Steps to Obtain Your North Carolina Electrical License

Step 1

Submit Your Application

Apply with the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (NCBEEC). Start here: NCBEEC – Official Website.

Step 2

Get Exam Approval

NCBEEC reviews your application and qualifies your exam(s) based on license type (Electrical Contractor or Fire Alarm/Low Voltage). Once approved, you’ll receive instructions to test with PSI.

Step 3

Schedule with PSI

After approval, schedule your Trade and (if required) Business/Law exams at PSI: PSI – Test Takers. Select the North Carolina Electrical program to view current exams and bulletins.

Step 4

Pass Exams & Get Licensed

Pass the required PSI exams, then submit any remaining documents, fees, and insurance to NCBEEC to activate your license.

North Carolina Electrical Contractors State Requirements & Application

• Licensing is administered by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (NCBEEC).
• Applicants must meet experience/financial requirements set by NCBEEC, and pass the required PSI exam(s) for their classification.
• Exams are computer-based through PSI; reference usage (open-book items) and allowed materials are listed in the PSI bulletin.

North Carolina Electrical Contractors Test Information

Test Information: North Carolina uses PSI to deliver all contractor exams. After NCBEEC approval, use the PSI portal to see current exam outlines, references, fees, and scheduling options for your license type.

License-Specific Exams

Subject Area Breakdown (NASCLA Commercial Electrical)

North Carolina Electrical Reciprocity

NCBEEC may have reciprocity or comity pathways for certain classifications. Always verify current policies on the NCBEEC website before applying. NASCLA electrical exam results may be accepted by participating jurisdictions; confirm acceptance and any additional state-specific requirements with NCBEEC.

North Carolina Electrical Permitted Work

North Carolina Electrical Contractors may plan, install, maintain, and repair electrical systems for light, heat, power, and control in accordance with the North Carolina Electrical Code and local ordinances. Scope varies by classification and qualifying limits established by NCBEEC.

North Carolina Fire Alarm / Low Voltage Contractors may install, service, and maintain limited-energy systems (including fire alarm and communications) within the voltage and system limitations defined by NCBEEC and the adopted codes.

NASCLA Commercial Electrical (Master/Unlimited) is a multi-state trade exam covering commercial electrical practice; acceptance in North Carolina is subject to NCBEEC policy and any state-specific requirements.

NASCLA Residential Electrical covers residential-scope electrical practice; acceptance in North Carolina depends on NCBEEC policy and any additional requirements.