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Nebraska electrician license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

Journeyman Electrician

RenewalEvery 2 years. All licenses expire December 31 of even-numbered years (next: December 31, 2026). Regular renewal October 1 to November 30; late renewal December 1 to 31; no grace period. If you miss it you must retest. $37.50 per year of the 2-year period.Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of · Fees: electrical.nebraska.gov
CE hours & topics12 hours per 2-year cycle
  • National Electrical Code (at least 6 hours)
Only 6 hours are needed if you held the license for 1 year of the cycle. The rest can cover circuit theory, blueprint reading, motors, controls and other board-approved electrical topics.
Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of · Partial-cycle rule: electrical.nebraska.gov
Fees
  • Application: $90
  • License issued in an even-numbered year: $37.50
  • License issued in an odd-numbered year: $75
Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of

Electrical Contractor

RenewalEvery 2 years. Same December 31 even-year expiration; $187.50 per year of the 2-year period.Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of
CE hours & topics12 hours per 2-year cycle
  • National Electrical Code (at least 6 hours)
Same rule as the journeyman license.
Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application: $180
  • License issued in an even-numbered year: $187.50
  • License issued in an odd-numbered year: $375
Source: electrical.nebraska.gov · as of

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FAQ

When do Nebraska electrical licenses expire?

December 31 of even-numbered years; the next deadline is December 31, 2026, with no grace period.

How many CE hours does a Nebraska electrician need?

You need 12 hours per 2-year cycle, at least 6 on the NEC, or 6 hours if you held the license for 1 year.

What happens if you miss the Nebraska renewal?

You must apply to retake the exam.

Not licensed yet? See how to get an electrician license in Nebraska.

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