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General Contractor
Total cost: $400
No
License Required?
4 years
Experience Required
Yes
Bonding Required?
$400
Total Initial Fees
1 year
Renewal Period
0 hrs
CE Hours
Oklahoma Does Not Require a State-Level General Contractor License
While no state license is required, local jurisdictions may have their own licensing, bonding, or registration requirements. Oklahoma does NOT license general contractors at the state level. The Construction Industries Board (CIB) regulates 4 specific trades only: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Roofing. General contracting is unregulated at the state level. Local jurisdictions may require additional permits. HB 3215 (2025) may bring changes to roofing registration requirements.
Description
Residential contractor license for Oklahoma. Covers construction, remodeling, and repair of residential properties.
Project Limit
License required for projects over $50,000
Additional Requirements
Description
Commercial contractor license for Oklahoma. Covers construction of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
Project Limit
License required for projects over $50,000
Additional Requirements
Description
Specialty contractor license for Oklahoma. Covers specialized trades and construction activities. Categories: Building, Residential, Highway, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing.
Additional Requirements
Experience & Documentation
Verified4
Years Required
Required
Documented Project History
Journeyman/Trade Experience
Minimum 4 years of documented experience in the construction trade
Alternative Pathways (Education Substitutions)
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Trade Exam
Required
Business & Law Exam
Exam Provider
PSI
Passing Score
Varies by trade: Electrical 75%, Plumbing 75%, Mechanical 70%, Roofing 70%%
Open Book
Yes
Trade Exam Details
No state GC exam. CIB administers trade exams with varying passing scores: Electrical 75%, Plumbing 75%, Mechanical 70%, Roofing 70%. Roofing uses a 'registration' exam, not a full license exam.
Business & Law Exam Details
Business and law examination covering contract law, lien law, and business management
Retake Policy
Candidates may retake the exam after a waiting period. Contact the board for specific retake policies.
Overall licensing difficulty: 12/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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Passing Score
Varies by trade: Electrical 75%, Plumbing 75%, Mechanical 70%, Roofing 70%%
Administered By
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Bonding Requirements
VerifiedSurety Bond Required
$5,000
Surety Bond Amount
Bond Types
Surety bonds protect consumers by providing financial recourse if a contractor fails to complete a project or violates licensing regulations. Bond costs are typically 1-3% of the bond amount annually.
Insurance & Workers' Comp
VerifiedRequired
General Liability
Required
Workers' Compensation
Minimum Coverage
General liability insurance required per state regulations
Additional Insurance Requirements
Workers' Comp Threshold
Required for employers with 1 or more employees
Workers' Comp Details
Oklahoma requires workers' compensation insurance for employers with 1 or more employees. Sole proprietors may be exempt but coverage is recommended.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $100 |
Exam Fee Per exam attempt | $100 |
License Fee | $200 |
Renewal Fee Per 1 year | $200 |
Total Initial Fees Approximate total of application, exam, and license fees | $400 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified1 year
Renewal Period
0 hrs
CE Hours Required
Renewal Fee
$200
Regulatory Board
Contractor licenses must be renewed on schedule. Many states require continuing education covering building codes, safety practices, business law, and energy efficiency standards.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
ICC Certification Not Accepted
Reciprocity Type
Electrical trade reciprocity with 9 states
Transfer Details
Oklahoma CIB offers electrical license reciprocity with 9 states. Other trades (Plumbing, Mechanical, Roofing) do not have reciprocity agreements. No GC reciprocity as OK does not license GCs.
General contractor license reciprocity varies significantly by state. Some states recognize ICC certifications, while others require passing the state exam regardless of prior credentials. Always verify current policies with the state licensing board.
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Oklahoma does NOT license general contractors — CIB regulates 4 trades only (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Roofing). Passing scores differ by trade (75% for Electrical/Plumbing, 70% for Mechanical/Roofing). Roofing is 'registration' not 'license.' Bond is $5,000.
CRITICAL: Oklahoma does NOT license general contractors at the state level. CIB regulates 4 trades only.
CIB trades: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Roofing. Passing scores differ: Electrical 75%, Plumbing 75%, Mechanical 70%, Roofing 70%.
Roofing is a 'registration' not a 'license' — distinction matters for scope of work.
HB 3215 (2025) may change roofing registration requirements.
Electrical license has reciprocity with 9 states.
Surety bond is $5,000 (not $10,000 as previously shown).
Workers' compensation required for all employers in OK.
Lien Law Basics
Preliminary Notice: Required
Lien Deadline: 90 days after completion
Oklahoma construction lien law: Preliminary notice is required to preserve lien rights. Lien filing deadline: 90 days after completion.
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Official Sources
General Contractor requirements in Oklahoma verified against Oklahoma Construction Industries Board, March 2026.
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