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Kentucky Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your electrical contractor license in Kentucky. Last updated 2025-01-01. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$150
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name Electrical Contractor License
Issuing Authority Kentucky Board of Electrical Examiners
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam (NEC-based)
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $150
Renewal Fee $75
Renewal Period Biennial
CE Required yes
CE Hours 8
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 4
Financial Requirement None
Note: Kentucky requires an Electrical Contractor License from the Board of Electrical Examiners. Must be a licensed Master Electrician (4 years). $5,000 bond required. 8 CE hours per biennial renewal.

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