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Illinois Electrician Practice Test

1,600+ NEC 2023 questions covering every topic on the Illinois Continental Testing Services exam. Detailed explanations with exact code article references.

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Illinois Journeyman Exam At a Glance

Questions

150

Time Limit

240 min

Passing Score

70%

Format

Open Book

Vendor

Continental Testing Services

Exam Fee

$150

What the Illinois Exam Covers

The Continental Testing Services exam draws from the NEC 2023 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 Illinois Continental Testing Services Exam

  • The Illinois exam is open book — 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.
  • Budget your time: spend no more than 90 seconds per question on the first pass, then return to flagged items.
NEC Edition: Illinois currently tests on NEC 2023. All GetLicenseReady questions are aligned to NEC 2023. See what changed from NEC 2020 →

Illinois Electrician Exam — FAQ

How many questions are on the Illinois journeyman exam?

150 questions, 240 minutes, 70% passing score. Administered by Continental Testing Services.

Is the Illinois electrician exam open book?

Yes — you may bring a tabbed NEC 2023 into the testing center. Practice finding answers quickly; you won't have time to read full articles during the exam.

What NEC edition does Illinois test on?

Illinois tests on NEC 2023. GetLicenseReady questions are fully aligned to NEC 2023.

How do I register for the Illinois exam?

Register through the City of Chicago Department of Buildings (no statewide board). The exam fee is $150.

Illinois License Requirements

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NEC Study Guide

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