Test day
SIE test-day execution
Protect attention, time and logistics from check-in through the final review.
Verify the appointment at the source
Confirm identification, arrival or online check-in, testing rules and current provider instructions. Policies can change, so use your appointment confirmation and FINRA-linked provider.
Read for the tested distinction
Identify the actor, product, account, instruction and rule boundary before selecting. Watch qualifiers such as except, most and best.
Use a controlled first pass
Answer clear items, mark uncertain ones and maintain the pace you practiced. There is no penalty for guessing, so do not leave an item unanswered.
Keep the result in perspective
A passing result is meaningful progress, not authorization to engage in securities business. Save your records and understand the next qualification step relevant to your career.
Official sources
Confirm current fees, enrollment, accommodations, provider instructions and registration requirements before acting.