The FAA Parachute Rigger knowledge test (test code RIG) has one number to hit. Here it is, with the retest rule, from the FAA's testing matrix and Part 65.
70% passes. On the 50-question RIG test, that's 35 right.
The RIG test is 50 questions in 2 hours. You bring an original FAA Form 8610-2 signed by your FAA office to take it. To hold the certificate you must be at least 18 (14 CFR 65.113).
Checked October 24, 2026 against the official sources listed at the bottom of this page.
Take the free Parachute Rigger practice test50 questions at the real pass mark, no sign-upWait 30 days, or skip the wait with a signed statement from someone who holds the certificate and rating you're after, saying they gave you more instruction in each subject you failed and consider you ready (14 CFR 65.19). Either way, bring the failed AKTR to the test center.
The Parachute Rigger Military Competence test (RMC) is a separate 25-question test in 1 hour, also 70%.
70%. The RIG test is 50 questions in 2 hours, so 35 correct passes.
30 days, unless you bring a signed statement from someone holding the certificate and rating you want, saying they gave you more instruction in each failed subject (14 CFR 65.19).