FINRA SIE

FINRA SIE Exam Prep

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

Exam Details
Exam CodeSIE
Questions75 (65 scored + 10 unscored)
Duration1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes)
Passing Score70%
Exam Fee$80 USD
Question TypesMultiple-choice
PrerequisitesNone — open to anyone 18+
RenewalValid for 4 years
557
Questions
6
Practice Tests
976
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Exam Domains

SIE Exam Domains

Master every domain to maximize your exam score

1

Customer Accounts

10%

Account types, documentation requirements, and customer account handling

2

Debt Securities

10%

Bonds, notes, money market instruments, and fixed-income analysis

3

Economics

10%

Economic indicators, monetary and fiscal policy, business cycles

4

Equity Securities

10%

Common and preferred stock, rights, warrants, and ADRs

5

Investment Companies

10%

Mutual funds, ETFs, closed-end funds, and UITs

6

Issuing Securities

10%

Primary market, underwriting process, SEC registration

7

Retirement Plans & Annuities

10%

IRAs, 401(k), pension plans, and annuity contracts

8

Trading Securities

10%

Secondary market, order types, settlement, and trade execution

9

Recommendations & Ethics

10%

Suitability, fiduciary duties, and ethical practices

10

Options

10%

Calls, puts, options strategies, and options contracts

11

Rules and Regulations

10%

FINRA rules, SEC regulations, and compliance requirements

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FAQ

SIE FAQ

Everything you need to know before getting started.

The SIE exam has 75 multiple-choice questions. You have 1 hour and 45 minutes (105 minutes) to complete the exam. Of the 75 questions, 10 are unscored pilot questions.

You need a score of 70% to pass the SIE exam. The exam uses a scaled scoring methodology.

The SIE exam costs $80 USD. Unlike other FINRA exams, you do not need firm sponsorship to take the SIE — anyone 18 or older can register.

The SIE covers four main areas: Knowledge of Capital Markets (16%), Understanding Products and Their Risks (44%), Understanding Trading, Customer Accounts and Prohibited Activities (31%), and Overview of Regulatory Framework (9%).

No. The SIE has no prerequisites — it is open to anyone aged 18 or older, even without firm sponsorship. It is designed as the entry point for a career in the securities industry.

SIE results are valid for 4 years. If you do not associate with a FINRA member firm within 4 years of passing, you must retake the exam.

The SIE is considered the most accessible FINRA exam, but it covers a broad range of securities topics. A structured study plan covering all domains and regular practice tests are essential for first-time success.

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