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Connecticut Electrical License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Connecticut has 3 Electrical license classes. Most renew every year. Renewal fees are about $120 to $150, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. Continuing education is 4 hours. The details for each class are below.

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

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Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry)

C-5, C-7, L-1, L-5, T-1, PV-1 · State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 860-713-6100
Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
4 hours
Show CE rules4 credit hours per year (not required before the first renewal); all CE must be completed by June 30 each year (3 months before the Sept 30 renewal); courses must be approved by the CT Electrical Board; holder attests completion at renewal and keeps certificates 4 years for audit; failure can bring civil fines/suspension; hardship waiver possible.
Deadline rule
All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
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Grace period
DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $150
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Reinstatement (lapsed >90 days): file reinstatement form + fee within 3 years of expiration (DCP trade-license pages; CGS 21a-4(e)); applicant attests no work in CT while lapsed, pays current year's renewal fee and completes CE required for the preceding year and the year of reinstatement; if worked while lapsed, pays all license and late fees owed for the lapsed period. After 3 years must reapply and retest. (CGS 20-335 text mentions 2 years; DCP pages and 21a-4 say 3 years.)

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Connecticut does not have reciprocal agreements with any other jurisdiction (DCP); applicants with an equivalent out-of-state license may apply via the 'equivalent out of state license' path and still take the exam.
Notes

Licenses are issued to individuals only (company applications not accepted); renewal notices emailed ~30-45 days before expiration; online renewal via DCP eLicense (User ID/password or Fast Track PIN). Renewal fee ($150 contractor / $120 journeyperson) confirmed in both DCP page and CGS 20-335. No bond or insurance requirement found for the trade license. DCP phone 860-713-6100; licensing email [email protected]. Limited scopes: low-voltage/alarm (C-5, L-5), signs (C-7), lines (L-1), telephone interconnect (T-1), solar electric (PV-1). Journeyperson counterparts (C-6, C-8, L-2, L-6, T-2, PV-2) renew at $120. CE applicability to every limited class is assumed from the Electrician CE page but not separately confirmed.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Unlimited Electrical Contractor

E-1 · State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 860-713-6100
Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
4 hours
Show CE rules4 credit hours per year (not required before the first renewal); all CE must be completed by June 30 each year (3 months before the Sept 30 renewal); courses must be approved by the CT Electrical Board; holder attests completion at renewal and keeps certificates 4 years for audit; failure can bring civil fines/suspension; hardship waiver possible.
Deadline rule
All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $150
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Reinstatement (lapsed >90 days): file reinstatement form + fee within 3 years of expiration (DCP trade-license pages; CGS 21a-4(e)); applicant attests no work in CT while lapsed, pays current year's renewal fee and completes CE required for the preceding year and the year of reinstatement; if worked while lapsed, pays all license and late fees owed for the lapsed period. After 3 years must reapply and retest. (CGS 20-335 text mentions 2 years; DCP pages and 21a-4 say 3 years.)

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Connecticut does not have reciprocal agreements with any other jurisdiction (DCP); applicants with an equivalent out-of-state license may apply via the 'equivalent out of state license' path and still take the exam.
Notes

Licenses are issued to individuals only (company applications not accepted); renewal notices emailed ~30-45 days before expiration; online renewal via DCP eLicense (User ID/password or Fast Track PIN). Renewal fee ($150 contractor / $120 journeyperson) confirmed in both DCP page and CGS 20-335. No bond or insurance requirement found for the trade license. DCP phone 860-713-6100; licensing email [email protected].

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (7)

Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson

E-2 · State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 860-713-6100
Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
4 hours
Show CE rules4 credit hours per year (not required before the first renewal); all CE must be completed by June 30 each year (3 months before the Sept 30 renewal); courses must be approved by the CT Electrical Board; holder attests completion at renewal and keeps certificates 4 years for audit; failure can bring civil fines/suspension; hardship waiver possible.
Deadline rule
All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $120
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $12 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Reinstatement (lapsed >90 days): file reinstatement form + fee within 3 years of expiration (DCP trade-license pages; CGS 21a-4(e)); applicant attests no work in CT while lapsed, pays current year's renewal fee and completes CE required for the preceding year and the year of reinstatement; if worked while lapsed, pays all license and late fees owed for the lapsed period. After 3 years must reapply and retest. (CGS 20-335 text mentions 2 years; DCP pages and 21a-4 say 3 years.)

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Connecticut does not have reciprocal agreements with any other jurisdiction (DCP); applicants with an equivalent out-of-state license may apply via the 'equivalent out of state license' path and still take the exam.
Notes

Licenses are issued to individuals only (company applications not accepted); renewal notices emailed ~30-45 days before expiration; online renewal via DCP eLicense (User ID/password or Fast Track PIN). Renewal fee ($150 contractor / $120 journeyperson) confirmed in both DCP page and CGS 20-335. No bond or insurance requirement found for the trade license. DCP phone 860-713-6100; licensing email [email protected]. Journeyperson may work only in the employ of a licensed electrical contractor.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Connecticut Electrical continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry) deadline: All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
  2. 2Complete 4 continuing education hours before renewing. 4 credit hours per year (not required before the first renewal); all CE must be completed by June 30 each year (3 months before the Sept 30 renewal); courses must be approved by the CT Electrical Board; holder attests completion at renewal and keeps certificates 4 years for audit; failure can bring civil fines/suspension; hardship waiver possible.
  3. 3Renew online at https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $150, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
  6. 6Check your Unlimited Electrical Contractor deadline: All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
  7. 7Check your Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson deadline: All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30.
  8. 8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $120, but fees change.
  9. 9If you miss the deadline: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $12 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.

Connecticut Electrical renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Connecticut electrical license expire?

Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry): renews every year. All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30. Unlimited Electrical Contractor: renews every year. All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30. Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson: renews every year. All electrical licenses expire annually on September 30. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Connecticut electrical license need?

Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry): 4 hours per renewal. Unlimited Electrical Contractor: 4 hours per renewal. Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson: 4 hours per renewal. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Connecticut electrical license?

DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Connecticut electrical license?

Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry): About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Connecticut electrical license expires?

Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Connecticut accept electrical licenses from other states?

Connecticut does not have reciprocal agreements with any other jurisdiction (DCP); applicants with an equivalent out-of-state license may apply via the 'equivalent out of state license' path and still take the exam. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

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Spot something out of date?

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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