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Free Series 65 practice questions with answers and detailed explanations. Pass your Uniform Investment Adviser Law exam on the first try with our exam-style questions and AI-powered study assistant.

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Federal-Regulations76 questions
State-Regulations73 questions
Risk-Return65 questions
Customer-Accounts64 questions
Debt-Securities47 questions
Equity-Securities40 questions
Economics39 questions
Packaged-Products35 questions
Portfolio-Management34 questions
Options25 questions
Suitability24 questions
Alternative-Investments13 questions
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Annuities5 questions
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About the Series 65 Exam

Required for investment adviser representatives who provide investment advice for compensation.

Questions

130 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$187 (NASAA)

Series 65 Exam Content Outline

15%

Economic Factors and Business Information

Economic analysis, financial reporting, quantitative methods

25%

Investment Vehicle Characteristics

Stocks, bonds, derivatives, alternatives, and pooled investments

30%

Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies

Portfolio management, risk analysis, and suitability

30%

Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines

Federal and state securities laws, ethics

How to Pass the Series 65 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 130 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: $187

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Series 65 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Understand portfolio management concepts like Modern Portfolio Theory and asset allocation
2Master the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and fiduciary duties
3Know the difference between state and SEC registration requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Series 65 exam?

The Series 65 qualifies you as an Investment Adviser Representative (IAR). It tests knowledge of economics, investment analysis, portfolio management, and securities regulations.

How hard is the Series 65 exam?

The Series 65 is moderately difficult with a 70% pass rate nationally. It's more conceptual than the Series 7, focusing on investment theory and fiduciary responsibilities.

Do I need the SIE for Series 65?

No. Unlike FINRA exams, the Series 65 is administered by NASAA and does not require the SIE as a prerequisite.

Series 65 vs Series 66 - which should I take?

Take Series 65 if you only need investment adviser qualification. Take Series 66 if you already have Series 7 and need both state agent and adviser registration.