Journeyman Electrician
- 110 questions, including 10 administrative
- 4.5 hours · 70% to pass · $90 Prov fee
- Admin questions: RSA 319-C and Elec 300–400 rules
New Hampshire electrician exam prep self-study
For the 2020 NEC version of New Hampshire’s Journeyman and Master Electrician exams, given by Prov. Open book, 70% to pass.
Prov also offers a 2017 NEC version. JCR prepares you for the 2020 version, so confirm the version on your exam authorization before you book.
$495 full exam prep self-study package includes 20+ hours of video lessons (100 lessons, 21 hours), a 500+ question realistic mock exam (with digital access), the proprietary JCR workbook (152 pages) and permanent Code tabs. Buy the 2020 NEC separately.
The videos and digital practice exams are ready as soon as you pay. Your workbook ships the same business day.
JCR has prepared 20,000+ electricians for their exams since 1985. Lead instructor Victor Ring brings 50+ years in the trade. 93% pass rate for JCR classroom students.


Prov allows permanent tabs and highlighting or underlining in pen. Moveable tabs, Post-its and handwritten notes are not allowed.
Sold separately: the NEC, the American Electrician’s Handbook (17th edition) and Ugly’s (2020). Order the 2020 NEC here.
| Testing company | Prov |
|---|---|
| NEC versions | 2017 or 2020. JCR teaches the 2020 version. |
| Format | Open book, timed |
| Passing score | 70% |
| 2020 references | 2020 NEC, American Electrician’s Handbook (17th ed.), Ugly’s (2020), RSA 319-C, Elec rules and the NH amendment documents in the bulletin |
| Book prep | Highlight or underline in pen only. Permanent tabs OK. No handwritten notes, moveable tabs, Post-its or photocopies. |
| Calculator | Simple 4-function only |
| Where | 4 New Hampshire test centers, centers in bordering states, or online through ExamRoom.ai |
| Retakes | Wait 2 days, then rebook. $90 each. Voucher good for 365 days. |
Prov New Hampshire bulletin (Aug. 6, 2026) · NH Electricians’ Board · License requirements · Exam reference documents
Full walkthrough: JCR’s New Hampshire electrician license guide.
You can log in to the videos and digital mock exam right after checkout. Printed materials ship the same business day.
Need help? Call (704) 696-8555 or email JCR.
Which NEC edition is the New Hampshire electrician exam on? Prov offers a 2017 NEC version and a 2020 NEC version. JCR prepares you for the 2020 version. The bulletin says to check with your school or OPLC at (603) 271-2152 about which one to take.
Is the New Hampshire electrical license exam open book? Yes. Bring the 2020 NEC and the other references Prov lists.
How many questions are on the New Hampshire master electrician exam? 126 on the 2020 version, with 5 hours. Journeyman has 110 questions and 4.5 hours.
Can I use tabs? Permanent tabs, yes. Moveable tabs and Post-its, no.
Who gives the exam? Prov, after OPLC approves your application. You can test at a center or online.
How long should I study? 6–8 weeks, about an hour a night.
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Also useful: New Hampshire electrician license guide · Electrician exam requirements by state
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