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Futures Prop Firms·Advanced· 5 min

How to actually pass an evaluation

A boring, patient approach that beats the flashy one.

Rule 1: size for the drawdown

Calculate the maximum loss that puts you 20% away from any hard rule. That's your true per-trade risk budget.

Rule 2: fewer, better trades

Most passed accounts happen with 2–4 trades per day, not 20. Every extra trade increases variance and the chance of hitting a bad rule day.

Rule 3: bank early, hunt later

Once you're up 25% toward the target, tighten risk. Don't give back green with reckless swings.

Rule 4: read the exact rulebook

News restrictions, holding overnight, weekend positions, minimum trading days — every firm is different.

Watch it on the chart
Chart breakdown
PROFIT TARGET +8%MAX DRAWDOWN –5%slow & steady beats one big day
Equity curve of a passing evaluation, annotated with each decision point.
Key takeaways
  • Size for the drawdown, not the target.
  • Fewer, higher-quality trades win evaluations.
  • Tighten risk once you're close to the target.
  • Rules vary by firm — always read the specific rulebook.
Quick check

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Educational simulation only. Not financial advice. Prop firm rules vary between companies — always read the official rules of the specific firm before trading.