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Key Facts: MT Journeyman Electrician Exam

70%

Passing Score

MT Electrical Board

80

Questions

PSI exam

$315+

Total Cost

$75 exam + $240 license

14 states

Reciprocity

MT Electrical Board

The Montana journeyman electrician exam requires 70% to pass across 80 NEC-based questions in 4 hours. Montana currently uses the NEC 2020 edition. The state offers reciprocity with 14 other states, making it valuable for multi-state electricians. The exam fee is $75 with a separate $240 license fee.

About the MT Journeyman Electrician Exam

Montana's journeyman electrician exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the State Electrical Board. The exam tests NEC 2020 knowledge including wiring methods, grounding and bonding, load calculations, motor circuits, and special occupancies. Montana has reciprocity agreements with 14 states.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

4 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$75 exam + $240 license (Montana State Electrical Board (PSI))

MT Journeyman Electrician Exam Content Outline

20%

NEC General & Definitions

NEC Article 100 definitions, general requirements, and code navigation

20%

Branch Circuits & Overcurrent Protection

Circuit sizing, conductor ampacity, GFCI/AFCI, and overcurrent devices

20%

Wiring Methods & Materials

Raceways, cable types, conduit fill, box fill, and rural installation methods

20%

Grounding & Bonding

Article 250 grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding, and bonding

20%

Services, Motors & Special Occupancies

Service entrance, motor circuits, agricultural buildings, hazardous locations, and healthcare

How to Pass the MT Journeyman Electrician Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 4 hours
  • Exam fee: $75 exam + $240 license

Keys to Passing

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

MT Journeyman Electrician Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study NEC 2020 specifically — Montana has not adopted the 2023 edition yet
2Master Article 250 grounding and bonding — it is the most tested topic on any electrician exam
3Review agricultural building wiring requirements in Article 547 — relevant for Montana's rural areas
4Practice dwelling unit load calculations using Article 220 demand factors
5Know the differences between NEC 2020 and 2023 so you do not apply the wrong edition's rules

Frequently Asked Questions

What NEC edition does Montana use for the electrician exam?

Montana currently uses the NEC 2020 edition. The State Electrical Board has not yet adopted the 2023 edition. A bound copy of the NEC 2020 is allowed during the exam.

Which states does Montana have reciprocity with?

Montana has reciprocity agreements with 14 states. Contact the Montana State Electrical Board for the current list, as agreements may change. Reciprocity typically requires an active license in good standing and equivalent experience.

How much does the Montana electrician license cost total?

The total cost includes the $75 PSI exam fee plus a $240 license fee to the State Electrical Board. License renewal fees apply every two years. Budget approximately $315+ for initial licensing.

What experience is required in Montana?

Montana requires 8,000 hours (approximately 4 years) of electrical apprenticeship under a licensed journeyman or master electrician. Experience must be documented and verified by the State Electrical Board.