The Nebraska Journeyman Electrician Guide
Nebraska licenses journeyman electricians statewide through the State Electrical Board (State Electrical Division, Lincoln). Qualify with 8,000 hours over four years, then pass the PSI 80-question exam at 75%, open book on the 2023 NEC.
What Is the Nebraska Journeyman License?
The Nebraska journeyman electrician license is issued by the State Electrical Board and administered by the State Electrical Division. It is valid statewide and authorizes electrical work under the supervision of a licensed electrical contractor. Nebraska has tested on the NEC 2023 since August 1, 2024.
The Requirements
- 8,000 hours (4 years) of documented electrical experience under a licensed electrician.
- State Electrical Board approval before scheduling the examination.
- Pass the PSI exam — 80 scored questions at 75%.
Exam Format: 80 Questions, 4 Hours, Open Book
The exam has 80 scored multiple-choice questions (plus 8 unscored pretest items) with a 4-hour (240-minute) time limit. You need 75% correct on the scored items to pass. It is open book — the 2023 NEC (or 2020, still accepted) is the primary reference.
| Exam | Questions | Time | Passing Score | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Journeyman Electrician (PSI) | 80 scored (+8 pretest) | 4 hours | 75% | NEC 2023/2020 + Ugly’s |
What the Exam Covers
The official PSI bulletin gives the exact subject breakdown of the 80 scored questions:
- Wiring and Protection — 20 questions. The heaviest area: grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, and Chapter 2 protection rules.
- Wiring Methods and Materials — 15 questions. Raceways, cables, boxes, and wiring method rules.
- Equipment for General Use — 15 questions. Receptacles, switches, motors, and general-use equipment.
- General Electrical Knowledge — 10 questions. Theory, definitions, and basic principles.
- Special Occupancies — 10 questions. Hazardous locations and special-use buildings.
- Special Equipment — 5 questions. Signs, photovoltaic systems, and other special equipment.
- Special Conditions — 5 questions. Emergency systems, fire alarm, and communications.
How to Prepare
- Weight by the blueprint. Wiring and Protection (20) + Wiring Methods (15) is 44% of the exam.
- Master grounding and bonding. It anchors the largest subject area and appears throughout code questions.
- Practice lookup speed. With 80 scored questions in 4 hours you have 3 minutes each — open-book navigation is the difference.
- Simulate under exam conditions. Full-length timed runs of 80 questions build the pacing and stamina the real exam rewards.
Ready to Start?
Journeyman Practice covers the Nebraska journeyman exam with code-referenced questions across all seven subject areas, plus timed 80-question simulations in the real PSI open-book format. Start with free NEC practice questions to see the format.
FAQ
Does Nebraska have a statewide journeyman electrician license?
Yes. The Nebraska State Electrical Board (State Electrical Division, Lincoln) licenses journeyman electricians statewide. The licensing program is administered by the State Electrical Division at electrical.nebraska.gov.
Who administers the Nebraska journeyman exam?
PSI administers the Nebraska journeyman electrician exam (test-takers.psiexams.com/neel). Nebraska moved from ICC to PSI on October 1, 2023.
What is the format of the Nebraska journeyman exam?
The exam has 80 scored multiple-choice questions plus 8 unscored pretest items, with 4 hours (240 minutes) allowed. You need 75% correct on the 80 scored items to pass. The current PSI bulletin is dated March 11, 2025.
What does the Nebraska journeyman exam cover?
Per the official PSI bulletin, the 80 scored items break down as: Wiring and Protection 20, Wiring Methods and Materials 15, Equipment for General Use 15, General Electrical Knowledge 10, Special Occupancies 10, Special Equipment 5, and Special Conditions 5.
What experience do I need for the Nebraska journeyman license?
You must complete at least 4 years (8,000 hours) of electrical experience under a licensed electrician, with the State Electrical Board approving your application before you can test.
What reference materials are allowed?
The exam is open book. Allowed references are the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (2020 or 2023 edition), the NFPA 70 NEC Handbook (2020 or 2023), and Ugly's Electrical References (any edition). You bring your own references to the PSI test center.
Is Nebraska moving to the NEC 2026?
LB 726, which would adopt the NEC 2026, was indefinitely postponed on April 17, 2026. Nebraska exams continue on the NEC 2023 (used since August 1, 2024), so always confirm the current bulletin before scheduling.
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