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Massachusetts Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your electrical contractor license in Massachusetts. 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 (Class A/B/C)
Issuing Authority Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam
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: Massachusetts requires a licensed Master Electrician (Class A, B, or C) to operate as an electrical contractor. 4 years experience + exam. $5,000 bond required. 8 CE hours per biennial renewal.

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