How long is the Series 6 exam?
Verified from FINRA, last checked 2026-05-30. Quick answer below, then the full breakdown.
The Series 6 exam is 90 minutes (1 hour and 30 minutes) to answer 55 questions. That works out to roughly 98 seconds per question. The clock keeps running through any breaks you take.
Series 6 exam time allocation:
Total Time: 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes)
Total Questions: 55
Time Per Question: ~98 seconds average
Time-management tips:
- Cap any single question at about 2 minutes, then flag and move on
- Use the flag-and-return feature for tough questions
- Plan to finish with 10 to 15 minutes of buffer for review
- Breaks are allowed but the clock does not pause
The Series 6 is one of the shorter FINRA exams. Most candidates finish with time to spare. Use leftover time to revisit flagged items, especially anything from Section III (recommendations and transfers), which is half the exam.
See also: How long to study for the Series 6
Verified from FINRA. Last checked 2026-05-30.
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