How to Pass Apex Trader Funding
Key strategies and tips to successfully pass your Apex evaluation and get your first payout.
Aim for small, consistent gains rather than one big day. Remember the 30% consistency rule applies to your payouts.
Know your MAE limits before every trade. Never risk more than the allowed unrealized loss across all open positions.
Keep your account above the minimum balance threshold. Losing your account means starting over.
You need at least 8 trading days between payout requests. Plan your trading schedule accordingly.
The consistency rule, MAE rule, safety net, and payout limits all work together. Know them inside out before trading.
Use a trading journal to track your biggest days and ensure you stay within the 30% rule before requesting payouts.
30%
Max single day profit ratio
8 Days
Minimum between payouts
$500
Minimum payout amount
After You Pass: Know the Funded Account Rules
Passing the evaluation is just the beginning. Once you are funded, a new set of rules governs your Performance Account including the 30% consistency rule, MAE limits, safety net requirements, and hedging restrictions. Read the complete Apex Trader Funding rules guide so you know exactly what to expect from day one.
When you are ready for your first withdrawal, use the payout calculator to see how much you can take out. And for a deeper explanation of how the consistency and MAE rules work together, read our consistency rule explained guide.
Complete Apex Rules Guide
All account sizes, drawdown limits, payout rules, and requirements in one reference.
30% Consistency Rule Calculator
Check if your biggest winning day meets the 30% rule and calculate minimum profit needed.
Payout Request Calculator
Calculate exactly how much you can withdraw based on your payout number and account size.
30% Consistency Rule Calculator
Check if your biggest day respects the 30% rule
Payout Request Calculator
Calculate how much you can withdraw
Consistency Rule Explained
Understand how the 30% rule works in detail
Complete Rules Guide
All Apex Trader Funding rules in one place
Avoid Payout Denial
Common mistakes that get payouts denied
Consistency Rule Strategy
Strategies to stay within the 30% rule
Trailing Drawdown Explained
How the trailing drawdown and MAE work