What is the maximum drawdown limit for Topstep?

The maximum overall drawdown for Topstep is strictly capped at $3,000 (Trailing), while the daily drawdown limit is set to $1,000 (End of Day).

Does Topstep allow Expert Advisors (EAs) or News Trading?

No, Expert Advisors are restricted. News trading is subject to blackout windows during high-impact news releases.

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Interactive Challenge Sizes & Pricing

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Account Size Selected

50K Account

Refundable Evaluation Fee

$49/mo

Evaluation Drawdown Tolerances

Daily Drawdown Limit

$1,000 (End of Day)

Max Drawdown Ceiling

$3,000 (Trailing)

Profit Target Requirement

$9,000

Minimum Trading Days

2 days

Trading Method Restrictions

🤖 EAs Allowed

❌ No

⚡ News Trading

❌ No

📅 Weekend Hold

❌ No

🔗 Copy Trading

❌ No

Specification Card

Company HeadquartersChicago, USA

Evaluation Steps1-step

Supported AssetsFutures (CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX)

Trading PlatformsNinjaTrader, Tradovate, Quantower

Operational Since2012

*Traders will receive 100% of their evaluation fees refunded on their first cleared withdrawal.

🛡️ Risk Disclosure

Proprietary trading accounts operate with simulated margin positions. Your capital risk is capped at the evaluation purchase fee. There are no retail credit risks or deposit liabilities involved.