Northeast · Real Estate License
Connecticut
Salesperson License Requirements
Governing Authority
CT DCP
Connecticut Real Estate Commission, Department of Consumer Protection
Official website →60
Pre-Licensing Hours
classroom or online
$749
Est. Total Cost
fees only (excl. education)
5–21 weeks
Timeline
start to license
2 years
Renewal Cycle
12 CE hours required
Step-by-Step Licensing Process
Complete 60-Hour Pre-Licensing Course
Take an approved Real Estate Principles and Practices course (in-person or live-online only).
Estimated time: 2–12 weeks
Submit Application to DCP
Submit via paper or online at elicense.ct.gov with $80 application fee and course completion certificate.
Estimated time: Days to weeks for approval
Schedule and Pass the PSI Exam
Register at psiexams.com after DCP eligibility approval. Pay $59 exam fee. Pass both National (56/80 = 70%) and State (21/30 = 70%) sections.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Find a Sponsoring Broker
Secure a CT-licensed broker for supervision.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Activate License
Pay $590 activation fee through DCP. Broker supervision confirmed. Have 2 years from exam passing to activate.
Estimated time: Variable processing
Pre-Licensing Education
Hours Required
Verified60 hours of Real Estate Principles and Practices. Per PA 23-84, pre-licensing must be in-person or live-online only — asynchronous/self-paced is NOT permitted.
Required Topics / Courses
- Real Estate Principles and Practices (60 hrs — property law, ownership, contracts, agency, financing, closings, appraisal, fair housing, CT-specific law)
Provider type: DCP-registered schools (in-person and live-online only; no self-paced for pre-licensing)
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Licensing Exam
Exam Provider
PSI Services
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at PSI test centers or via online remote proctoring (available since May 13, 2025).
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 120 min | 70% |
| State (Connecticut) | 30 | 45 min | 70% |
| Total | 110 | 165 min | — |
Retake policy: Unlimited retakes within 1-year eligibility window. Must pass both sections within 1 year. Can retake only the failed section. 24-hour wait between attempts. $51 per retake.
5–10 unscored experimental questions per section. Test centers: West Hartford, Milford. Online proctored testing available since May 2025. Must receive DCP eligibility approval before scheduling. 2 years from passing to activate license.
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Practice tests and study tools to help you pass the Connecticut real estate licensing exam on your first attempt.
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Fee Breakdown
| Fee | Amount | Paid To | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $80.00 | CT DCP | |
| Exam Fee (initial) Note: CT.gov official page states $59. Third-party sources cite $65. Deferring to CT.gov as authoritative. (Alt: $65 per StateRequirement, RealEstateBees) | $59.00 | PSI Services | |
| License Activation Fee Note: CT.gov application page states $590. Statutory text references $570. The $590 may include the $20 Guaranty Fund contribution. Pre-2024 sources cite $285 (annual), which was the pre-biennial structure. (Alt: $570 per CGS 20-314 (statutory text, as amended by PA 23-84)) | $590.00 | CT DCP | |
| Guaranty Fund (one-time) | $20.00 | CT DCP | |
| Estimated Total | $749.00 | Excludes education costs |
Requirements
Minimum Age
18 years old
Education
Not specified on CT.gov
CT.gov does not list high school diploma/GED as a requirement. Some third-party sources cite it. Contact DCP for confirmation.
Residency
Not required
Non-residents may obtain a Connecticut license.
Citizenship
US citizen, permanent resident, or work-authorized
Background Check
Not required (self-disclosure)
Connecticut does NOT require fingerprinting or formal background check. Application includes criminal history disclosure question; Commission may investigate.
Sponsoring Broker
Required to activate
Must secure a CT-licensed broker to activate the license. Not required to take the exam.
Reciprocity
Connecticut has reciprocity agreements
Type: Conditional Reciprocity
Reciprocal States (12)
Alabama
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in AL.
Colorado
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in CO.
Florida
Must pass CT state exam.
Georgia
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in GA.
Illinois
Must pass CT state exam.
Indiana
Must pass CT state exam.
Massachusetts
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in MA.
Mississippi
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in MS.
Nebraska
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in NE.
Ohio
Must pass CT state exam.
Oklahoma
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in OK.
Rhode Island
No CT state exam required if applicant passed a licensing exam in RI.
New York TERMINATED its reciprocal agreement with CT — NY applicants must now use the Non-Reciprocity pathway. All reciprocal applicants must provide certification of license history from the reciprocal state and all states where ever licensed.
Renewal & Continuing Education
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education Hours
12 hours per renewal cycle
Renewal Fee
$578.00
First Renewal Notes
Licensees who passed a CT licensing exam between March 1, 2024 – February 28, 2026 owe NO CE for the current cycle. Those reinstating or receiving reciprocity licenses on/after January 1, 2026 are also exempt.
Deadlines
May 31 of even-numbered years. CE completion deadline: February 28 (90 days before expiration). Current cycle: March 1, 2024 – February 28, 2026.
Late CE penalties formalized by PA 23-84: $315 within 2 months, $625 for 2–4 months late. Inactive salespersons are NOT eligible to renew — must have sponsoring broker first.
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Connecticut requires 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years. These providers offer approved CE courses online.
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Recent Changes
PA 23-84: Major overhaul — biennial licensing (from annual), new 'Associate Broker' classification, pre-licensing restricted to in-person/live-online only, fair housing disclosure expanded to all residential property, broker subagency prohibited, late CE penalties formalized.
Effective: 2024-04-01 · Affects: license_title, pre_licensing_education, renewal, requirements, fees
PSI now offers online-proctored exam option in addition to in-person test centers.
Effective: 2025-05-13 · Affects: exam
PA 25-168 (HB 7287): Real estate wholesaler registration required. 3-day cancellation right for sellers, 90-day closing deadline, disclosure requirements.
Effective: 2026-07-01 · Affects: requirements
Sources
https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/license-services-division/all-license-applications/real-estate-salesperson---initialexam
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
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https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/occupational-and-professional-division/occupational-boards/connecticut-real-estate-commission
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
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https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/real-estate/pa-23-84-changes
Updated: Apr 1, 2024
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
Effective April 1, 2024
https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/occupational-and-professional-division/occupational--profess/license-reciprocity-for-real-estate-salesperson-and-broker-licensing
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
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https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/continuing-education/real-estate-salesperson---continuing-education
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
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https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/license-services-division/all-license-applications/real-estate-broker-and-salesperson-renewal
Accessed: Feb 23, 2026
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