Idaho Electrician License: Requirements & Exam (2026)

Idaho licenses all electricians through the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL, dopl.idaho.gov), a statewide system applicable throughout the state from Boise and Nampa to Coeur d'Alene and Idaho Falls. DOPL issues journeyman, master, and contractor electrical licenses and requires all electrical work to be performed by licensed individuals or registered apprentices under licensed supervision. Idaho uses the NASCLA examination administered through PSI. See our Idaho state exam prep page for practice questions aligned to the Idaho exam.

This guide covers every requirement, fee, and step for 2026.

Disclaimer: Requirements and fees change. Always verify current details directly with the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses before applying.

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Overview: Idaho Electrical Licensing

Idaho's electrical licensing program is administered by DOPL. The state adopted NEC 2023 as its current electrical code. Idaho's largest employment centers for licensed electricians include the Boise/Nampa/Caldwell Treasure Valley, Coeur d'Alene/Post Falls in North Idaho, and Idaho Falls/Pocatello in Eastern Idaho.

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Types of Idaho Electrician Licenses

DOPL issues the following electrical license types:

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Journeyman Electrician License Requirements

To qualify for an Idaho Journeyman Electrician license:

Work Experience: 8,000 hours of on-the-job electrical training plus 4 years of approved schooling, or 16,000 hours of documented experience. Experience must be documented and verified by employers.

Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Application: Submit a completed application with experience documentation and applicable fees to DOPL at dopl.idaho.gov.

Examination: Pass the NASCLA Journeyman Electrician examination administered through PSI. Confirm the current passing score in the NASCLA/PSI Idaho bulletin.

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The NASCLA Exam: Format & Preparation

Idaho's journeyman exam is the NASCLA examination administered through PSI at testing centers across the state, including locations in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, and Idaho Falls.

Exam Details:

• Administrator: NASCLA examination through PSI
• Format: Multiple-choice, open book
• Code Reference: NEC 2023 (bring a tabbed, highlighted copy)
• Passing Score: Per the current NASCLA/PSI Idaho bulletin
• Scheduling: Schedule through PSI at psiexams.com after DOPL application approval

Preparation Tips:

• Study NEC Articles 100, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 300, 310, 410, and 430
• Practice load calculation problems (Articles 220 and 430)
• Learn Tables 310.16, 250.122, and 220.12
• Tab and highlight your codebook thoroughly before exam day
• Practice under timed conditions, the open-book format rewards preparation and speed

Our NEC 2023 practice questions are calibrated to the Idaho journeyman exam content.

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Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Complete your eligibility path: 8,000 hours of documented OJT plus 4 years of approved schooling, or 16,000 hours of experience
2. Create an account at dopl.idaho.gov
3. Submit your application with experience documentation and fees
4. Receive your Authorization to Test after DOPL approval
5. Schedule your exam at psiexams.com
6. Pass the NASCLA exam at the score in the current bulletin
7. Receive your Idaho DOPL license and keep it current

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Fees

Verify all fees at dopl.idaho.gov before submitting:

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License Renewal & Continuing Education

Idaho electrician licenses renew on the schedule set by DOPL. Renewal requires:

• Payment of the renewal fee through dopl.idaho.gov
• Compliance with any continuing education requirements

Verify current CE requirements with DOPL before your renewal date.

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Master Electrician License

The Master Electrician license in Idaho authorizes you to supervise electrical work, pull permits, and serve as the responsible party for a contracting business. Requirements include:

• 4 years of experience as an active Idaho Journeyman Electrician
• Pass the NASCLA Master Electrician examination administered through PSI

Verify exact requirements at dopl.idaho.gov.

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Reciprocity & Endorsement

Idaho may recognize comparable licenses from other states, and the NASCLA examination is accepted in multiple states, which can simplify multi-state licensing. Contact DOPL to determine eligibility and required documentation for reciprocal licensing.

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Idaho Electrical Market Outlook

Idaho's construction market has been one of the fastest-growing in the western U.S. for several years:

• Treasure Valley (Boise/Nampa/Caldwell), massive residential and commercial growth driven by migration from California and other western states; one of the fastest-growing metros in the nation
• Coeur d'Alene / Post Falls: North Idaho growth corridor with residential and light commercial activity
• Idaho Falls / Pocatello, eastern Idaho industrial and energy sector construction
• Semiconductor and tech, micron Technology's Boise campus and tech industry growth create ongoing electrical project demand
• Agriculture, large-scale irrigation, processing, and cold storage facility electrical work

A valid DOPL journeyman license is essential for legal access to Idaho's booming construction market.

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Official Resources

• Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses: dopl.idaho.gov
• PSI Exams (scheduling): psiexams.com
• NEC 2023 Codebook: Available at NFPA.org or major electrical supply houses

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Ready to Pass the Idaho Exam?

GetLicenseReady's NEC 2023 practice questions cover the code articles and calculation types tested on the Idaho journeyman exam.

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