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Free Series 9 Exam Prep

General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options

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17
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Updated January 2026
Your Study Path

SERIES9 Professional License: Complete Roadmap

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

1

Complete Prerequisites

Pass the SIE and Series 7 exams. The Series 9 is a supervisory-level exam that builds on your Series 7 options knowledge.

120
hours
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2

Options Account SupervisionYou are here

Master options account opening procedures, maintenance requirements, and supervisory responsibilities — 33% of the exam.

15
hours
3

Sales Practices & Trading Supervision

Study supervision of options sales practices, general options trading, and communications review — 44% of the exam.

20
hours
4

Practice Exams & Final Review

Focus on supervisory scenarios, personnel management, and distinguishing between principal and representative responsibilities.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
165 hours
That's about 17 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Series 9 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 + Series 7 before taking the Series 9
  • Firm sponsorship required (Form U4 filed by a FINRA member firm)
  • Typically paired with the Series 10 for full General Securities Sales Supervisor qualification
  • 120-day enrollment window to schedule and take the exam

Series 9 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

3-6 weeks typical

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Exam Provider

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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$175
Total Estimated Cost$175
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Series 9 Exam Details

General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options

Administered by FINRA

Official Source
70%
Passing Score
55
Questions
1
Hours
$175
Exam Fee
Study time: 30-50 hours
Prerequisites: SIE exam + Series 7 + firm sponsorship

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official FINRA content outline

Options Account Supervision32.73%

Opening/maintenance of customer options accounts

Sales Practices & Trading34.55%

Supervising sales practices and general options trading

Options Communications9.09%

Supervising options communications

Personnel Management23.64%

Supervising associated persons and personnel management

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