Skip to main content
getlicenseready

Free Practice Test

Connecticut Electrician Practice Test

1,600+ NEC 2023 questions covering the topics on the Connecticut PSI exam. Detailed explanations with exact code article references.

Start Practicing Free

No credit card required · 25 free questions

What to Expect on the Connecticut Electrician Exam

Connecticut has a statewide journeyman electrician license through the Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). The exam is administered by PSI: 80 questions, 210 minutes (3.5 hours), 75% passing score, open book with NEC 2023 permitted, and a $65 exam fee. Connecticut's 75% passing threshold is higher than the 70% required in most states. With 80 questions and a 75% requirement, you need to answer at least 60 correctly. Connecticut requires 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under a licensed journeyman or master electrician before you can apply through DCP. The exam designation is E-1 Journeyman Electrician. Connecticut also issues a Limited Journeyman license for candidates who work under a licensed contractor but do not meet all the requirements for the full journeyman credential. The NEC articles most frequently tested include Article 210 (branch circuits), Article 220 (load calculations), Article 250 (grounding and bonding), and Article 430 (motors). Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven, and Stamford are the major markets. Connecticut's high cost of living and strong commercial construction sector support above-average electrician wages. The practice questions below are aligned to NEC 2023 and the Connecticut DCP PSI exam format.

Connecticut Journeyman Exam At a Glance

Questions

80

Time Limit

210 min

Passing Score

70%

Format

Open Book

Vendor

PSI

Exam Fee

$65

What the Connecticut Exam Covers

The PSI exam draws from the NEC 2020 across 13 topic areas. GetLicenseReady covers all of them with full explanations and code references.

NEC General Knowledge
Electrical Calculations
Wiring Methods & Installation
Grounding & Bonding
Overcurrent Protection
Services & Feeders
Branch Circuits & Receptacles
Motors & Controllers
Conductors & Cables
Boxes & Fittings
Transformers
Special Equipment
Hazardous Locations

Tips for the Connecticut PSI Exam

  • The Connecticut exam is open book, so tab your NEC for Articles 110, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 300, 310, and 430.
  • You won't have time to look up every answer. Know the major numbers cold, and use the book for edge cases.
  • PSI delivers the exam at its own network of PSI test centers. Arrive 30 minutes before your appointment with your ID.
  • PSI questions often test the specific NEC article number, not just the concept. Knowing where a rule lives matters.
  • Budget your time: spend no more than 90 seconds per question on the first pass, then return to flagged items.
NEC Edition: Connecticut currently tests on NEC 2020. GetLicenseReady questions are written to the NEC 2023. Most core rules carry over, but some requirements changed between editions, so study with the 2020 codebook you will use on exam day. See what changed between NEC 2020 and 2023 →

Connecticut Electrician Exam FAQ

How many questions are on the Connecticut Journeyman exam?

80 questions, 210 minutes, 70% passing score. Administered by PSI.

Is the Connecticut electrician exam open book?

Yes, you may bring a tabbed NEC 2020 into the testing center. Practice finding answers quickly; you won't have time to read full articles during the exam.

What NEC edition does Connecticut test on?

Connecticut tests on NEC 2020. GetLicenseReady questions are written to the NEC 2023. Most core rules carry over, but study with the 2020 codebook you will use on exam day.

How do I register for the Connecticut exam?

Register through the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. The exam fee is $65.

Ready to Pass the Connecticut Exam?

1,600+ practice questions with NEC 2023 citations and detailed explanations. Start free, no card required.

Start Practicing Free