JustMarkets runs the Great Anniversary Contest, a trading competition with a prize pool of more than $100,000. Gold and cash rewards go to 85 winners, and the top prize is 20 grams of gold or $3,000 USD. This guide explains how the JustMarkets Great Anniversary Forex Contest works, how to enter, how the prizes are split, and what you need to do to claim a reward.
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Before you start, check the contest page on the JustMarkets website for the latest terms. The rules below are based on the details published for this event, which ran from June 1 to July 31. If you are planning for a future edition, confirm the dates and conditions on the official site first.
What the JustMarkets Great Anniversary Contest Is
JustMarkets created this contest for both new and current clients. Anyone who meets the rules can take part, regardless of when they opened their account.
The contest is part of the broker’s way of rewarding active traders. Instead of paying out for a single trade, it measures your trading activity over several weeks and rewards you through leaderboard ranking and prize draws. That means consistent volume matters more than one big result.
Contest Overview and Prize Pool
The JustMarkets prize pool pays out to 85 winners. Some prizes come as physical gold, while others are paid in cash. For the top prize tiers, winners can choose either gold or the cash value.
Here is the full prize setup:
| Group | Number of winners | Prize per winner |
|---|---|---|
| Top 3 | 3 | 20 grams of gold or $3,000 USD |
| Next 5 | 5 | 10 grams of gold or $1,500 USD |
| Following 7 | 7 | 5 grams of gold or $700 USD |
| Next 10 | 10 | $1,000 USD |
| Next 10 | 10 | $500 USD |
| Next 10 | 10 | $300 USD |
| Final 40 | 40 | $200 USD |
The first 15 places are decided by leaderboard rank. The next 30 winners come from the Final Lucky Draw tiers, and the last 40 are the Weekly Lucky Draw winners, with five picked each week across eight weeks.
This setup gives traders several ways to win, even if they do not reach the very top of the leaderboard. Most of the 85 winners sit in the lower tiers, so a solid, consistent performance can still pay off.
Contest Dates and Who Can Enter
Contest period
The contest runs from June 1 through July 31. That gives participants two full months to trade and build volume, with weekly draws running throughout that time.
Eligibility
To enter, you must be legally allowed to enter binding agreements under the laws that apply to you. Minors cannot join. In this contest, a minor means anyone under 18, or under the legal age in their country of residence.
Both new and existing JustMarkets clients can join. If you already have an active account, you can register it. If you are new, you can open one or more trading accounts and join once you meet the rules.
Minimum deposit
A minimum deposit of $100 USD is required for each account, and only accounts that meet this level can be registered. Internal transfers between your own accounts do not count, so you need a new deposit from an external source.
Eligible account types
Only three live account types can join the contest: Standard, Pro, and Raw Spread. Demo accounts are not allowed. All contest trading must happen on real accounts with real market exposure, which keeps the competition tied to actual trading activity.
Your account type does not change your eligibility as long as it is one of the approved live accounts. Choose the account that fits your trading style best. If you are unsure how spreads affect your costs, the Investopedia website is a useful general reference for trading terms.
How to Join the JustMarkets Great Anniversary Forex Contest
Joining the contest is simple once your account meets the basic rules. Registration happens inside your JustMarkets Personal Area, and there is no separate application form.
Registration steps
- Log in to your Personal Area and open the Benefits section.
- Select the trading account you want to use.
- Enter your nickname. It appears on the leaderboard and in contest rankings.
Only one of your trading accounts can take part. You cannot register several accounts to improve your odds, so pick the account you plan to trade most during the contest period.
Trading volume rules
The contest measures trading activity in universal lots. One universal lot equals $100,000 in trading volume, and it counts both opened and closed positions. The exact volume created by one lot can vary by instrument.
For example, opening and closing 1 lot of XAUUSD, or 100 contracts, creates about $265,000 in volume. Different markets have different contract sizes, so the total can change. If you want to plan your lot sizes carefully, our guide to forex risk management and position sizing covers the basics.
You need to meet two volume targets to enter the draw prize pools:
- Weekly Lucky Draw: trade at least 3 universal lots in a single week, Monday through Sunday. This resets each week, so steady activity matters.
- Final Lucky Draw: trade at least 10 universal lots during the full contest period. This total builds across the whole contest and does not reset.
Choosing your contest account
Any Standard, Pro, or Raw Spread account can be your contest account. Each one has different trading conditions, so pick the one that fits your setup. Standard accounts are simple and easy to use. Pro accounts offer tighter spreads, and Raw Spread accounts give direct market pricing with minimal markup.
Once you pick an account, you use it for the whole contest. You cannot switch accounts halfway through, and you cannot use more than one account at the same time.
Prize Structure
The contest has three prize paths. Each one rewards a different type of participant, so it helps to understand them before the contest starts.
