How To Pass the Series 7 Exam in 2025

You’ve already passed your SIE and you’re ready for the next step – the Series 7 exam. The Series 7 Exam is comprised of 135 questions, with 10 of these being experimental and the remaining 125 being graded.

What is the Series 7 exam?

The Series 7 exam, also known as the General Securities Representative Qualification Examination (GS), evaluates the competency of entry-level registered representatives to perform as general securities representatives.

This exam tests the candidate’s knowledge in key areas, including the sale of corporate, municipal, and investment company securities, variable annuities, direct participation programs, options, and government securities.

To earn the General Securities Representative registration, candidates must pass both the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam and the Series 7 exam. For further details on these exams.

What’s on the Series 7 exam?

7 steps to passing the Series 7 Exam

1. Take a 75-question assessment exam to gauge your baseline knowledge and identify key areas for focus. Your score isn’t important; the goal is to understand what to expect.
2. Next, read the textbook for a general overview of the concepts. Don’t aim for memorization at this stage—reserve that for later through video lectures and practice questions. Limit your reading to 25% of your study time to ensure ample time for other resources.
3. After reading, take a full-length 135-question practice exam to assess your progress. Then, watch our online video lectures, which cover key concepts and include practice questions with detailed explanations. These lectures are designed to be interactive and up to date.
4. Following the lectures, focus on practice questions to solidify your understanding. Use a mix of full exams and shorter quizzes on specific topics where you need improvement. For concepts you struggle with, revisit the textbook or create flashcards for additional review.
5. As the exam approaches, complete our four diagnostic exams (Diagnostic Exam 1, Diagnostic Exam 2, Suitability Exam, and Benchmark Exam) available in the Training Center. Space these exams out and aim to take the final benchmark exam 2-3 days before your actual exam.
6. Utilize all available supplemental guides and worksheets, including formula sheets, retirement plan summaries, suitability handouts, and options worksheets. Finally, review the class summary several times to reinforce heavily tested information and boost your score.

This is what it’s like to train with us.

Our expert faculty and one-of-a-kind approach provide the support you need to manage your study schedule and stay on track. Our program has become a game-changer for Series 7 candidates, offering a streamlined and effective method to master the material. With our guidance, you’ll gain the skills and strategies required to succeed efficiently and confidently.

If you need additional help, we’ve got you.

At Knopman Marks, we understand that some topics require a deeper dive, and that’s why we’re proud to offer the S7 Video Vault.

This valuable resource provides 21 unit-based Q&A videos, each running 25-45 minutes, that tackle the toughest questions in options, bonds, suitability, taxation, and more. These videos are designed to help reinforce your understanding and ensure you’re fully prepared for the exam. Plus, our benchmark walkthrough offers further support to solidify your knowledge. With flexible options to purchase the Video Vault on its own, bundle it with the S7 Exam Prep course, or access it as part of the All Access Pass, you’ll have the tools you need to master the material on your terms.

When you need additional resources to master complex concepts, we’ve got you covered.