Georgia Electrician License: Requirements, Exam & How to Get Licensed
Everything you need to know about the Georgia electrician license — requirements, exam format, fees, and how to prepare
Note: Our practice questions are based on NEC 2023 — the edition most states currently test on. The exam format details below are specific to Georgia.
Information last verified: April 2026
Last verified: March 26, 2026 • Sources: Georgia Licensing Board, PSI Testing Portal
Exam Format
Journeyman Electrician
- Vendor:PSI
- Questions:155
- Time Limit:480 minutes (8 hours)
- Passing Score:70%
- Exam Fee:$30
- Format:Open-book (NEC reference allowed)
What's Covered on the Exam
- Grounding & Bonding (NEC Article 250)
- Wiring Methods (Conduit, Cable, Raceways)
- Load Calculations (Article 220)
- Motors & Controllers (Article 430)
- Box Fill & Conduit Fill
- Overcurrent Protection (Article 240)
- Special Occupancies (Hazardous Locations)
- Services & Feeders (Article 230)
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How to Register for Your Exam
- Confirm Your Eligibility: Check with the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board for current requirements (work experience, education, etc.)
- Submit Your Application: Apply through the state licensing board
- Schedule Your Exam: Once approved, register with PSI at https://candidate.psiexams.com/
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Georgia Electrician Exam Tips
State-specific guidance to help you prepare smarter for your Georgia exam.
💡What You Need to Know About Georgia
- Georgia issues a statewide Electrical Contractor license, but journeyman electrician licensing is primarily handled at the local (city/county) level.
- Atlanta and other major Georgia cities issue their own journeyman licenses — check with the local building department for specific requirements.
- The Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors (GCOC) oversees contractor licensing; journeyman licensing varies by AHJ.
- Georgia requires documentation of qualifying work experience, typically verified by a licensed employer, before sitting for any local journeyman exam.
NEC Adoption & State Amendments
Georgia has adopted the NEC as part of the Georgia State Minimum Standard Codes. Check with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (https://www.dca.ga.gov/) for the current edition adopted statewide, and verify local amendments with your city or county.
⚠️Common Mistakes on the Georgia Exam
- Assuming a Georgia contractor license substitutes for a local journeyman card — they are different credentials with different scopes of work.
- Not checking local Georgia city requirements before scheduling an exam — cities like Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta may have different vendors, fees, and eligibility requirements.
- Overlooking Georgia's hot and humid climate requirements, which affect conduit installation, conductor derating, and outdoor wiring methods tested on some local exams.
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