How Does the Evaluation Work?
At EdgeProp, the Evaluation is a one-step challenge designed to assess your ability to manage risk, demonstrate consistency, and grow an account under real-time futures market conditions. We value trader autonomy, which is why our evaluation is rule-based, transparent, and free of unnecessary stages or hidden conditions.
Objectives for Evaluation Completion
- Reach the profit target assigned to your account size
- Avoid exceeding the trailing drawdown
- Trade on at least 7 different calendar days
- Respect all risk and trading rules, including contract limits
- Avoid any activity that violates program integrity
Account Sizes and Evaluation Parameters
| Account Size | Profit Target | Trailing Drawdown | Max Contracts | Evaluation Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $3,000 | $2,500 | 10 (or 100 micros) | $150 |
| $75,000 | $4,500 | $3,000 | 11 (or 120 micros) | $180 |
| $100,000 | $6,000 | $3,500 | 15 (or 150 micros) | $250 |
| $150,000 | $9,000 | $4,500 | 20 (or 200 micros) | $350 |
| $200,000 | $12,000 | $6,000 | 20 (or 200 micros) | $450 |
➡️ For full pricing and structure, see Account Sizes and Pricing.
Trailing Drawdown Explained
The trailing drawdown is a moving risk limit that adjusts upward as your account grows. If your balance ever falls to or below this level, the account is considered failed.
- Starts at $47,500 on a $50K account
- If balance rises to $51,000 → drawdown moves to $48,500
- If later balance drops to $48,499 → account fails
➡️ Learn more: Trailing Drawdown Rules
Minimum Trading Days
- At least 7 unique calendar days
- Days do not need to be consecutive
- No required number of trades per day
- Only trades with actual market exposure count
Platforms and Connectivity
You may trade using any platform integrated with Rithmic, including:
- Bookmap, ATAS, Quantower
- NinjaTrader, Jigsaw, Sierra Chart
- MotiveWave, Finamark, and others
➡️ For setup help, see Platform Setup Guide.
Risk and Compliance Rules
- Do not exceed trailing drawdown
- Do not exceed max position size
- Avoid any form of manipulation or prohibited activity
- All trades must comply with policies
- Copy trading is allowed if not abusive
➡️ Full details: Trading Rules & Integrity Policy
Disqualification Scenarios
- Exceeding Max Position Size — even for a moment
- Holding Overnight — all trades must be closed daily
- Trading Restricted News — e.g. FOMC, NFP, CPI
- Inactivity — empty or manipulative sessions
EdgeProp reserves the right to review and disqualify accounts that operate outside the intended structure of the Evaluation, even without a direct rule breach.
➡️ Review full Violation Policy & Sanctions
After You Pass the Evaluation
- Funding offer within 1–2 business days
- KYC verification required
- Pay funded account activation fee ($80/month)
- Receive funded credentials
- Begin trading and qualify for payouts
➡️ Read more: Funded Account Overview ➡️ See also: Profit Sharing & Payout Rules
Summary
EdgeProp’s Evaluation is built for traders who are ready to perform under clear, objective conditions. With a one-phase structure, no daily loss limit, and no reset traps, our system puts performance and discipline first.