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🇺🇸 United States · est. 2012 · up to $450K funding

Founded in 2012, Topstep is the longest-running futures prop firm and the industry benchmark for reliability. The Trading Combine is a monthly subscription with one rule — the Max Loss Limit — plus a 50% consistency target. Choose Standard ($149 express activation when funded) or the No Activation Fee track, and toggle Responsible Trading Advantage to add a daily loss limit in exchange for double payout caps. Funded traders keep 100% of their first $10,000, then 90%.

Country

🇺🇸 United States

Founded

2012

Max Allocation

$450K

Payout Frequency

Daily (up to 5/week)

Trading Platforms

TradingViewTradingViewNinjaTraderNinjaTraderTradovateTradovate

Payout Methods

WiseWisePlanePlane

Payment Methods

VisaVisaPayPalPayPal

Trading Rules

Weekend HoldingNot allowed
Overnight HoldingNot allowed
HedgingNot allowed
Copy TradingAllowed (own accounts)
EAs / AutomationSemi-automated only

Topstep FAQ

How much does a Topstep evaluation cost in 2026?

Topstep plans start at $49. The $50K Standard · RTA On account costs $49/mo.

What profit split does Topstep offer?

Traders keep up to 90% of profits at Topstep, with payouts daily (up to 5/week).

What drawdown type does Topstep use?

Topstep uses EOD Trailing drawdown. The $50K account allows $2,000 of drawdown.

Does Topstep have a daily loss limit?

Some Topstep accounts have no daily loss limit — check the plan details, as limits vary by account type.

Does Topstep allow news trading?

Yes, news trading is allowed on all Topstep account types.

How do Topstep payouts work?

Topstep pays out daily (up to 5/week) via 2 methods, up to a maximum allocation of $450K.

Can I hold trades overnight or over the weekend at Topstep?

Overnight holding: Not allowed. Weekend holding: Not allowed.

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