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Minnesota contractor examWho gives it, fees, retakes

Minnesota's contractor license needs a passing exam score.

What is on the Minnesota contractor exam?

The exam
Yes. The company's qualifying person must pass the residential exam, 110 multiple-choice questions with a 70% passing score.1
Retakes
A failed exam can be retaken after 30 days with a new application and fee.1

Exam fee: check with Dept of Labor and Industry (DLI).

Journeyman and master exams in Minnesota

Electrician

Who gives it
Written exam developed and administered by the Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)2
Hours and license steps

Plumber

Who gives it
Written exam developed and administered by the Department of Labor and Industry (DLI)3
Hours and license steps

How do you book the exam?

Apply to the DLI first. The board approves your application, then tells you how to schedule with the testing company. Dept of Labor and Industry (DLI)

Sources

  1. Dept of Labor and Industry (DLI): exam (dli.mn.gov, 2026-10-27)
  2. Minnesota electrician license: exam (revisor.mn.gov, 2026-10-27)
  3. Minnesota plumber license: exam (revisor.mn.gov, 2026-10-27)