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How to become a licensed electrician in Oklahoma. State-level licensing required. Apprenticeship: 8,000 hours. Total initial fees: $167. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
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State Licensed?
Apprentice Hours
2 levels
License Levels
Total Initial Fees
CE Hours
NEC Version
Regulation Status
VerifiedState Licensed
Yes
Regulation Level
state
License Types
Notes
Oklahoma uses a state-level licensing system administered by the Construction Industries Board (CIB). The state distinguishes between Residential and Unlimited Journeyman licenses, and between Residential, Unlimited, and Limited Contractor licenses. There is no traditional 'Master Electrician' license; the Unlimited Electrical Contractor is the highest tier. Effective January 1, 2026, HB 3215 introduced new CE requirements for apprentices.
State-Level Licensing Required
Regulated by the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board (CIB)
Official Title
Registered Apprentice Electrician
Experience Required
No prior experience required. Must register with CIB. Requires high school diploma or GED.
Exam Required
No
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Unlimited Electrical Journeyman
Experience Required
8,000 hours of on-the-job experience in electrical construction while employed by an electrical contractor. 4,000 hours must be in commercial or industrial. 2,000 hours may be satisfied by formal electrical education. Residential Journeyman requires only 4,000 hours (or 3,000 hours + 1,000 hours formal education).
Exam Required
Yes
Additional Requirements
Apprenticeship
Hours Breakdown
8,000
Total Hours
4
Years
8,000
On-the-Job
DOL Registered Apprenticeship
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Journeyman Exam
Not Required
Master Exam
Exam Provider
PSI Services. Contact: 800-733-9267 or https://candidate.psiexams.com/
NEC Version
2023 NEC (NFPA 70), effective September 14, 2024. All exams reference 2023 NEC as of December 14, 2024.
Open Book
Yes
Journeyman Exam Details
100
Questions
240 min
Time Limit
70%
Passing Score
Retake Policy
Specific retake policy determined by CIB/PSI. Exam fee of $92 applies per attempt.
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Insurance Required
Bonding Required
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Apprentice Registration Fee Registration fee for apprentice | |
Journeyman License Fee Journeyman license fee. PSI exam fee of $92 is separate. | |
Exam Fee PSI exam fee per attempt | |
Renewal Fee Journeyman annual renewal: $75/year. Contractor annual renewal: $200/year. | |
Total Initial Fees Journeyman: $75 license fee + $92 PSI exam fee = $167. Contractor: $200-$330 license + $92 exam = $292-$422. |
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified1 year
Renewal Period
12 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$75
Journeyman annual renewal: $75/year. Contractor: $200/year. License expires on last day of licensee's birth month.
Regulatory Board
Electrician licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering NEC code updates, safety practices, and applicable state/local amendments.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
Full reciprocity
Transfer Details
Reciprocal states: Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Texas, and Utah. Must have current license in good standing for at least 1 year and be current in CEU requirements. State must have a written reciprocity agreement with Oklahoma.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Electrician license reciprocity varies significantly by state. Some states offer endorsement for experienced electricians, while others require passing the state exam regardless of prior credentials.
Oklahoma lacks a traditional 'Master Electrician' license; instead it uses Residential, Unlimited, and Limited Electrical Contractor tiers. The Limited Electrical Contractor uniquely requires either an electrical engineering degree plus 8,000 hours or a massive 16,000 hours of experience. Annual renewal is tied to the licensee's birth month rather than a fixed date. CE is tracked on a 3-year cycle despite annual renewal. HB 3215 introduced new apprentice CE requirements starting January 2026.
Oklahoma does not have a traditional 'Master Electrician' license. The Unlimited Electrical Contractor is the highest tier, requiring 12,000 total hours of experience.
The state distinguishes between Residential Journeyman (4,000 hours, limited to 1-2 family dwellings) and Unlimited Journeyman (8,000 hours, all electrical work).
Limited Electrical Contractor requires either an EE degree + 8,000 hours or 16,000 hours of experience.
Contractor exam has two parts: business law (50 questions, 2 hours) and trade (100 questions, 4 hours).
License renewal is annual, expiring on the last day of the licensee's birth month.
CE requirements: 12 hours per 3 years for journeyman/contractor (6 hours Code Update + 6 hours Other).
Effective January 1, 2026 (HB 3215): Apprentices must complete 3 hours of CE annually.
The 2023 NEC was adopted effective September 14, 2024. 90-day grace period ended December 13, 2024; all exams now reference 2023 NEC.
Contractors must maintain $5,000 Corporate Surety Bond payable to CIB, $50,000 commercial general liability insurance, and workers' compensation.
Oklahoma Statutes 19-863.31 list lower statutory exam fees ($10-$20) but CIB administrative fees in practice are higher ($75-$200+).
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Oklahoma.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#35 of 51
Cost
#11 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Electricians (SOC 47-2111)
Entry Level
$47,640
25th percentile
Median
$60,050
-4% vs. national avg ($62,350)Experienced
$75,200
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
8,550 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Electricians (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+7.1%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+60,000
over 10 years
Annual Openings
68,500
per year (avg.)
839,600 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Electrician (Journeyman)
$60,050
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
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Electrician (Journeyman)
Apprenticeship (4-5 years) + journeyman exam
$60,050
Master electrician license + contractor license
$71,090
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 212–224 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Oklahoma Construction Industries Board — Licensing Requirements
2–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Oklahoma Construction Industries Board — Licensing Requirements
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Official CIB electrical page
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Contractor license requirements
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Official CIB/PSI exam bulletin
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CE requirements
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NEC adoption announcement
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Legislative changes effective January 2026
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Statutory fee schedule
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Oklahoma requires state-level licensing. An apprenticeship of 8,000 hours is required. All licensing is managed through the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board (CIB).
Requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.