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California Property & Casualty Insurance

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Your Study Path

California Property & Casualty Insurance License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

National P&C Fundamentals

Master foundational P&C insurance concepts: property insurance basics, casualty insurance principles, policy structures, and general insurance concepts tested on the exam.

20
hours
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2

California P&C RegulationsYou are here

Study California-specific laws including Proposition 103, CDI regulations, FAIR Plan, California Earthquake Authority (CEA), and auto insurance requirements (15/30/5 minimums).

15
hours
3

California Property Insurance

Learn homeowners requirements, FAIR Plan for high-risk properties, CEA earthquake coverage, wildfire disclosures, and California-specific property regulations.

10
hours
4

CA Insurance Code & Ethics

Complete mandatory 12-hour CDI-approved course covering California Insurance Code, ethics, unfair trade practices, CIGA, and anti-fraud training (1 hour required).

12
hours
Estimated total study time
57 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the California P&C Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
18 years or older
Education
12 hours CA Insurance Code & Ethics course (includes 1 hour anti-fraud training)
Background Check
Required via Capital Live Scan (CLS)
Fingerprinting
Required - submit to CDI vendor Capital Live Scan
Additional Requirements
  • 2026 Change: AB 943 removed 20-hour general pre-license requirement (effective Jan 1, 2026)
  • 12-hour Ethics course still mandatory before license issuance
  • Pre-license certificate valid for 3 years
  • 10 exam failures = 12-month waiting period
  • Must be trustworthy and have good business reputation
  • No felony convictions involving fraud or dishonesty

California P&C Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PSI Services

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

No waiting period between attempts; 10 failures = 12-month wait

Temporary License

Not available in California

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$88
Application Fee$189
Fingerprint Fee$49 (Capital Live Scan)
Pre-License Education$0-150 (12-hour course)
NIPR Transaction Fee$5.60
Total Estimated Cost$331-481

Exam Exemptions

Holders of these professional designations may be exempt from all or part of the exam:

CPCU

Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter - exempt from entire exam

CIC

Certified Insurance Counselor - may qualify for partial exemption

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What You'll Study

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California P&C-Specific Topics Covered

California Department of Insurance (CDI) RegulationsProposition 103 Rating Factors & Prior ApprovalAB 943 Pre-License Changes (2026)California FAIR Plan (Fire Insurance)California Earthquake Authority (CEA)Auto Insurance Minimums (15/30/5)Good Driver Discount Requirements (20%)California Insurance Guarantee Association (CIGA)Workers' Compensation RequirementsUnfair Trade Practices ActCalifornia Insurance CodeAnti-Fraud Training RequirementsCapital Live Scan Fingerprinting ProcessWildfire Disclosure Requirements
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California P&C Exam Details

California Property & Casualty Insurance

Administered by California Department of Insurance (CDI)

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60%
Passing Score
150
Questions
3
Hours
$131 exam ($88 + $43 convenience fee) + $189 license application fee
Exam Fee
Study time: 40-60 hours
Prerequisites: 12 hours CA Insurance Code & Ethics (as of Jan 1, 2026)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official California Department of Insurance (CDI) content outline

California P&C Regulation15%

CDI structure, Proposition 103, elected commissioner, licensing requirements

Property Insurance Laws25%

FAIR Plan, CEA earthquake, homeowners requirements, wildfire coverage

Casualty Insurance Laws30%

Auto 15/30/5 minimums, good driver discount, workers comp, liability

Ethics & Prohibited Practices30%

Claims handling, CIGA, unfair practices, producer conduct

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