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Topstep

The best-known futures prop firm in the United States. Its evaluation is the Trading Combine.

Rules reviewed on September 27, 2026. Source: Topstep’s official website.

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    Topstep programs

    Trading Combine

    Topstep
    AccountTargetDailyMaximum
    50K$3,000$1,000$2,000
    100K$6,000$2,000$3,000
    150K$9,000$3,000$4,500

    Maximum loss: trailing, end of day.

    Minimum days: From 2 days

    Checked on September 27, 2026 on Topstep’s official website.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the maximum daily loss at Topstep?

    Trading Combine: $1,000 on the 50K account. The daily loss limit is optional when buying the account and pauses trading until 5 PM CT; it doesn’t fail the account.

    Is Topstep’s maximum loss static or trailing?

    Trading Combine: $2,000 on the 50K account, trailing at the end of the day, locking at the initial balance.

    What profit target does Topstep require?

    Trading Combine: $3,000 on the 50K account, minimum From 2 days.

    Are these Topstep rules up to date?

    They were checked on Topstep’s official website on September 27, 2026. Prop firms change their rules often: confirm them on their website or in your dashboard before trading.

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