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Key Facts: MS Pesticide Applicator Exam

70%

Passing Score

BPI standard

3 years

Certification Valid

MDAC/BPI

14

Commercial Categories

BPI categories

$55

Computer Test Fee

Metro Institute

Separate

Business License

Weed & Pest Control License

3 methods

Recertification

Session/exam/online

Mississippi certifies through BPI with 14 commercial categories. Certification valid 3 years. Exams at MSU campus (24-hr notice), recertification sessions, or Metro Institute ($55 computer-based). Certification alone does not authorize for-hire work — separate Weed & Pest Control License needed.

About the MS Pesticide Applicator Exam

The Mississippi Pesticide Applicator certification exam covers 14 commercial categories under the Mississippi Pesticide Law (MS Code 69-23). Topics include state regulations, FIFRA federal law, label interpretation, safety and PPE, environmental protection including Delta region water resources, calibration, and IPM.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

2-3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$55 (computer-based) / varies (Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce / Bureau of Plant Industry)

MS Pesticide Applicator Exam Content Outline

25%

State Laws & Regulations

MS Pesticide Law, BPI certification, 14 categories, Weed & Pest Control License, and enforcement

20%

Label Compliance

Label interpretation, signal words, directions for use, and legal requirements

20%

Pesticide Safety

PPE, toxicity, first aid, WPS, emergency response, and worker protection

20%

Environmental Protection

Delta region water resources, alluvial aquifer, groundwater, drift, and storage/disposal

15%

Application Methods

IPM, calibration, formulations, equipment, and resistance management

How to Pass the MS Pesticide Applicator Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 2-3 hours
  • Exam fee: $55 (computer-based) / varies

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MS Pesticide Applicator Study Tips from Top Performers

1Understand that Mississippi certification does NOT equal a for-hire business license — a separate Weed & Pest Control License is needed
2Study the Mississippi Pesticide Law (MS Code 69-23) and BPI's role in enforcement
3Know the 14 commercial certification categories and select the correct one(s) for your work
4Focus on Delta region environmental concerns: alluvial aquifer, wetlands, and water quality
5Practice calibration calculations for agricultural and turf applications
6Purchase MSU Extension study manuals for the Core and your specific category exam(s)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I take the Mississippi pesticide applicator exam?

At the Bureau of Plant Industry office on the MSU campus (24-hour advance notice at 662-325-3390), at any of six recertification session locations statewide, or through computer-based testing at Metro Institute ($55/exam).

Does Mississippi certification allow me to do pest control for hire?

No. Commercial applicator certification does NOT allow you to advertise, solicit, or perform work for a fee. A separate Weed and Pest Control License from MDAC is required for for-hire pesticide application businesses.

How do I recertify in Mississippi?

Certification is valid for 3 years. During the year before expiration, recertify by: attending an approved session, retaking the exam, or completing approved online recertification. Contact BPI at 662-325-5829.