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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: ND General Contractor Exam

70%

Passing Score

State Board

80 Q

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep

3 hrs

Exam Time

State Board

Not Accepted

NASCLA

State Board

2 years

Experience Required

State Board

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

About the ND General Contractor Exam

The North Dakota 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.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$100 (North Dakota Secretary of State Contractor Licensing)

ND General Contractor Exam Content Outline

30%

Business & Law

North Dakota 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

How to Pass the ND General Contractor Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: $100

Keys to Passing

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

ND General Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master North Dakota'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 North Dakota general contractor exam cover?

The ND 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 ND GC exam?

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

Does North Dakota accept the NASCLA exam?

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

What experience is needed for a North Dakota contractor license?

North Dakota typically requires 2 years of verifiable construction experience before applying for a general contractor license.