Electrician License Requirements in North Dakota
Last reviewed July 2026
To work as a licensed electrician in North Dakota, you'll apply through the licensing authority, meet an experience requirement, and pass a licensing exam based on the National Electrical Code. Here's how it breaks down.
Licensing authority
North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB)
Website: https://www.ndseb.com/
License types & experience
| License | Experience required | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Journeyman Electrician Journeyman |
8,000 hours (not less than 3 years) as a registered apprentice; 2,000 hours credit for a 2-year electrical school | 70% to pass (NEC + ND laws/rules) |
| Master Electrician Master |
1 year (2,000 hours) as a licensed journeyman under a master | 70% to pass |
| Class B Electrician Farmstead / 1–2 family dwellings |
3,000 hours in that specific area | 70% to pass |
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⚠ Licensing requirements and fees change. This page is a summary, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements directly with North Dakota State Electrical Board (NDSEB) before applying.