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Free Series 6 Exam Prep

Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative

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Your Study Path

SERIES6 Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Pass the SIE Exam

Complete the Securities Industry Essentials exam first. Many concepts overlap with Series 6 content, giving you a strong foundation.

50
hours
Start this step
2

Investment Company ProductsYou are here

Master mutual funds, variable annuities, variable life insurance, UITs, and 529 plans. This is the core of the exam at 47% of questions.

20
hours
3

Customer Accounts & Order Processing

Study account types, suitability requirements, order handling, settlement procedures, and transfer instructions (34% of exam).

15
hours
4

Practice Exams & Final Review

Take timed practice tests that mirror the real Series 6 format. Focus on mutual fund pricing and variable annuity features.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
95 hours
That's about 10 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Series 6 Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
No formal education required
Additional Requirements
  • Must pass the SIE exam before or concurrent with the Series 6
  • Firm sponsorship required (Form U4 filed by a FINRA member firm)
  • Background check and disclosure review through Form U4
  • 120-day enrollment window to schedule and take the exam

Series 6 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

3-6 weeks after passing the SIE

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

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Retake Policy

30-day wait after 1st and 2nd failures, 180-day wait after 3rd failure and beyond. No limit on total attempts.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$100
Total Estimated Cost$100 (plus $100 for SIE if not already passed)
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Series 6 Exam Details

Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative

Administered by FINRA

Official Source
70%
Passing Score
50
Questions
1
Hours
$100
Exam Fee
Study time: 30-50 hours
Prerequisites: SIE exam + firm sponsorship

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official FINRA content outline

Seeks Business for the Broker-Dealer12%

Customer profiles, product recommendations, communications

Opens Accounts After Obtaining and Evaluating Information10%

Account types, documentation, suitability

Provides Information on Investments47%

Mutual funds, variable annuities, variable life, UITs

Obtains and Verifies Purchase/Sale Instructions24%

Order processing, settlement, client confirmations

Obtains, Verifies, and Confirms Transfer Instructions7%

Account transfers, systematic withdrawals

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