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Key Facts: NC Notary Exam
80%
Passing Threshold
N.C. Gen. Stat. 10B-8 (accessed February 19, 2026)
5 years
Commission Term
N.C. Gen. Stat. Chapter 10B
$50
Application Fee
NC SOS Notary fee schedule (accessed February 19, 2026)
$10
Paper Notarization Fee Cap
N.C. Gen. Stat. 10B-31
$15
In-Person eNotary Fee Cap
N.C. Gen. Stat. 10B-31
$25
Remote Notarization Fee Cap
N.C. Gen. Stat. 10B-31
For 2026 prep, North Carolina maintains a high 80% pass threshold and a 5-year commission term under Chapter 10B. Current SOS fee schedules list a $50 application fee. NC statutes also set fee caps of $10 (paper), $15 (in-person electronic), and $25 (remote online notarization), making fee-compliance scenarios a major test area.
About the NC Notary Exam
The North Carolina notary exam focuses on Chapter 10B requirements: eligibility, personal appearance, identity evidence, prohibited acts, fee limits, and electronic/remote notarization compliance.
Questions
10 scored questions
Time Limit
Varies by approved course/testing path
Passing Score
80%
Exam Fee
$50 application (North Carolina Secretary of State)
NC Notary Exam Content Outline
Eligibility, Education, and Commissioning
Age/location standards, course-and-exam requirements, attorney exemptions, and 5-year commissioning rules
Core Notarial Acts and Appearance Rules
Acknowledgments, jurats, oaths/affirmations, personal appearance, and certificate completeness
Identity Evidence and Refusal Standards
Personal knowledge vs satisfactory evidence, credible witness scenarios, and fraud-prevention refusal triggers
Fee Limits and Administrative Compliance
Paper/electronic/remote fee caps, no-fee exceptions, travel-fee requirements, and record discipline
Misconduct and Electronic/RON Liability
Official misconduct definitions, penalties, and remote notarization authorization/compliance controls
How to Pass the NC Notary Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 80%
- Exam length: 10 questions
- Time limit: Varies by approved course/testing path
- Exam fee: $50 application
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NC notary passing score requirement?
North Carolina uses an 80% passing threshold under Chapter 10B testing requirements, which is stricter than many states.
How long is a North Carolina notary commission valid?
A North Carolina notary commission runs 5 years. Missing renewal timing can interrupt authority to perform notarial acts.
What are the NC fee caps I should memorize?
The major fee caps tested are $10 for paper notarizations, $15 for in-person electronic notarizations, and $25 for remote online notarizations, plus specific no-fee exceptions under state law.
Can nonresidents become NC notaries?
Yes, qualifying bordering-state applicants may apply if they have regular employment or a place of business in North Carolina and meet all other legal requirements.
How does NC define official misconduct?
Under Chapter 10B, misconduct generally includes both performing prohibited acts and failing to perform required acts in connection with notarization.