North Carolina Contractor License Exam Guide

The North Carolina contractor exam has 165 total questions across 2 parts: NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor (125 questions, 300 minutes); North Carolina Supplemental (40 questions, 120 minutes). You need 70% or higher on each part to pass.

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

The North Carolina contractor exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC). You can schedule your exam through PSI after your application is approved by the NCLBGC.

The exam fee for the North Carolina contractor license is $200. 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.

North Carolina offers the following contractor classifications: Building Contractor (Limited), Building Contractor (Intermediate), Building Contractor (Unlimited). The specific exam requirements and scope of work vary by classification. Contact the NCLBGC for detailed requirements for each license type.