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Texas Electrical Contractor License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$70
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name Electrical Contractor License
Issuing Authority Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Master Electrician Exam (NEC-based)
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $300,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $70
Renewal Fee $60
Renewal Period Annual
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 4
Financial Requirement None
Note: Texas requires an Electrical Contractor (EC) license from TDLR. Must have a licensed Master Electrician on staff (4 years / 8,000 hours + exam). $5,000 bond required. Annual renewal.

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