110 questions (80 national + 30 MD) · 2 hours · 56 of 80 and 21 of 30 · $44 exam fee · MREC
Format, passing rule, fees, what the MD portion covers, and 2,500+ free practice questions — verified against the PSI candidate materials.
Maryland's Real Estate Commission requires pre-license education and a state exam, with a market driven by proximity to Washington, D.C. The state's diverse housing stock — from Baltimore row homes to suburban developments — offers varied career opportunities.
| Salesperson Exam | Exam Fee | Licensing Authority | Renewal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Q / 120 min / 70% pass | $44 | MREC | Per MREC |
Source: Maryland Real Estate Commission · Salary data: BLS OEWS · Our methodology
From the PSI content outline · candidate handbook · verified 2026-09-18
| Area | Questions | |
|---|---|---|
| Brokerage relationships | 7 | |
| Business conduct | 6 | |
| Supervision | 5 | |
| Duties and powers of the Real Estate Commission | 4 | |
| Licensing requirements | 4 | |
| Ethics | 4 | |
| Total scored Maryland questions | 30 |
70% on each portion, given as counts: 56 of 80 on the national portion (90 minutes) and 21 of 30 on the Maryland portion (30 minutes). Both are taken in one 120-minute appointment.
90 minutes for the national portion plus 30 minutes for the Maryland portion — 120 minutes total
Call PSI or reregister online the day after your attempt — not the same day. Retesting within two or three days is common. Remember the one-year window from course completion still applies, so a long gap between attempts can cost you both portions.
Pre-license education: 60 hours. Both portions must be passed within one year of completing the 60-hour prelicensing program, and the license application must follow within one year of passing.
The state-specific points that show up as questions. Each cites where it comes from.
The Maryland portion is 30 questions in 30 minutes
One minute per question, the tightest state portion in the country. The national portion gives you 90 minutes for 80 questions. Do not carry a slow pace out of the national half into the state half.
Source: PSI bulletin, Examination Summary Table
The bar is a count: 56 and 21
You need 56 of 80 national and 21 of 30 Maryland questions. On the state portion that means nine misses and no more — with only 30 questions, every single one is worth 3.3% of that portion.
Source: PSI bulletin, The Passing Score
Two one-year clocks, not one
Both portions must be passed within one year of finishing your 60-hour course, and then you must apply for the license within one year of passing or your score expires. Missing either one sends you back to the exam.
Source: PSI bulletin, Examination Eligibility and The Passing Score
The Guaranty Fund is named in the outline
Maryland calls it the Guaranty Fund, not a recovery fund, and it sits under Duties and Powers of the Commission — one of only four questions in that area. Know who it protects and how a claim is made.
Source: PSI bulletin, Maryland State Portion Content Outline
You may bring a calculator — a specific kind
Non-programmable, silent, battery-operated, no paper tape, no alphabet keyboard. Maryland allows it where several states do not. Bring one that qualifies rather than assuming the on-screen one is enough.
Source: PSI bulletin, Security Procedures
The 15-minute tutorial is free time
An introductory tutorial runs before the exam and up to 15 minutes of it does not count against your 120 minutes. Use it to learn how to flag and revisit questions before the clock starts.
Source: PSI bulletin, Tutorial
One to ten unscored experimental items
A small number of experimental questions are mixed in unmarked and do not count toward your score. If a question looks unlike anything in your course, answer it and move on.
Source: PSI bulletin, Experimental Questions
No same-day rebooking
Scores need processing, so you cannot book a retake the day you test. The bulletin’s example: fail on a Wednesday, call Thursday, retest as early as Friday if a seat is free.
Source: PSI bulletin, Registering to Retake an Examination
Practice the Maryland portion
State-specific questions with the rule behind each answer.
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Exam facts on this page were checked against these sources on 2026-09-18. Exam fees and formats change; the candidate handbook is authoritative.
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Maryland updated the residential property disclosure form to include flood risk and environmental hazard questions.
Maryland now requires 3 hours of ethics training as part of the continuing education renewal cycle.
Note: This information is for reference only. Always verify current requirements with the MREC.
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The Maryland real estate exam has a first-time pass rate of approximately 53%. The salesperson exam consists of 110 scored questions with a pass point of 70. With EstatePass practice tests, our students achieve a 94% pass rate.
The Maryland salesperson exam has 110 scored questions with 120 minutes to complete (about 1.1 minutes per question). The broker exam has its own format; see the MREC candidate handbook. The pass point is 70.
Maryland real estate license costs include: exam fee ($44), pre-license courses ($200-$500), license application fee ($100-$300), and background check ($50-$100). Total budget: approximately $400-$1,000.
Maryland licenses renew on a fixed cycle with a continuing-education requirement, both set by Maryland Real Estate Commission. Check MREC for the current renewal period and CE hours.
The Maryland salesperson exam is 120 minutes (2 hours) for 110 questions. The broker exam has its own time limit; see the MREC candidate handbook. Plan to arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.
Most Maryland candidates complete the licensing process in 2-4 months. This includes completing required pre-license education, passing the state exam administered under MREC, and submitting your license application.
Maryland real estate exams are typically administered at approved testing centers by PSI or Pearson VUE. Some states allow remote proctored exams. Check with MREC for current online testing options and requirements.
The Maryland real estate exam covers both national and state-specific topics. National topics include property ownership, contracts, financing, agency law, valuation, transfer of title, and real estate math. The MD-specific section covers Maryland license law, regulations from MREC, and state-specific disclosure requirements.
The most effective study strategy for the Maryland exam includes: (1) completing your pre-license education with active note-taking, (2) practicing with Maryland-specific practice exams, (3) focusing on your weak topics identified through practice tests, (4) taking timed mock exams to build test stamina, and (5) reviewing MD-specific laws and regulations from MREC.
You must pay the $44 exam fee for each attempt and typically wait at least 24-48 hours before rescheduling. Attempt limits and whether a failed portion can be retaken on its own are set by MREC. Your pre-license education completion is usually valid for 1-2 years, so you should pass within that window.
The pass point for the Maryland salesperson exam is 70. Where the exam has separate national and state portions, each portion is passed on its own; where the state reports a scaled score, 70 is the scaled pass point rather than a percentage of questions. The state average first-time pass rate is 53%, so thorough preparation is essential.
Yes, the Maryland real estate exam is entirely multiple choice with four answer options per question. The salesperson exam has 110 questions; the broker exam length is published by MREC. There are no essay, fill-in-the-blank, or practical components.
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