Series 30 Practice Test 2026 — Free Series 30 Exam Prep Questions
The Series 30 is the NFA proficiency exam for anyone seeking approval as a branch office manager of an NFA Member firm. Our practice questions focus on what a futures branch manager supervises every day: NFA supervision, recordkeeping and disciplinary rules, CPO/CTA disclosure, know-your-customer and cost disclosure, introducing broker requirements, discretionary accounts, promotional material review and anti-money laundering programs.
A CTA has directed client accounts for 7 years. Its retail brochure will show hypothetical results for a new program it has not yet traded. Under Rule 2-29(c)(3), what is the shortest period of the CTA's actual results for directed client accounts that the brochure may show?
Series 30 format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at a Prometric test center after enrolling through FINRA. NFA exams must be taken in a test center; online testing is considered only for candidates more than 150 miles from a center or with qualifying health conditions. Closed book; calculators may not be brought in, but the test center provides one on request.
| Owner | National Futures Association (NFA); administered by FINRA |
|---|---|
| Who needs it | Anyone seeking approval as an NFA Branch Office Manager (NFA Compliance Rule 2-7), unless exempt |
| Questions | 50 True/False and Multiple Choice |
| Time | 1 hour |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Fee | $90 |
| Delivery | Prometric test center; closed book; calculator provided on request |
| Prerequisites | None; no sponsor or SIE required to enroll |
| Retakes | Wait 30 days after the 1st and 2nd fail, 180 days after the 3rd |
Facts last verified Oct 26, 2026. Source: www.nfa.futures.org/registration-membership/study-outlines/index.html. Always confirm details with NFA before your exam.
When can you take the Series 30?
Enroll online through FINRA (no sponsor needed), then schedule at a Prometric test center within 120 days of your enrollment confirmation.
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What the Series 30 covers
Every PrepBanq Series 30 test covers the official content areas; the test owner does not publish weights.
| Content domain | Our practice questions |
|---|---|
GeneralJust and equitable principles (Rule 2-4), books and records, order tickets, customer deposits, supervision (Rule 2-9), business continuity, registration, disciplinary process, arbitration, branch office audits, hedging, foreign exchanges. NFA does not publish section weights. | 30 questions → |
CPO/CTA GeneralRegistration, Rule 2-13, promotional material, books and records, reports to customers, bunched orders. | 10 questions → |
CPO/CTA Disclosure DocumentsFees, performance records, use period, conflicts, principals' backgrounds and holdings, amendments, disciplinary disclosure, NFA review. | 18 questions → |
Customer Information and Risk Disclosure ("Know your Customer") (NFA Compliance Rule 2-30)Required client information, additional information and risk disclosures. | 10 questions → |
Disclosure by CPOs and CTAs Required for Costs Associated with Futures TransactionsUpfront fees and expenses and their effect on net performance. | 6 questions → |
Disclosure by FCMs and IBs Required for Costs Associated with Futures TransactionsExplaining fees and charges to customers. | 5 questions → |
IB GeneralAccepting customer funds, guarantee agreements, guarantor FCM duties, minimum net capital, order timestamps, records. | 15 questions → |
General Account Handling and Exchange RegulationsRisk Disclosure Statement, margin, stop orders, order preparation, proprietary accounts, position limits and reporting, confirmations. | 16 questions → |
Discretionary Account RegulationRequirements for, and supervision and review of, discretionary accounts. | 10 questions → |
Communications with the Public and Promotional Material (Compliance Rule 2-29)Definition, standardized presentations, reprints, past and hypothetical performance, written procedures, supervisory review, recordkeeping. | 18 questions → |
Anti-Money Laundering RequirementsPolicies and controls, customer identification, suspicious activity reporting, compliance officer, training, independent audit. | 12 questions → |
How to register for the Series 30
Retake policy
After failing, wait at least 30 days before the second attempt, another 30 days before the third, and 180 days before any later attempt. NFA has announced shorter waiting periods effective January 19, 2027.
Score release
A failing result shows your overall percentage and the percentage correct in each section; a passing result does not show a score.
Credential renewal
To be approved as a Branch Office Manager you generally must have passed the Series 30 within the two years before your application, unless an NFA exemption applies.
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Series 30 FAQ
How many questions are on the Series 30?
The Series 30 has 50 questions and you have 1 hour to finish. Question types: True/False and Multiple Choice.
How long is the Series 30 exam?
Testing time for the Series 30 is 1 hour.
What is the passing score for the Series 30?
Series 30 passing standard: 70%. Score range: Percent correct; 70% needed to pass.
How much does the Series 30 cost?
The Series 30 registration fee is $90 enrollment fee, paid to FINRA and non-refundable. Cancelling or rescheduling 3–10 business days before the appointment costs $45. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the Series 30?
The Series 30 covers General, CPO/CTA General, CPO/CTA Disclosure Documents, Customer Information and Risk Disclosure ("Know your Customer") (NFA Compliance Rule 2-30), Disclosure by CPOs and CTAs Required for Costs Associated with Futures Transactions, Disclosure by FCMs and IBs Required for Costs Associated with Futures Transactions, IB General, General Account Handling and Exchange Regulations, Discretionary Account Regulation, Communications with the Public and Promotional Material (Compliance Rule 2-29), Anti-Money Laundering Requirements.
Who administers the Series 30?
The Series 30 — NFA Branch Manager Exam is administered by NFA. Delivery: Computer-based at a Prometric test center after enrolling through FINRA. NFA exams must be taken in a test center; online testing is considered only for candidates more than 150 miles from a center or with qualifying health conditions. Closed book; calculators may not be brought in, but the test center provides one on request.
Can you retake the Series 30?
After failing, wait at least 30 days before the second attempt, another 30 days before the third, and 180 days before any later attempt. NFA has announced shorter waiting periods effective January 19, 2027.
Is there a free Series 30 practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free Series 30 practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real Series 30 formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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