- Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in the electrical trade or completion of an appropriate training program conducted by a bona fide union or trade association. One of the following on a form prescribed by the...
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Electrical Licensing Boards - Montana

Montana Statewide NEC Adoption
2020 NEC adopted - effective June 10, 2022
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License Requirements
Reciprocity
Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho (state-to-state only), Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon (state-to-state only), North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming
Exam Testing Company
- Only applicants who have been approved by the Montana State Electrical Board will be allowed to register for an exam PSI is the exam vendor for the State Electrical Board (800) 733-9267
Testing NEC Edition
- 2020 as of June 10, 2022
Exam Details
60 questions
Renewal
- Biennial, on even years; renewing between May 15 and July 15
License Requirements
- 2000 hours of legally obtained practical
- 8000 hours of legally obtained journeyman level experience in wiring for, installing, and repairing of electrical apparatus and equipment for light, heat, and power.
Reciprocity
None
Exam Testing Company
- Only applicants who have been approved by the Montana State Electrical Board will be allowed to register for an exam PSI is the exam vendor for the State Electrical Board (800) 733-9267
Testing NEC Edition
- 2020 as of June 10, 2022
Exam Details
80 questions
Renewal
- Biennial, on even years; renewing between May 15 and July 15
License Requirements
- Unlimited Electrical Contractor Proof of compliance with Montana Workers Compensation and also Unemployment Insurance or an Independent Contractor Exemption. Montana Licensed Master as the responsible electrician, which means the person engaged in a full-time capacity that is...
Reciprocity
None
Exam Testing Company
- Only applicants who have been approved by the Montana State Electrical Board will be allowed to register for an exam PSI is the exam vendor for the State Electrical Board (800) 733-9267
Montana Electrical Continuing Education Required: Montana license holders must complete 16 continuing education hours; A minimum 8 hours must be certified as covering NEC updates.
PLEASE NOTE: Newly licensed graduates of approved apprenticeship programs are exempt from continuing education requirements in the first renewal cycle. Licensees changing from journeyman or residential to a higher level of licensure are not exempt from completing the required hours.
Montana Electrical License Renewal: You must renew your Montana license every two years on even-numbered years between May 15 and July 15.
Please note that the content provided on these pages is for your information and convenience and may have been modified by the state since it was last updated here. It is the ultimate responsibility of each licensee to verify that they are meeting the requirements of their state for licensing and renewal, and for the edition of the NEC on which their test is based.
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