Guaranteed TOP-15 prizes
The top prizes are based on leaderboard rank. JustMarkets updates the leaderboard daily on its website, using each participant’s nickname and total lot count. The top 15 traders receive guaranteed prizes, with no random draw involved:
- Ranks 1 to 3: 20 grams of gold or $3,000 USD each
- Ranks 4 to 8: 10 grams of gold or $1,500 USD each
- Ranks 9 to 15: 5 grams of gold or $700 USD each
Your rank depends on total trading volume during the contest. The more universal lots you trade, the higher your place can be. You can compare your standing with other contests on the Forex contests category page.
Final Lucky Draw prizes
The Final Lucky Draw is based on total contest volume, followed by random selection within each tier. Participants fall into three groups:
- 100 lots or more: 10 winners receive $1,000 USD each
- 50 to 99 lots: 10 winners receive $500 USD each
- 10 to 49 lots: 10 winners receive $300 USD each
JustMarkets uses a random draw tool called the Wheel of Fortune to pick winners within each tier. Your volume decides which tier you enter, but the draw itself is random.
Weekly Lucky Draw prizes
The Weekly Lucky Draw runs across the full eight weeks of the contest, and all eligible traders are entered automatically. Five winners are picked each week, and each one receives $200 USD.
The draw takes place on Tuesday for the previous week, which runs from Monday through Sunday. Every eligible trader has the same chance of winning. Trading more than the minimum does not improve your odds, and each client gets one chance per draw.
How Winners Are Chosen
Each prize group uses a different selection method. That makes the contest fair for both high-volume traders and random-draw participants.
Leaderboard ranking for TOP-15
The TOP-15 prizes go to traders with the highest total lots during the contest period. Because the leaderboard updates daily, you can track your place as you trade. When the contest ends, the final rankings decide who receives the guaranteed prizes. Total volume is what matters most here.
Random draws
After July 31, JustMarkets sorts participants into Final Lucky Draw tiers based on total contest volume, then uses the Wheel of Fortune to pick winners in each group. Everyone in the same tier has the same odds, so trading extra lots inside a tier does not improve your chance over others in that tier.
Weekly draws follow the same logic. Each Tuesday, JustMarkets selects winners from the eligible traders of the prior week. All qualified participants have the same odds, as long as they met the 3-lot weekly minimum. A trader can win more than one weekly draw over the contest, but not twice in the same draw.
Rules for Claiming a Prize
Winning is only part of the process. You still need to meet JustMarkets’ verification and contact rules, or your prize can be cancelled.
Verification
Your Personal Area must be fully verified before you can receive any prize. This applies to every prize type, including leaderboard and lucky draw prizes. Verification checks your identity, address and payment details through documents uploaded to your Personal Area.
Winners have 7 business days after the announcement to complete verification. If it is not finished in time, JustMarkets can cancel the prize.
Contact and announcement timing
JustMarkets contacts winners by email and phone using the details saved in your Personal Area. TOP-15 winners are announced after the contest ends, no later than the following week, and results appear on the website and social media pages.
Weekly and final draw winners are posted within 10 business days after selection. Winners then have 10 calendar days to respond by email or phone. If JustMarkets cannot reach you in that time, the prize can be cancelled.
When prizes are paid
Weekly Lucky Draw and Final Lucky Draw prizes are credited to the winning trading account within 10 business days. TOP-15 prizes take longer. Gold or cash-equivalent prizes are sent or credited within 45 days after you confirm and complete verification, which allows time for gold delivery or larger cash payouts.
Once a money prize is credited to your account, you can trade it or withdraw it.
Key Points to Remember
- The contest pays 85 winners, with top prizes of 20 grams of gold or $3,000 USD.
- There are three prize paths: TOP-15 leaderboard prizes, Weekly Lucky Draws, and the Final Lucky Draw.
- Entry requires a $100 USD external deposit on a Standard, Pro, or Raw Spread account.
- You need 3 universal lots in a week for the weekly draw and 10 universal lots in total for the final draw.
- Winners must complete verification within 7 business days and respond to prize notices within 10 calendar days.
The JustMarkets Great Anniversary Contest rewards consistent activity across several prize paths, so you do not have to finish first to win. Register one eligible account, meet the deposit and volume rules, and keep your verification current. If you want more ideas for testing your approach, browse our forex demo contest articles.
FAQ
Is JustMarkets a legitimate and trustworthy broker?
JustMarkets says it has operated since 2012 and serves traders in more than 190 countries. The broker also states that it offers segregated client funds and negative balance protection. Always review the current terms before you trade.
What is the minimum deposit for the Great Anniversary Contest?
You need at least $100 USD in your trading account. The deposit must come from an external source, since internal transfers do not count.
How many universal lots do I need for the prize draws?
You need at least 3 universal lots in a single week to enter the Weekly Lucky Draw. You need 10 universal lots during the full contest period to enter the Final Lucky Draw.
How long does it take to receive a prize after winning?
Weekly Lucky Draw and Final Lucky Draw prizes are credited within 10 business days. TOP-15 prizes are delivered within 45 days after you confirm and finish verification.
Can I use more than one trading account in the contest?
No. Only one trading account can take part. You must choose one eligible Standard, Pro, or Raw Spread account for the full contest period.
