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New Jersey Real Estate License Exam Preparation

Prepare for success on the New Jersey Real Estate Salesperson Exam with our comprehensive study platform. The New Jersey exam is a single combined test of 110 questions administered by PSI for the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC). Master New Jersey-specific laws, regulations, and real estate practices essential for your license.

New Jersey Real Estate Exam: Key Facts

Number of Questions
110 questions (single combined exam), 4 hours
Passing Score
70% - 77 of 110 correct
Exam Provider
PSI
Pre-Licensing Education
75 hours
Exam Fee
$45
Application
$160
Retake Policy
No waiting period beyond results processing - fail on Wednesday and you can retest as soon as Friday, subject to space. $45 per attempt, with no stated cap on attempts within your eligibility year.
Total Cost Estimate
About $271 in required fees ($45 exam + $160 license/application/Guaranty Fund + $66.05 fingerprinting) plus the 75-hour pre-license course, which varies by school

Last updated: July 14, 2026

New Jersey Exam Details

Number of Questions
110 questions (single combined exam), 4 hours
Passing Score
70% - 77 of 110 correct
Exam Type
State Specific

Key Topics Covered:

New Jersey License Law
NJREC Regulations
Property Law
Contracts
Agency Relationships
Disclosures

Why Prepare for the New Jersey Exam?

  • New Jersey scores the exam as one combined test - you need 77 of 110 correct in a single sitting
  • Your school-issued exam eligibility expires exactly one year from issuance, so preparation efficiency matters
  • State-specific questions on New Jersey license law require focused preparation
  • Practice questions improve exam readiness

What You Get

  • New Jersey-focused practice questions
  • State-specific law coverage
  • Detailed answer explanations
  • Progress tracking
  • 2026 updated content

New Jersey License Requirements & Costs

Pre-Licensing Education

Salesperson: 75 hours

Broker: 150 hours

Salesperson: 75 hours of pre-licensure education before scheduling the exam. Broker: 150 hours (a 90-hour general course plus two 30-hour courses on Agency/Ethics and Office Management) plus 3 years of full-time NJ salesperson experience.

Fees & Costs

Exam Fee: $45

Application: $160

Fingerprinting: $66.05

About $271 in required fees ($45 exam + $160 license/application/Guaranty Fund + $66.05 fingerprinting) plus the 75-hour pre-license course, which varies by school

Deadlines & Timeline

Exam Window:
Your school-issued exam eligibility expires exactly one year from the date it is issued - you must pass the exam and apply for licensure before the expiration date shown on your score report, with all license materials submitted together.

Retake Policy:
No waiting period beyond results processing - fail on Wednesday and you can retest as soon as Friday, subject to space. $45 per attempt, with no stated cap on attempts within your eligibility year.

Background Check:
Criminal history check via electronic fingerprinting completed after passing the exam; you submit the fingerprint receipt with your license application

State Exam Faq Title

How many questions are on the New Jersey real estate exam?▼
The New Jersey real estate salesperson exam has 110 questions and a 4-hour time limit. PSI administers it as a single combined exam (the 'NJ Real Estate Salesperson - Combo'), plus 5-10 unscored experimental questions whose time does not count against you. PSI does not publish a separate national/state question split for New Jersey.
What is the passing score for the New Jersey real estate exam?▼
You must answer 77 of 110 questions correctly (70%). The exam is scored as one combined test, so there is no separate state portion to pass or retake. For comparison, the broker exam requires 84 correct (70% of 120).
How much does the New Jersey real estate exam and license cost?▼
The exam fee is $45 per attempt, paid to PSI. After passing, the state license fees total $160: a $100 license fee, $50 application fee, and $10 Guaranty Fund payment, payable to the State Treasurer of New Jersey. Fingerprinting adds $66.05.
How many hours of pre-license education are required in New Jersey?▼
New Jersey requires 75 hours of pre-licensure education for salespersons before you can schedule the exam. Broker candidates need 150 hours (a 90-hour general course plus two 30-hour courses) and 3 years of full-time New Jersey salesperson experience.
Who administers the New Jersey real estate exam and how do I schedule it?▼
PSI administers the New Jersey exam for the New Jersey Real Estate Commission (part of the Department of Banking and Insurance). Your school submits eligibility electronically when you finish the 75-hour course; then you schedule at psiexams.com/njre or call (855) 579-4634.
What is the retake policy for the New Jersey real estate exam?▼
There is no fixed waiting period - you just cannot rebook the same day you tested. Fail on a Wednesday and you can call Thursday and retest as soon as Friday, subject to space. Each attempt costs $45, and all attempts must fall within your one-year eligibility period.
Does New Jersey require fingerprinting for a real estate license?▼
Yes. After passing the exam, you must complete the state's electronic fingerprinting process (the Sagem-Morpho Universal Form available via njdobi.org). The total cost is $66.05, paid when scheduling, and you submit the fingerprint receipt with your license application.
How long is my New Jersey exam eligibility valid?▼
Your exam eligibility, issued electronically by your school when you complete the 75-hour course, expires exactly one year to the day from issuance. You must pass the exam and submit your complete license application (all materials together - partial submissions are not accepted) before the expiration date shown on your score report.
What are New Jersey's continuing education requirements?▼
New Jersey requires 12 CE credit hours per two-year license term, including at least 6 core hours - of which at least 2 must be Ethics, 1 Fair Housing/NJ Law Against Discrimination, and 1 Agency. The current cycle's CE deadline is April 30, 2027 (license renewal June 30, 2027), and the CE late fee is $200. Newly licensed salespersons are exempt during their initial term.
Can I use a calculator on the New Jersey real estate exam?▼
Yes, but only non-programmable calculators that are silent, battery-operated, without paper-tape printing, and without an alphabetic keyboard. The exam is closed book and no reference materials are provided.

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