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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: UT Electrician Exam

70%

Passing Score

UT DOPL

80

Questions

PSI

4 hrs

Time Limit

PSI

NEC 2020

Code Edition

UT DOPL

Utah's Journeyman Electrician exam has a ~55% pass rate and requires 70% to pass. The exam was consolidated into a combined Theory & Code format in August 2025. It is based on the NEC 2020 edition and covers 80 questions in 4 hours. A bound copy of the NEC is permitted during the exam.

About the UT Electrician Exam

The Utah Journeyman Electrician exam is a combined Theory and Code exam based on the NEC 2020, administered by PSI. As of August 2025, Utah consolidated its exam into a single 80-question, 4-hour test covering electrical theory, NEC code compliance, load calculations, and installation practices.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

4 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$55-$75 (Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL))

UT Electrician Exam Content Outline

20%

NEC General & Theory

Electrical theory, NEC definitions, blueprint reading, and Article 100 fundamentals

20%

Branch Circuits & Overcurrent Protection

Circuit sizing, AFCI/GFCI requirements, conductor ampacity, and overcurrent protection

20%

Wiring Methods & Materials

Raceways, cable types, boxes, fittings, conduit fill, and installation requirements

20%

Grounding, Bonding & Services

Grounding electrode systems, bonding requirements, service entrance, and feeder sizing

20%

Motors, Special Occupancies & Calculations

Motor circuits, transformers, hazardous locations, healthcare, pools, and load calculations

How to Pass the UT Electrician Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 4 hours
  • Exam fee: $55-$75

Keys to Passing

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

UT Electrician Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master NEC 2020 Article 250 (Grounding and Bonding) — it is heavily tested on the Utah exam
2Practice dwelling unit load calculations per Article 220 using both standard and optional methods
3Study conductor ampacity tables (310.16) and temperature correction/adjustment factors
4Focus on AFCI and GFCI requirements in Articles 210.8 and 210.12 — these have expanded significantly
5Review motor circuit requirements in Article 430, including overload protection and branch circuit sizing

Frequently Asked Questions

What changed with the Utah electrician exam in August 2025?

As of August 2025, Utah DOPL consolidated the Journeyman Electrician exam into a single combined Theory and Code exam. Previously, the exam was split into separate portions. The combined exam is 80 questions with a 4-hour time limit.

What NEC edition is the Utah electrician exam based on?

The Utah Journeyman Electrician exam is based on the NEC 2020 edition. Utah adopted the 2020 NEC for electrical installations and examinations through DOPL regulation.

Is the Utah electrician exam open book?

Yes, candidates are typically permitted to bring a bound copy of the NEC 2020 to the exam. No loose papers, tabs that can be removed, or handwritten notes are allowed. Check with DOPL for current reference material policies.

How do I schedule the Utah Journeyman Electrician exam?

The exam is administered by PSI on behalf of Utah DOPL. You must first apply through DOPL and receive approval, then schedule your exam through PSI's online system. The exam fee ranges from $55 to $75.