Georgia Contractor License Exam Guide

The Georgia contractor exam has 170 total questions across 2 parts: NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor (125 questions, 300 minutes); Georgia Supplemental (45 questions, 120 minutes). You need 70% or higher on each part to pass.

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

The Georgia contractor exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Division of Professional Licensing — Residential and General Contractors (GDRGL). You can schedule your exam through PSI after your application is approved by the GDRGL.

The exam fee for the Georgia contractor license is $250. 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.

Georgia offers the following contractor classifications: Residential Basic Contractor, Residential Light Commercial Contractor, General Contractor. The specific exam requirements and scope of work vary by classification. Contact the GDRGL for detailed requirements for each license type.