Series 6 Exam Prep

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The Series 6 Exam qualifies individuals to sell mutual funds, variable annuities, and other packaged investment products. It’s a key step for professionals pursuing a career in investment sales and client relationship management within the financial services industry.

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About the Series 6 Exam

The Series 6, or Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative Exam, qualifies individuals to sell mutual funds, variable annuities, unit investment trusts, and other packaged investment products. It tests knowledge of investment fundamentals, securities regulations, and ethical sales practices—focusing on topics like investment risk, customer recommendations, and communications with the public.

Passing the Series 6 demonstrates readiness to engage with clients and offer investment solutions within a regulated framework, serving as a crucial step for those entering the financial advisory or insurance sales fields. For aspiring representatives, it’s an opportunity to build credibility, meet licensing requirements, and take a meaningful step toward a career in investment sales.

Exam Details

Exam Format

50 scored, multiple-choice questions and 5 unscored, experimental questions

Exam Duration

1 hour & 30 minutes (90 minutes)

Passing Score

Candidates must score a 70% or higher (answer at least 35 of the 50 scored questions correctly)

Study Time

Approximately 60 - 80 hours, though this can vary for each individual

Location

The exam can be taken at a Prometric testing center or online, where available

Prerequisites/corequisites

The SIE Exam must be passed for registration to be valid, but the exams can be taken in any order

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Series 6 Exam FAQs

What are the eligibility requirements for the Series 6 Exam?

To be eligible for the Series 6 Exam, you must first pass the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam and be sponsored by a FINRA-member firm or self-regulatory organization. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a Form U4 filed by their sponsoring firm, and be in good standing with no disqualifying events or regulatory restrictions. Meeting these requirements ensures you’re prepared and authorized to pursue registration as an investment company and variable contracts products representative.

How do I register for the Series 6 exam?

To register for the Series 6 Exam, you must be sponsored by a FINRA-member firm or self-regulatory organization. Your sponsoring firm will file your Form U4 (Uniform Application for Securities Industry Registration or Transfer) with FINRA, which officially registers you for the exam. Once registered, FINRA will provide instructions to schedule your exam at a Prometric testing center or online where available.

How many times can I retake the Series 6 Exam?

You can retake the Series 6 Exam as many times as needed, but there are waiting periods between attempts. After the first and second failures, you must wait 30 days before retaking the exam. After a third failure, the waiting period increases to 180 days for any subsequent attempts.

How long is the Series 6 exam valid for after passing?

After passing the Series 6 Exam, your registration is valid as long as you remain associated with a FINRA-member firm and maintain active registration. If you leave the industry or your registration lapses, you may need to retake the exam or meet other FINRA requirements to regain active status.

What can I do after passing the Series 6 Exam?

After passing the Series 6 Exam, you are licensed to sell mutual funds, variable annuities, unit investment trusts, and insurance-related investment products as a registered investment company and variable contracts products representative. You can work with clients to provide suitable investment solutions, build relationships, and pursue a career in investment sales, financial advisory, or insurance-linked investment services. It also serves as a stepping stone to additional FINRA licenses and advanced securities registrations.