Series 26 Practice Test 2026 — Free Series 26 Exam Prep Questions
The Series 26 qualifies principals who supervise the sale of mutual funds, variable annuities, variable life insurance and similar packaged products. Our practice questions follow FINRA's three Series 26 job functions, covering registration and training, sales-practice supervision and compliance oversight, with each item tied to the FINRA, SEC or Investment Company Act rule it tests.
Under a networking arrangement, Ivybridge Securities' representatives work in the branches of Jasper County Bank. The bank proposes paying its unregistered tellers $25 for each customer they refer who then buys a mutual fund through Ivybridge. How should Ivybridge's principal respond?
Series 26 format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Prometric test centers. Online delivery is available only to candidates with an approved accommodation. The test center provides a basic electronic calculator and a whiteboard; no reference materials are allowed.
| Questions | 120 total: 110 scored and 10 unscored pretest items |
|---|---|
| Time | 2 hours 45 minutes |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Cost | $200 |
| Functions | Personnel management and registration (16), Supervises associated persons and sales practices (49), Compliance and business processes (45) |
| Corequisites | SIE plus Series 6, or SIE plus Series 7 |
| Calculator | Basic electronic calculator and whiteboard provided by the test center |
| Testing | Prometric test center (online only with an approved accommodation) |
Facts last verified Oct 26, 2026. Source: www.finra.org/registration-exams-ce/qualification-exams/series26. Always confirm details with FINRA before your exam.
When can you take the Series 26?
The Series 26 is offered year-round at Prometric test centers, within the 120-day enrollment window opened after your firm enrolls you.
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What the Series 26 covers
Every PrepBanq Series 26 test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Personnel Management Activities and Registration of the Broker-Dealer16 of 110 scored items: CRD registration and Uniform Forms, pre-hire checks, training and continuing education. | 14.5% | ~16 | 22 questions → |
Supervises Associated Persons and Oversees Sales Practices49 of 110 scored items: sales supervision, communications with the public, recommendations and disclosures, compensation, outside activities and discipline. | 44.5% | ~49 | 67 questions → |
Oversees Compliance and Business Processes of the Broker-Dealer and its Offices45 of 110 scored items: account processes, anti-money laundering, internal controls, office inspections, complaints and financial responsibility. | 41% | ~45 | 61 questions → |
How to register for the Series 26
- 1Qualify as a representativePass the SIE and either the Series 6 or the Series 7; the Series 26 registration requires both.
- 2Get sponsoredYour FINRA member firm files Form U4 requesting the Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Principal position.
- 3Schedule within 120 daysFINRA opens a 120-day enrollment window; book a Prometric test-center appointment inside it.
- 4Reschedule early if neededChanges inside 10 business days cost $100 (3 to 10 business days) or the full $200 (2 business days or fewer, or a no-show).
- 5Take the exam120 items in 2 hours 45 minutes; you need 70% on the 110 scored items to pass.
Eligibility
You must be associated with and sponsored by a FINRA member firm (or another applicable SRO member firm), which requests the Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Principal position on Form U4. To hold the registration you must pass the SIE and either the Series 6 or the Series 7.
Retake policy
You wait 30 days after a first or second failed attempt, and 180 days after a third failure within two years. From January 19, 2027 these drop to 15 days and 60 days (FINRA Regulatory Notice 26-18).
Testing accommodations
Online testing for the Series 26 is available only as an approved accommodation, granted to candidates who are immunocompromised or who live more than 150 miles from a test center.
Credential renewal
The qualification lapses if you are not registered with a firm for 2 years (FINRA Rule 1210).
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Series 26 FAQ
How many questions are on the Series 26?
The Series 26 has 120 questions (110 of them scored) and you have 2 hours 45 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice with four answer choices and one correct or best answer, in closed-stem, open-stem (sentence completion) and EXCEPT/NOT formats. 110 scored items plus 10 unidentified, unscored pretest items placed randomly through the exam. There is no penalty for guessing..
How long is the Series 26 exam?
Testing time for the Series 26 is 2 hours 45 minutes.
What is the passing score for the Series 26?
Series 26 passing standard: 70%. Score range: Pass/fail against an absolute passing standard of 70%.
How much does the Series 26 cost?
The Series 26 registration fee is $200. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the Series 26?
The Series 26 covers Personnel Management Activities and Registration of the Broker-Dealer (about 14.5%), Supervises Associated Persons and Oversees Sales Practices (about 44.5%), Oversees Compliance and Business Processes of the Broker-Dealer and its Offices (about 41%).
Who administers the Series 26?
The FINRA Series 26 — Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Principal Exam is administered by FINRA. Delivery: Computer-based at Prometric test centers. Online delivery is available only to candidates with an approved accommodation. The test center provides a basic electronic calculator and a whiteboard; no reference materials are allowed..
Can you retake the Series 26?
You wait 30 days after a first or second failed attempt, and 180 days after a third failure within two years. From January 19, 2027 these drop to 15 days and 60 days (FINRA Regulatory Notice 26-18).
Is there a free Series 26 practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free Series 26 practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real Series 26 formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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