What score do you need to pass the NHIE?

A scaled score of 500 out of 200 to 800. Because scaling is applied, the raw number of correct answers needed is not fixed and is not published.

How long is the NHIE?

Four hours for 200 multiple-choice questions, 25 of which are unscored pretest items.

What does the NHIE cover?

Roughly 63% building inspection and site review across the systems of a house, 25% analysis and reporting, and 12% professional responsibilities.

Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) Prep

The national examination used by most states to license home inspectors. It tests inspection of building systems plus analysis, reporting and professional responsibilities.

National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) at a glance

Questions	200
Time limit	240 minutes
Passing score	Scaled score of 500 (scale 200–800)
Administered by	Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors (EBPHI), delivered by PSI
Result	Reported as a scaled score from 200 to 800, with 500 required to pass — not as a raw percentage.
Credential term	Licensing and renewal are handled by your state; the NHIE result itself is the qualifying examination.
Eligibility	Set by your state board. Some states require completed training hours or supervised inspections before you may sit.

The examination fee is $225 per attempt in most states (EBPHI). Confirm the current amount when you schedule. Source: EBPHI — NHIE Examination Information

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NHIE exam FAQ

What score do you need to pass the NHIE?: A scaled score of 500 out of 200 to 800. Because scaling is applied, the raw number of correct answers needed is not fixed and is not published.
How long is the NHIE?: Four hours for 200 multiple-choice questions, 25 of which are unscored pretest items.
What does the NHIE cover?: Roughly 63% building inspection and site review across the systems of a house, 25% analysis and reporting, and 12% professional responsibilities.

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