Series 82 Exam — Mock Exams & Practice Tests

Prepare for the FINRA Series 82 (Private Securities Offerings Representative) with a blueprint-aligned syllabus, a private-placements cheat sheet, authoritative resources, and exam-style practice.

The Series 82 (Private Securities Offerings Representative Qualification Exam) is a representative-level FINRA exam focused on private securities offerings—including private placement mechanics, investor qualification concepts, required documentation, and the “best compliant next step” workflow from solicitation through subscription processing.

Key points:

  • Sponsorship required: you must be associated with a FINRA member firm (or other applicable SRO member firm) to sit for Series 82.
  • Corequisite: you must pass SIE + Series 82 to obtain the Private Securities Offerings Representative registration.

Use this hub as your study flow:

  • Overview: exam format, timing, score, and what’s tested
  • Syllabus: blueprint → functions → learning objectives (practice links included)
  • Cheatsheet: private placement workflow, rules mindset, and high-yield traps
  • Practice: timed mocks + targeted drills
  • FAQ: eligibility, scope (what Series 82 does/doesn’t cover), and how to study
  • Resources: official FINRA links and the content outline PDF
  • Updates: content changes and syllabus mapping updates

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