Nevada Contractor License Exam Guide

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

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

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

The exam fee for the Nevada 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.

Nevada offers the following contractor classifications: General Building Contractor (B-2), General Engineering Contractor (A), Specialty Contractor (C-classifications). The specific exam requirements and scope of work vary by classification. Contact the NSCB for detailed requirements for each license type.