Series 26
Series 26
The Series 26 exam — the Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Principal Qualification exam (IP) — covers three major functions with a focus on overseeing compliance and business processes of the broker-dealer and its offices.
110 Questions
2h 45m
70%
50% - 60%
Topics
- Personnel management
- Securities industry rules
- FINRA rules compliance
- Sales activities
- Record keeping
- Maintenance of customer accounts
Retake Wait Periods
After the first or second time a candidate fails the Series 26 exam, there is a mandatory 30 day waiting period before they can take the exam again. After the third (and subsequent) fails, the waiting period increases to 6 months. The $200 exam fee applies each time they take the exam.
What’s Next
Those who successfully obtain a Series 26 license can serve in the role of a principal for the purchase/sale of closed end company securities, certain redeemable securities, and various contracts and premium funding programs issued by an insurance carrier.
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