Mississippi master electrician exam: frequently asked questions

Yes. The Mississippi Master Electrician exam is an open book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved references to the examination center.

The MSBOC Master Electrician state-specific exam contains 80 questions.

The MSBOC Master Electrician state-specific exam allows 3 hours for completion.

The passing score for the MSBOC Master Electrician state-specific exam is 70%.

The NASCLA Electrical Contractor/Master Electrician examination accepted through participating state agencies is an open book electrical trade examination. Candidates should follow the current exam bulletin and testing authority rules for references, tabs, notes, and materials allowed in the exam room.

Mississippi contractor examinations are administered through PSI for the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. The Board determines examination eligibility before candidates schedule through PSI.

Mississippi does not issue one statewide individual master electrician license in the same way some states do. Individual journeyman and master electrician credentials are generally handled by local cities or counties.

Electrical contractor licensing is handled through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Contractor applicants follow the Board’s application, classification, testing, and licensing requirements.

That depends on where the work is performed and the type, value, and scope of the project. Individual electrician credentials are generally local, while contractor licensing is handled through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors when the Board’s requirements apply.

Yes. The Mississippi State Board of Contractors regulates state contractor licensing, including electrical contractor work that falls under state licensing requirements.

Mississippi is listed by NASCLA as a participating state agency for the Electrical Contractor/Master Electrician examination program through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors.

Mississippi individual journeyman and master electrician credentials are commonly handled at the local level. State contractor licensing is handled through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors for covered residential and commercial contracting work.

Yes. Candidates should confirm the required license classification, local jurisdiction rules, state contractor requirements, application process, code edition, reference rules, and post-exam licensing steps before scheduling or taking an exam.

The approved references include the National Electrical Code, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 or the PSI selections version, and Ugly’s Electrical References by George V. Hart.

Yes. The 2026 NEC is useful for updated code-cycle study, NEC navigation practice, and long-term electrical knowledge. Candidates should also use the NEC edition required by their actual exam authority for test day.

NEC tabs help candidates locate major articles, chapters, tables, and subject areas faster during study. This supports stronger code-navigation practice and helps candidates become more comfortable using the NEC as a reference.

Calculation practice is important because electrical exams can include load calculations, conductor sizing, service and feeder work, box fill, raceway fill, motor calculations, transformer calculations, and other math-based topics. A dedicated calculations study guide helps candidates practice these skills consistently.

Tabs help organize the code book and make major sections easier to locate during study. They are most useful when paired with practice questions, repeated code lookup, and careful reading of NEC rules, tables, notes, and exceptions.

Exam-room reference rules are controlled by the specific exam authority. Candidates should review the official candidate bulletin before test day to confirm which books and materials are permitted.

Yes. Mississippi requires the Law and Business Management exam for all contractor applicants. A trade exam may also be required based on the license classification being requested.

Yes. Local jurisdictions may have their own master electrician, permit, registration, inspection, or licensing requirements. Candidates should review the rules for the city, county, or municipality where they plan to work.

No. Local individual credentials and state contractor licensing are separate considerations. Candidates who plan to contract for electrical work should review Mississippi State Board of Contractors requirements and any local requirements that apply.