Series 6 Practice Test 2026 — Free Series 6 Exam Prep Questions
The Series 6 qualifies representatives to sell mutual funds, variable annuities, variable life insurance, 529 plans and other packaged products, and is taken together with the SIE. Our practice questions follow FINRA's four Series 6 job functions, with an emphasis on fund pricing and sales charges, variable annuity features and taxation, communications rules, and opening and servicing accounts.
Mr. Ottaway is moving his account from Penrose Securities to Quillon Brokerage through ACATS. The account holds a Penrose proprietary mutual fund that Quillon cannot carry. Under FINRA Rule 11870, what must Penrose do about those shares?
Series 6 format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at Prometric test centers, with a tutorial before the exam. Online (remote-proctored) delivery of the Series 6 is available only to candidates with an approved accommodation. The test center provides a calculator and an erasable note board; online sessions use an on-screen calculator.
| Questions | 55 total: 50 scored and 5 unscored pretest items |
|---|---|
| Time | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Passing score | 70 |
| Cost | $100 |
| Functions | Seeks business 24% (12), Opens accounts 16% (8), Information & recommendations 50% (25), Processes transactions 10% (5) |
| Eligibility | Firm sponsorship required; SIE is a corequisite |
| Products covered | Mutual funds (closed-end funds on the initial offering only), variable annuities, variable life insurance, UITs and municipal fund securities such as 529 plans |
| Valid for | Lapses after 2 years without registration |
| 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/series6. Always confirm details with FINRA before your exam.
When can you take the Series 6?
The Series 6 is offered year-round at Prometric test centers, within the enrollment window opened by your sponsoring firm.
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What the Series 6 covers
Every PrepBanq Series 6 test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Seeks Business for the Broker-Dealer from Customers and Potential Customers | 24% | ~12 | 36 questions → |
Opens Accounts After Obtaining and Evaluating Customers' Financial Profile and Investment Objectives | 16% | ~8 | 24 questions → |
Provides Customers with Information About Investments, Makes Recommendations, Transfers Assets and Maintains Appropriate Records | 50% | ~25 | 75 questions → |
Obtains and Verifies Customers' Purchase and Sales Instructions; Processes, Completes and Confirms Transactions | 10% | ~5 | 15 questions → |
How to register for the Series 6
- 1Join a sponsoring firmA FINRA member firm must associate with you and enroll you for the Series 6.
- 2Pass the SIEThe SIE is a corequisite: you need both exams to register.
- 3Schedule with PrometricBook within your enrollment window. Changes made 3–10 business days before the exam cost $50, and within 2 business days $100.
- 4Test and registerGet your result on screen. Once you have passed both the SIE and the Series 6, your firm completes your registration.
Eligibility
You must be associated with and sponsored by a FINRA member firm (or another applicable SRO member firm). To register as an Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative you must pass both the Series 6 and the SIE.
Retake policy
You wait 30 days after a first or second failed attempt, and 180 days after a third or later failure within two years. From January 19, 2027 these drop to 15 days and 60 days (FINRA Regulatory Notice 26-18). Waiting periods apply only to the exam you failed.
Score release
An unofficial pass/fail result appears on screen when you finish.
Credential renewal
The qualification lapses if you are not registered with a firm for 2 years (FINRA Rule 1210).
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Series 6 FAQ
How many questions are on the Series 6?
The Series 6 has 55 questions (50 of them scored) and you have 1 hour 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice with four answer choices each. 50 scored items plus 5 unidentified, unscored pretest items placed randomly through the exam. There is no penalty for guessing..
How long is the Series 6 exam?
Testing time for the Series 6 is 1 hour 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the Series 6?
Series 6 passing standard: 70. Score range: Scores are equated to a common scale; 70 is the passing score.
How much does the Series 6 cost?
The Series 6 registration fee is $100. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the Series 6?
The Series 6 covers Seeks Business for the Broker-Dealer from Customers and Potential Customers (about 24%), Opens Accounts After Obtaining and Evaluating Customers' Financial Profile and Investment Objectives (about 16%), Provides Customers with Information About Investments, Makes Recommendations, Transfers Assets and Maintains Appropriate Records (about 50%), Obtains and Verifies Customers' Purchase and Sales Instructions; Processes, Completes and Confirms Transactions (about 10%).
Who administers the Series 6?
The FINRA Series 6 — Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative Exam is administered by FINRA. Delivery: Computer-based at Prometric test centers, with a tutorial before the exam. Online (remote-proctored) delivery of the Series 6 is available only to candidates with an approved accommodation. The test center provides a calculator and an erasable note board; online sessions use an on-screen calculator..
Can you retake the Series 6?
You wait 30 days after a first or second failed attempt, and 180 days after a third or later failure within two years. From January 19, 2027 these drop to 15 days and 60 days (FINRA Regulatory Notice 26-18). Waiting periods apply only to the exam you failed.
Is there a free Series 6 practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free Series 6 practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real Series 6 formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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