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Key Facts: MT General Contractor Exam

70%

Passing Score

State Board

80 Q

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep

3 hrs

Exam Time

State Board

Not Accepted

NASCLA

State Board

3 years

Experience Required

State Board

Montana requires general contractors to pass a state Business & Law exam. The exam covers MT licensing law, contract law, lien law, bonds, insurance, safety codes, and business management.

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1Which Montana state agency oversees the Construction Contractor Registration program?
A.Montana Department of Commerce
B.Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)
C.Montana Secretary of State
D.Montana Department of Environmental Quality
Explanation: The Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) oversees the Construction Contractor Registration (CR) program through its Employment Standards Division. Beginning January 1, 2026, the program transitions from registration to a formal licensing program.
2What significant change to Montana's contractor program took effect beginning January 1, 2026?
A.Contractors are no longer required to register
B.The registration program transitions to a license administered by DLI
C.An exam requirement was added for all contractors
D.The program was transferred to the Secretary of State
Explanation: Beginning January 1, 2026, Montana's Construction Contractor Registration program transitions to a formal licensing program administered by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry under HB 239. Existing registrations will be converted to licenses.
3Under Montana law, what is the definition of a 'construction contractor'?
A.Anyone who performs home repairs for family members
B.A person who constructs, alters, repairs, adds to, subtracts from, improves, moves, wrecks, or demolishes a building or structure
C.Only licensed architects and engineers
D.Any person who sells building materials
Explanation: Under MCA 39-9-102, a construction contractor is a person, firm, or corporation that constructs, alters, repairs, adds to, subtracts from, improves, moves, wrecks, or demolishes a building, highway, road, excavation, or other structure attached to real estate.
4What is the registration fee for Montana's Construction Contractor Registration?
A.$35
B.$50
C.$70
D.$100
Explanation: The Montana Construction Contractor Registration fee is $70. This fee must be paid when submitting the registration application to the Department of Labor and Industry.
5What is the maximum fine per violation for unregistered construction contracting in Montana?
A.$100
B.$250
C.$500
D.$1,000
Explanation: Under Montana law (MCA 39-9-301), construction contractors can be fined up to $500 per violation for operating without proper registration, including failure to register, failure to maintain workers' compensation coverage, or other compliance violations.
6What insurance must Montana contractors with employees provide proof of when registering?
A.General liability insurance only
B.Workers' compensation insurance
C.Professional liability insurance
D.Builder's risk insurance
Explanation: Montana requires contractors with employees to provide proof of workers' compensation insurance when registering. Montana's Workers' Compensation Act (MCA Title 39, Chapter 71) applies to all employers with any employees in service.
7Under Montana workers' compensation law, which entity is an option for purchasing workers' compensation coverage?
A.Only private insurance carriers
B.Montana State Fund, private carriers, or self-insurance
C.Only the Montana State Fund
D.Only through federal OSHA
Explanation: Montana operates under a competitive state fund system. Employers can obtain workers' compensation coverage through the Montana State Fund (Plan 2), private insurance carriers (Plan 3), or qualify for self-insurance (Plan 1).
8What is the purpose of Montana's Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate (ICEC)?
A.To exempt contractors from paying state taxes
B.To allow certain self-employed individuals to be exempt from workers' compensation coverage requirements
C.To exempt contractors from building permit requirements
D.To allow contractors to work without registering
Explanation: Montana's Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate (ICEC) allows qualifying self-employed individuals to be exempt from workers' compensation coverage requirements. Those hiring an ICEC holder are not considered their employer for workers' compensation purposes.
9Under Montana law, what must a person who hires a construction contractor verify?
A.The contractor's college degree
B.The contractor's registration status and workers' compensation coverage
C.The contractor's political affiliation
D.The contractor's credit score
Explanation: Under Montana law, persons hiring construction contractors should verify the contractor's registration status and that they have valid workers' compensation coverage. DLI provides online verification tools for both registration and WC coverage.
10Where must Montana construction contractors register their business before obtaining a contractor license?
A.Montana Department of Revenue
B.Montana Secretary of State
C.Montana Department of Transportation
D.Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
Explanation: Montana general contractors and specialty contractors must first register their businesses with the Montana Secretary of State before proceeding with contractor registration through the Department of Labor and Industry.

About the MT General Contractor Exam

The Montana general contractor exam covers state licensing law, construction contract law, mechanics lien law, bonding and insurance requirements, OSHA safety, building codes, project management, and business practices.

Exam sponsor: Montana Department of Labor and Industry. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

80 questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam / Certification Fees

$125

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30%

Business & Law

Montana licensing statutes, contractor law, lien law, bonds, insurance, penalties

25%

Contract Law

Construction contracts, change orders, disputes, subcontractor agreements

20%

Safety & Codes

OSHA requirements, building codes, permits, inspections

15%

Project Management

Scheduling, estimating, supervision, quality control

10%

Financial

Accounting, taxes, payroll, financial statements, insurance

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  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: $125 Official sources

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MT General Contractor: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master Montana's contractor licensing laws and regulations
2Study mechanics lien law — filing deadlines and requirements are heavily tested
3Know bond types: bid bonds, performance bonds, payment bonds
4Review OSHA safety requirements and penalties
5Understand construction contract terms and change order procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Montana general contractor exam cover?

The MT GC exam covers state contractor licensing law, construction contracts, mechanics lien law, bonding, insurance, OSHA safety, building codes, and business management.

What is the passing score for the MT GC exam?

A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the Montana general contractor licensing exam.

Does Montana accept the NASCLA exam?

Montana does not currently accept the NASCLA accredited exam. You must take the Montana-specific contractor licensing exam.

What experience is needed for a Montana contractor license?

Montana typically requires 3 years of verifiable construction experience before applying for a general contractor license.