytics.

Exam Details
Exam CodeSeries 65
Questions130 (120 scored + 10 unscored)
Duration3 hours (180 minutes)
Passing Score72%
Exam Fee$187 USD
Question TypesMultiple-choice
PrerequisitesNone — no firm sponsorship required
RenewalMaintained through state registration
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Questions
6
Practice Tests
976
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Exam Domains

Series 65 Exam Domains

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1

Economics and Analysis

10%

Economic factors, financial reporting, and quantitative methods

2

Investment Vehicles

10%

Stocks, bonds, derivatives, alternative investments, and insurance

3

Investment Recommendations and Strategies

10%

Portfolio management, asset allocation, and client suitability

4

Ethics and Legal Guidelines

10%

State and federal regulations, fiduciary responsibility, and ethical practices

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FAQ

Series 65 FAQ

Everything you need to know before getting started.

The Series 65 exam has 130 multiple-choice questions. You have 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the exam. Of the 130 questions, 10 are unscored pretest questions.

You need a score of 72% to pass the Series 65 exam. You must answer 94 out of 130 scored questions correctly.

The Series 65 exam costs $187 USD. It is administered by NASAA. Unlike most FINRA exams, you do not need firm sponsorship — any individual can register.

The Series 65 covers four main topics: Economic Factors and Business Information (15%), Investment Vehicle Characteristics (25%), Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies (30%), and Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines Including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practices (30%).

No. The Series 65 has no prerequisite exams and does not require firm sponsorship. It is a standalone exam for individuals who want to become investment adviser representatives.

The Series 65 qualifies you to work as an investment adviser representative (IAR). This role involves providing investment advice for compensation, managing client portfolios, and making investment recommendations.

The Series 65 is considered moderately to highly challenging. It covers both financial concepts and a large volume of state and federal regulations. Most candidates study for 6-8 weeks with a focus on practice exams.

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