NYC DOB LICENSED MASTER ELECTRICIAN EXAM | BASED ON NYC ELECTRICAL CODE (NYCEC), NEC, NYC ADMINISTRATIVE CODE & DOB REGULATIONS 2026/2027 COMPLETE (150) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.

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NYC DOB LICENSED MASTER ELECTRICIAN EXAM | BASED
ON NYC ELECTRICAL CODE (NYCEC), NEC, NYC
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE & DOB REGULATIONS 2026/2027
COMPLETE (150) CURRENT TESTING QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS WITH DETAILED RATIONALES.
ELECTRICIAN
Prepare effectively for the NYC DOB Licensed Master Electrician Exam Practice with
this focused study resource. It supports review of electrical systems, installation
requirements, safety practices, electrical codes, inspections, and applicable NYC
DOB regulations. Use the material to reinforce your technical knowledge, review key
topics, and identify areas that may require additional study. This resource is suited for
electricians, electrical contractors, and candidates preparing for the NYC DOB
Licensed Master Electrician examination.



MULTIPLE CHOICE.
SECTION 1: LICENSING REQUIREMENTS & ELIGIBILITY (Questions 1–20)
Question 1:
What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a Master Electrician license
in New York City?
A) 18 years old
B) 21 years old
C) 25 years old
D) 30 years old
Answer: B
Rationale: NYC DOB requires Master Electrician applicants to be at least
twenty-one (21) years old.


Question 2:
How many years of work experience are required to qualify for the NYC Master
Electrician license?

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A) 5 years
B) 7 years
C) 7.5 years
D) 10 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must have at least seven and a half (7.5) years of work
experience, with a minimum of 10,500 hours working with tools on electrical
installations.


Question 3:
Under NYC Administrative Code §28-401.20.1, how many years of experience
must be obtained within New York City?
A) 6 months
B) 1 year
C) 2 years
D) 3 years
Answer: C
Rationale: At least two (2) of the required experience years must have been
obtained in New York City.


Question 4:
What is the minimum passing score for the NYC Master Electrician written
examination?
A) 60%
B) 65%
C) 70%
D) 75%
Answer: C
Rationale: The passing score for the written examination is 70%.

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Question 5:
What is the current written examination fee for the Master Electrician license?
A) $350
B) $525
C) $585
D) $650
Answer: C
Rationale: The written exam application fee (LIC41) for Master and Special
Electrician licenses is $585.


Question 6:
What is the current practical examination fee for the Master Electrician
license?
A) $350
B) $530
C) $585
D) $650
Answer: B
Rationale: The practical exam application fee (LIC42) is $530.


Question 7:
What is the term length for a Master Electrician license issued by NYC DOB?
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
Answer: C
Rationale: The term of a master electrician license is three (3) years.

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Question 8:
Which NYC DOB form is used to apply for the written examination?
A) LIC40
B) LIC41
C) LIC42
D) LIC38
Answer: B
Rationale: LIC41 is the Written Exam Application form used to apply for the
written exam for Master and Special Electrician licenses.


Question 9:
What is required before a Master Electrician applicant can submit their
license application?
A) Submit proof of insurance only
B) Pass both the written and practical examinations and undergo a
background investigation
C) Complete a 40-hour OSHA course
D) Obtain a business certificate
Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must pass both the written and practical
Master/Special Electrician Exam and undergo a background investigation
before receiving a license.


Question 10:
Which NYC agency administers the Master Electrician licensing exam?
A) NYC Department of Consumer Affairs
B) NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)
C) NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS)
D) New York State Department of Labor