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Series 63 vs Series 65

Series 63 is the state-law exam commonly used for securities agents. Series 65 is the investment adviser representative law exam.

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Series 63 is the state-law exam commonly used for securities agents. Series 65 is the investment adviser representative law exam.

Field Series 63 Series 65
Official name Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam Uniform Investment Adviser Law Exam
Administrator NASAA NASAA
Questions 60 scored + 5 unscored 130 scored + 10 unscored
Duration 75 minutes 180 minutes
Passing score 43 of 60 scored questions 92 of 130 scored questions
Corequisite None None
Cost $147 $187

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The Series 63 is NASAA's state-law exam for securities agents, administered by FINRA. FINRA lists 60 scored questions, 5 unscored questions, 75 minutes, a passing score of 43 out of 60, and a $147 cost.

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The Series 65 is NASAA's investment adviser representative law exam, administered by FINRA. FINRA lists 130 scored questions, 10 unscored questions, 180 minutes, a passing score of 92 out of 130, and a $187 cost.

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