Arizona Contractor License Exam Guide

The Arizona contractor exam has 205 total questions across 2 parts: NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor (125 questions, 300 minutes); Arizona Business Management & Law (80 questions, 180 minutes). You need 70% or higher on each part to pass.

The Arizona contractor exam is open-book. Open-book parts: NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor, Arizona Business Management & Law. For open-book sections, you may bring approved reference materials. Tabbing and highlighting your books is strongly recommended.

The Arizona contractor exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (AZ-ROC). You can schedule your exam through PSI after your application is approved by the AZ-ROC.

The exam fee for the Arizona contractor license is $275. Additional costs include application fees, background check, surety bond, and insurance requirements. Total licensing costs typically range from $500 to $2,000 depending on your classification.

Arizona offers the following contractor classifications: General Commercial Contractor (B-1), General Residential Contractor (B-2), General Dual Contractor (B), Specialty Contractor (various). The specific exam requirements and scope of work vary by classification. Contact the AZ-ROC for detailed requirements for each license type.