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FTMOTop pick
Czech Republic • 9+ yrs
9.0
Lowest fee$155
Starts at$10,000
Max alloc$400,000
PayoutsOn demand after 14 days
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT4MT5
Challenge Type
1-Step Challenge, 2-Step Challenge
Intent guide
How to Get a Funded Trading Account — Complete Guide
Getting a funded trading account is the goal of every aspiring prop trader, but the path from choosing a firm to receiving your first payout requires careful planning and disciplined execution. This guide walks you through every step of the process, from selecting the right firm to passing your evaluation and managing a funded account successfully.
30
Firms matched
30
Tracked overall
2026-04-13
Last reviewed
FTMO
Top-rated firm
What this page helps you compare
- Challenge fees and account sizes
- Platform and market support
- Payout frequency and profit split
- Strategy-specific compatibility
Last reviewed:
•By:BrokerAnalysis Research Desk
•Fact-checked by:BrokerAnalysis Editorial Team
How to Get a Funded Trading Account — Complete Guide
How to Get a Funded Trading Account currently features 30 qualifying firms, led by FTMO. Compare pricing, platforms, payout policies, and rule fit before choosing a prop firm.
Comparison: How to Get a Funded Trading Account
30 prop trading firms match this page's current criteria, ranked by review score and trader-fit signals.
30 Firms matches
Instant FundingReviewed
United Kingdom • 2+ yrs
8.8
Lowest fee$75
Starts at$1,250
Max alloc$2,500,000
Payouts14 days after first trade, then weekly (Instant); on demand on evaluation models
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT5cTrader
Challenge Type
Instant Funding, 1-Phase, 2-Phase, 3-Phase
City Traders ImperiumReviewed
United Arab Emirates • 8+ yrs
8.6
Lowest fee$29
Starts at$2,500
Max alloc$4,000,000
PayoutsWeekly and on-demand via VIP tiers; bi-weekly on standard instant accounts
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT5Match-Trader
Challenge Type
1-Step Challenge, 2-Step Challenge, 3-Step Challenge, Instant Funding
Earn2TradeReviewed
United States • 6+ yrs
8.5
Lowest fee$150
Starts at$25,000
Max alloc$400,000
PayoutsMonthly
- Top Markets
- Futures
- Top Platforms
- NinjaTraderTradovate
Challenge Type
Trader Career Path, Gauntlet Mini
SabioTradeReviewed
Cyprus • 3+ yrs
8.5
Lowest fee$119
Starts at$20,000
Max alloc$200,000
PayoutsWeekly
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- SabioTrade Platform (Web-based)
Challenge Type
1-Step Challenge
Think CapitalReviewed
Australia • 2+ yrs
8.5
Lowest fee$59
Starts at$5,000
Max alloc$600,000
PayoutsBi-weekly by default; weekly payouts available with add-on
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- ThinkTraderTradingView
Challenge Type
Lightning (1-Step), Dual Step Intraday, Dual Step Swing, Nexus (3-Step)
FundedNextReviewed
United Arab Emirates • 2+ yrs
8.4
Lowest fee$32
Starts at$6,000
Max alloc$300,000
PayoutsBi-weekly
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT4MT5
Challenge Type
Express, Evaluation, Stellar 1-Step, Stellar 2-Step
The5%ersReviewed
Israel • 10+ yrs
8.4
Lowest fee$39
Starts atHigh Stakes
Max alloc$4,000,000
PayoutsWeekly
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT5cTrader
Challenge Type
Hyper Growth (1-Step), High Stakes (2-Step), Bootcamp (3-Step)
Top One TraderReviewed
United States • 3+ yrs
8.4
Lowest fee$35
Starts at$5,000
Max alloc$300,000
PayoutsFirst payout after 14 days, then every 14 days; weekly add-ons available on some models
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MatchTraderTradeLocker
Challenge Type
1-Step Challenge, 2-Step Challenge, Instant Funding, Instant Prime
Alpha Capital GroupReviewed
United Kingdom • 3+ yrs
8.3
Lowest fee$39
Starts at$5,000
Max alloc$400,000
PayoutsBi-weekly or on demand depending on plan
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT5cTrader
Challenge Type
Alpha Pro, Alpha Swing, Alpha One, Alpha Three
Blueberry FundedReviewed
Australia • 3+ yrs
8.3
Lowest fee$97
Starts at$10,000
Max alloc$200,000
PayoutsBi-weekly
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT4MT5
Challenge Type
1-Step, 2-Step
Funding PipsReviewed
United Arab Emirates • 2+ yrs
8.2
Lowest fee$36
Starts at$5,000
Max alloc$300,000
PayoutsTuesday / bi-weekly / monthly / on demand
- Top Markets
- ForexIndicesCommodities
- Top Platforms
- MT5cTrader
Challenge Type
Zero, 1-Step, 2-Step
Risk disclosure: prop trading involves the risk of losing evaluation fees, and payout access depends on complying with account rules.
