1.2 Georgia License Requirements
Key Takeaways
- Georgia salesperson applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED
- Pre-license education requirement is 75 hours from a GREC-approved school
- The exam is 152 questions total (100 national + 52 state) with 4 hours time limit
- Passing score is 75% on each section: 75/100 national and 39/52 state questions
- Exam fee is $121 and license application fee is $170; fingerprinting required for background check
Georgia has specific requirements for salesperson and broker licenses. These requirements are frequently tested on the state exam portion.
Salesperson License Requirements
To become a Georgia real estate salesperson, you must:
1. Basic Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a high school diploma or GED
- Be of good moral character
2. Education Requirements
Complete 75 hours of pre-license education from a GREC-approved school:
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Georgia Real Estate Fundamentals | 75 |
The 75-hour course covers both national real estate concepts and Georgia-specific laws and practices.
3. Examination
| Detail | Salesperson Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 152 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 100 questions |
| State Portion | 52 questions |
| Time Limit | 4 hours |
| Passing Score | 75% on each section |
| National Passing | 75 correct out of 100 |
| State Passing | 39 correct out of 52 |
| Exam Fee | $121 |
4. Application and Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Exam Application | $121 |
| License Application | $170 |
| Total Initial Cost | $291 |
5. Background Check
All applicants must submit fingerprints for a criminal background check. Georgia reviews criminal history to determine fitness for licensure.
Note: Georgia uses PSI to administer exams. Testing centers are located in Atlanta, Decatur, Duluth, Fayetteville, Macon, and Savannah.
Broker License Requirements
To become a Georgia real estate broker, you must meet higher standards:
Experience Requirement
3 years of active experience as a licensed salesperson within the preceding 5 years, OR equivalent experience approved by GREC.
Education Requirements
Complete additional education beyond the salesperson requirements:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Salesperson Pre-License | 75 hours |
| Broker Pre-License Course | 60 hours |
| Total Broker Education | 135 hours |
Broker Examination
| Detail | Broker Exam |
|---|---|
| Questions | 129 multiple-choice |
| National Portion | 80 questions |
| State Portion | 49 questions |
| Time Limit | 4 hours |
| Passing Score | 75% on each section |
| Exam Fee | $121 |
Post-License Requirements
Critical for New Salespersons: Within the first year of licensure, newly licensed salespersons must complete a 25-hour Post-License course approved by GREC.
| Requirement | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| 25-hour Post-License Course | First year after license |
| Consequence of Non-Completion | License automatically lapses |
Exam Scheduling Process
- Complete 75-hour pre-license course
- Submit exam application to PSI (online at candidate.psiexams.com)
- Pay $121 exam fee
- Submit fingerprints for background check
- Schedule exam at PSI testing center
- Pass exam (75% on both sections)
- Apply for license within 12 months of passing
Important: If you don't apply for your license within 12 months of passing the exam, you must retake the exam.
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