Exam at a glance
Questions
130
Time limit
180 min
Passing
Candidates must correctly answer 94 of the 130 scored questions to pass the Series 65 exam.
Practice bank
200 Qs
What the exam covers
- 1
Economic Factors and Business Information
15% · 21 lessons
- 2
Investment Vehicle Characteristics
25% · 39 lessons
- 3
Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies
30% · 43 lessons
- 4
Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines, including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practices
30% · 45 lessons
How to prepare on Step2Study
1. Learn
Work through the Academy modules — short lessons with key facts and memory tricks.
2. Practice
Take the numbered practice tests with instant feedback, flashcards and mental maps.
3. Simulate
Sit a full timed simulation to check you are ready for exam day.