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The key to getting funded is treating the evaluation as a professional trading exercise, not a gamble. The traders who pass challenges consistently are those who have a tested strategy, clear risk management rules, and the patience to wait for quality setups rather than forcing trades to hit profit targets.
Whether you choose a one-step or two-step evaluation, forex or futures, the fundamentals are the same: manage your risk, follow the rules, and trade your strategy. The firms and tips listed below will help you maximize your chances of getting funded on your first or second attempt.
Detailed reviews
These firms currently match the page criteria. Use the firm review for the exact rules, payout mechanics, and challenge details.
FTMO is one of the most established proprietary trading firms, founded in 2015 and reporting more than $500 million paid in rewards. Traders can choose between 1-Step and...
Profit split
80%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
€155
Payouts
On demand after 14 days
Instant Funding is a UK-based prop trading firm partnered with ThinkMarkets that lets traders start with instant-funded accounts or choose 1-Phase, 2-Phase, and 3-Phase e...
Profit split
80%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
$75
Payouts
14 days after first trade, then weekly (Instant); on demand on evaluation models
City Traders Imperium, usually shortened to CTI, is a Dubai-based prop firm that has been operating since 2018. Its official site currently markets 1-step, 2-step, 3-step...
Profit split
80%–100%
Max account
$100,000
Starting fee
From $29
Payouts
Weekly and on-demand via VIP tiers; bi-weekly on standard instant accounts
SabioTrade is a Cyprus-based prop trading firm offering a streamlined one-step evaluation with a clean web-based platform. They focus on rewarding disciplined, clean trad...
Profit split
80%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
$119
Payouts
Weekly
Earn2Trade is one of the longest-standing prop firms, operating since 2016 with a 4.7/5 Trustpilot rating from over 4,400 reviews. Their Trader Career Path program leads ...
Profit split
80%
Max account
$400,000
Starting fee
$150/mo
Payouts
Monthly
Think Capital is a ThinkMarkets-backed prop firm launched in 2024 that offers Lightning, Dual Step, and Nexus challenge paths across ThinkTrader, TradingView, and Platfor...
Profit split
80%–90%
Max account
$100,000
Starting fee
Lightning $59 / Dual Step Intraday $59 / Dual Step Swing $82 / Nexus $59
Payouts
Bi-weekly by default; weekly payouts available with add-on
FundedNext is a Dubai-based prop firm offering up to 95% profit splits — among the highest in the industry. With multiple challenge formats including Express, Evaluation,...
Profit split
80%–95%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
$32
Payouts
Bi-weekly
The5%ers is one of the longest-standing prop firms, operating since 2016 from Tel Aviv, Israel. Its current official site presents three core pathways: Hyper Growth (1-St...
Profit split
80%–100%
Max account
$4,000,000
Starting fee
From $39
Payouts
Weekly
Top One Trader is a U.S.-based prop firm offering 1-step, 2-step, and instant-style funding models across MatchTrader, TradeLocker, and MT5. Its official help centre curr...
Profit split
80%–90%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
$35 (official current checkout promo)
Payouts
First payout after 14 days, then every 14 days; weekly add-ons available on some models
Blueberry Funded is the prop trading arm of Blueberry Markets, an established Australian broker. They offer 1-step and 2-step challenges for both forex and futures trader...
Profit split
80%–85%
Max account
$200,000
Starting fee
$97
Payouts
Bi-weekly
Frequently asked questions
Step 1: Choose a prop firm based on your market (forex/futures), budget, and platform preference. Step 2: Purchase an evaluation. Step 3: Trade the challenge, hitting the profit target while staying within drawdown limits. Step 4: Pass the evaluation and receive your funded account. Step 5: Trade and withdraw profits.
One-step challenges can be passed in 1-14 days. Two-step challenges typically take 30-60+ days. After passing, most firms set up your funded account within 24-48 hours. The total time from purchase to funded trading is typically 2-8 weeks.
Industry estimates suggest 10-20% of traders pass prop firm challenges. However, traders who practice on demo accounts, study the rules thoroughly, and use proper risk management have significantly higher pass rates.
Tips: (1) Practice your strategy on a demo until consistently profitable. (2) Study the firm's rules thoroughly. (3) Risk 0.5-1% per trade maximum. (4) Focus on high-probability setups only. (5) Don't overtrade to rush the profit target. (6) Journal every trade.
Yes, but beginners should invest time in learning before purchasing evaluations. Start with free demo accounts, study price action and risk management, and practice until you can consistently hit evaluation targets. Then start with a small, affordable challenge.
If you breach a drawdown limit or fail to meet the profit target within the time limit (if applicable), your evaluation account is closed. You can purchase a new evaluation and try again. Some firms offer discounted resets.
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Sources & References
- Our methodology for ranking trading providers— BrokerAnalysis
- Editorial policy and research standards— BrokerAnalysis
- Data sources used across reviews and comparisons— BrokerAnalysis
- FTMO review and rule breakdown— BrokerAnalysis
- Instant Funding review and rule breakdown— BrokerAnalysis
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