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Massachusetts Electrician Practice Test
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What to Expect on the Massachusetts Electrician Exam
Massachusetts has a statewide journeyman electrician license through the Board of State Examiners of Electricians (BSEE). The exam is administered by PSI in two parts: Part I is 70 questions and Part II is 30 questions, totaling 100 questions, 240 minutes (4 hours), 70% passing score, open book with NEC 2023 permitted, and a $226 exam fee. The $226 fee is one of the highest in the country. Massachusetts requires 8,000 hours of apprenticeship training plus 600 hours of classroom instruction, which is more rigorous than most states' classroom requirements. Candidates must complete a state-approved apprenticeship program before applying. Massachusetts also licenses Apprentice Electricians, which allows registered apprentices to work legally during training, and Master Electricians. The BSEE exam covers all major NEC 2023 topics with particular emphasis on Massachusetts amendments to the electrical code. Articles 210, 220, 250, 310, and 430 are consistently tested. Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, and Cambridge are the major markets. Massachusetts electricians earn among the highest wages in the country. The practice questions below are aligned to NEC 2023 and the Massachusetts BSEE PSI exam format.
Massachusetts Journeyman Exam At a Glance
Questions
120
Time Limit
240 min
Passing Score
70%
Format
Open Book
Vendor
PSI
Exam Fee
$226
What the Massachusetts Exam Covers
The PSI exam draws from the NEC 2026 across 13 topic areas. GetLicenseReady covers all of them with full explanations and code references.
Tips for the Massachusetts PSI Exam
- The Massachusetts 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.
Massachusetts Electrician Exam FAQ
How many questions are on the Massachusetts Journeyman exam?
120 questions, 240 minutes, 70% passing score. Administered by PSI.
Is the Massachusetts electrician exam open book?
Yes, you may bring a tabbed NEC 2026 into the testing center. Practice finding answers quickly; you won't have time to read full articles during the exam.
What NEC edition does Massachusetts test on?
Massachusetts tests on NEC 2026. GetLicenseReady questions are written to the NEC 2023. Most core rules carry over, but study with the 2026 codebook you will use on exam day.
How do I register for the Massachusetts exam?
Register through the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians. The exam fee is $226.
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