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Key Facts: WV Electrician Exam
70%
Passing Score
103CSR5, section 8.1.1
50
Questions
WV State Fire Marshal 2026 update
NEC 2023
Code Edition
WV State Fire Marshal 2026 update
West Virginia’s Journeyman Electrician examination has 50 multiple-choice questions based on the 2023 NEC from January 1, 2026 (State Fire Marshal). The licensing rules require a passing score of 70%. Confirm your examination time and permitted materials on the official authorization.
Sample WV Electrician Practice Questions
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1Which agency administers the Journeyman Electrician license in West Virginia?
2West Virginia has reciprocity agreements for journeyman electrician licenses with which states?
3What NEC edition does West Virginia currently base its Journeyman Electrician exam on?
4How many questions are on the West Virginia Journeyman Electrician exam, and what is the time limit?
5Per NEC 2020 Article 210.8(A), GFCI protection is required for 125-volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles in dwelling unit bathrooms. What is the trip threshold for a Class A GFCI?
6Per NEC 2020 Article 250.52(A)(1), a metal underground water pipe used as a grounding electrode must be in direct contact with the earth for at least:
7Per NEC 2020 Table 310.16, what is the ampacity of a 10 AWG copper conductor with THHN insulation at 30°C?
8Per NEC 2020 Article 430.52, what is the maximum dual-element time-delay fuse size for a single motor branch circuit, expressed as a percentage of motor FLC?
9Per NEC 2020 Article 210.52(A), receptacles in habitable rooms of dwelling units must be spaced so no point along the floor line is more than how far from a receptacle?
10Per NEC 2020 Article 220.12, the general lighting load for a dwelling unit is calculated at:
About the WV Electrician Exam
The West Virginia State Fire Marshal administers the Journeyman Electrician examination. From January 1, 2026, it uses the 2023 edition of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code. The examination has 50 multiple-choice questions worth two points each, with calculations included in that format.
Exam sponsor: West Virginia State Fire Marshal — Regulatory and Licensing Division. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
50 questions
Time Limit
Confirm the allotted time on your exam authorization
Passing Score
70%
Exam / Certification Fees
Confirm the current application and licensing fees with the State Fire Marshal
Exam sponsor websiteFees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
NEC General & Theory
Electrical theory, NEC definitions, blueprint reading, and Article 100 fundamentals
Branch Circuits & Overcurrent Protection
Circuit sizing, AFCI/GFCI requirements, conductor ampacity, and overcurrent devices
Wiring Methods & Materials
Raceways, cable types, boxes, fittings, conduit fill, and installation requirements
Grounding, Bonding & Services
Grounding electrode systems, bonding requirements, service entrance, and feeder sizing
Motors, Special Occupancies & Calculations
Motor circuits, transformers, hazardous locations, healthcare, pools, and load calculations
Preparing for the WV Electrician Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: Confirm the allotted time on your exam authorization
- Exam / certification fees: Confirm the current application and licensing fees with the State Fire Marshal Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 307 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have reciprocity with West Virginia for electrician licenses?
West Virginia has reciprocity agreements with North Carolina, Ohio, and Tennessee. Licensed journeyman electricians from these states may qualify for WV licensure without retaking the full exam.
What NEC edition is the WV electrician exam based on?
From January 1, 2026, all West Virginia electrical examinations use the 2023 edition of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, according to the State Fire Marshal’s 2026 update.
How do I schedule the WV electrician exam?
Apply through the West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s licensing portal and consult its published examination dates and locations. Follow the official exam authorization for your appointment and materials.
Is the WV electrician exam open book?
Confirm the permitted codebook, annotations and other materials on your State Fire Marshal examination authorization. The tested reference is the 2023 NEC from January 1, 2026.