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Minnesota Electrician Practice Test

1,600+ NEC 2023 questions covering every topic on the Minnesota State-administered exam. Detailed explanations with exact code article references.

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Minnesota Journeyman Exam At a Glance

Questions

80

Time Limit

330 min

Passing Score

70%

Format

Open Book

Vendor

State-administered

Exam Fee

$50

What the Minnesota Exam Covers

The State-administered 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 Minnesota State-administered Exam

  • The Minnesota 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: Minnesota currently tests on NEC 2023. All GetLicenseReady questions are aligned to NEC 2023. See what changed from NEC 2020 →

Minnesota Electrician Exam — FAQ

How many questions are on the Minnesota journeyman exam?

80 questions, 330 minutes, 70% passing score. Administered by State-administered.

Is the Minnesota 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 Minnesota test on?

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

How do I register for the Minnesota exam?

Register through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The exam fee is $50.

Minnesota License Requirements

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How to Get Your Minnesota License

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NEC Study Guide

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NEC Quick Reference

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