Louisiana Contractor License Exam Guide

The Louisiana contractor exam has 175 total questions across 2 parts: NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor (125 questions, 300 minutes); Louisiana Supplemental (50 questions, 120 minutes). You need 70% or higher on each part to pass.

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

The Louisiana contractor exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). You can schedule your exam through PSI after your application is approved by the LSLBC.

The exam fee for the Louisiana 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.

Louisiana offers the following contractor classifications: Residential Contractor, Building Construction Contractor, Heavy Construction Contractor, Highway / Bridge / Street Contractor, Municipal / Public Works Contractor. The specific exam requirements and scope of work vary by classification. Contact the LSLBC for detailed requirements for each license type.