Electrician License Requirements in Idaho
| Licensing Authority | Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses — Electrical Board (DOPL) |
| License Type | Electrical Contractor |
| Experience Required | Journeyman: 4-year apprenticeship with 8,000 hours OJT and 576 hours classroom instruction while registered as an apprentice. Master: 2 additional years as a licensed journeyman. Contractor: Must hold or employ a licensed master electrician. |
| Education Substitute | Accredited electrical engineering degree may reduce apprenticeship duration |
| Exam Required | Yes — NASCLA Journeyman Electrician Exam + NASCLA Master Electrician Exam |
| Bond Required | No |
| Insurance | General liability: required. Workers comp: required with employees |
| Continuing Education | Not required |
| Processing Time | 2-4 weeks |
Fee Breakdown
| Application Fee | $15 |
| Exam Fee | $75 |
| Initial License Fee | $55 |
| Master electrician license fee | $65 |
| Electrical contractor license fee | $125 |
| Est. Initial Total | $335 |
Renewal: $55 every 1 year
Exam Requirements
NASCLA Journeyman Electrician Exam
80 questions4 hoursPass: 70%
National Electrical CodeElectrical theorySafety practices
NASCLA Master Electrician Exam
80 questions4 hoursPass: 70%
National Electrical CodeAdvanced electrical systemsSupervision and management
Exam provider: NASCLA
License Tiers
Journeyman Electrician
4-year apprenticeship (8,000 hours OJT + 576 hours classroom)
Exam: Required
Master Electrician
2 years as a licensed journeyman
Exam: Required
Electrical Contractor
Must hold a master electrician license or employ a master
Exam: Not required
Notes
- 2024 change: NASCLA exams now required — applicants must pass the NASCLA exam before applying for licensure
- 2025 change: Continuing education is no longer required for electrical license renewal
- Exams proctored in Boise, Blackfoot, and Coeur d'Alene
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a electrician license in Idaho?
Yes, Idaho requires a statewide electrician license through the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses — Electrical Board.
How much does a electrician license cost in Idaho?
The estimated initial cost is $145, including application, exam, and license fees.
Data last verified: 2026-04-02 | Source: DOPL