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Key Facts: NJ General Contractor Exam

70%

Passing Score

State Board

100 Q

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep

3 hrs

Exam Time

State Board

Not Accepted

NASCLA

State Board

4 years

Experience Required

State Board

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

About the NJ General Contractor Exam

The New Jersey 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

100 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$200 (New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs)

NJ General Contractor Exam Content Outline

30%

Business & Law

New Jersey 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 NJ General Contractor Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: $200

Keys to Passing

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

NJ General Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master New Jersey'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 New Jersey general contractor exam cover?

The NJ 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 NJ GC exam?

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

Does New Jersey accept the NASCLA exam?

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

What experience is needed for a New Jersey contractor license?

New Jersey typically requires 4 years of verifiable construction experience before applying for a general contractor license.