The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Texas Master Electrical Contractor Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

Prepare for the Texas Master Electrician examination while also building the foundation for your electrical contracting business with an all-inclusive preparation, licensing, and business setup package. The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Texas Master Electrical Contractor Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution combines a highlighted and tabbed National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 rental book, structured online exam preparation, 1 year of course access, Application Service, business formation support, EIN filing with the IRS, and contractor compliance guidance.

The Texas Master Electrician license is administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the licensing examination is administered through PSI. Candidates preparing for the Master Electrician examination must develop advanced familiarity with the National Electrical Code and be prepared for separate examination portions covering NEC knowledge and electrical calculations.

The 1 Package goes beyond exam preparation. It is designed for candidates who are working toward the Master Electrician credential and also want support establishing the business structure needed for electrical contracting. The package combines examination preparation, licensing application support, and business setup services into one organized solution.

The included National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 rental book is highlighted and tabbed to support faster code navigation and structured study. Candidates also receive 1 year of course access, providing an extended preparation period for NEC review, electrical calculations, practice-oriented study, and reinforcement of weaker subjects.

The package price is $1,715, plus a $100 refundable deposit, for a total initial payment of $1,815. The National Electrical Code supplied with the package is a rental book.

All books included with The 1 Package are highlighted and tabbed. The prepared NEC can be used throughout the full year of course access for repeated reference navigation, calculation practice, and exam-focused study.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Exam Details

The Texas Master Electrician examination consists of two separate portions: the NEC Knowledge Portion and the Calculations Portion. Candidates must achieve the required passing score on both portions.

NEC Knowledge Portion:

• Total Items: 75, including 5 non-scored items
• Time Allowed: 150 minutes
• Passing Score: 70%

The NEC Knowledge Portion includes:

• Definitions, Theory, and Plans: 7 items
• Electrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems: 11 items
• Electrical Feeders: 7 items
• Branch Circuit Conductors: 11 items
• Electrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials: 7 items
• Electrical Equipment and Devices: 7 items
• Motors and Generators: 7 items
• Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means: 3 items
• Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions: 7 items
• Renewable Energy Technologies: 3 items

Calculations Portion:

• Total Items: 33, including 3 non-scored items
• Time Allowed: 170 minutes
• Passing Score: 70%

The Calculations Portion includes:

• Calculations and Theory: 2 items
• Electrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems: 8 items
• Electrical Feeders: 3 items
• Branch Circuit Calculations and Conductors: 4 items
• Electrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials: 2 items
• Electrical Equipment and Devices: 2 items
• Motors and Generators: 6 items
• Electrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means: 1 item
• Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions: 1 item
• Renewable Energy Technologies: 1 item

Time remaining on one examination portion does not transfer to the other. Candidates should therefore develop separate pacing strategies for NEC Knowledge and Calculations.

Open Book Test

The Texas Master Electrician examination is an open book test.

The technical reference for the current examination is the National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 Edition. Candidates are responsible for bringing an acceptable NEC reference to the examination site.

Acceptable soft-bound NEC editions may be used. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound copies are not permitted in the examination room. The NEC Handbook is not permitted as the testing reference.

The NEC may contain permitted highlighting, underlining, notes prepared before testing, and compliant permanent NEC index tabs. New markings may not be added during the examination session.

The rental NEC included with The 1 Package is highlighted and tabbed for organized preparation. Regular use throughout the 1 year of course access can help candidates develop familiarity with major articles, tables, definitions, and exceptions.

Open-book testing does not eliminate the need for strong NEC knowledge. Candidates should understand the subject behind a question before searching for the answer. Efficient navigation is particularly important on the calculation portion, where time must be divided between finding applicable code information and completing the calculation correctly.

Licensing Steps

1. Hold a Texas Journeyman Electrician license. The Master Electrician credential builds on the Journeyman Electrician license.
2. Meet the Journeyman license-duration requirement. Applicants must have held the Texas Journeyman Electrician license for at least two years.
3. Complete the required electrical experience. Applicants must document at least 12,000 hours of qualifying on-the-job training under a Texas-licensed Master Electrician.
4. Obtain experience verification. Qualifying experience must be documented by the appropriate supervising Master Electrician or Master Electricians.
5. Prepare the Master Electrician application. The application and supporting documentation are submitted to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
6. Use the included Application Service. Application Service is included with The 1 Package to support the licensing-application process.
7. Receive examination authorization. After the application is reviewed and approved, eligible candidates may proceed to testing.
8. Schedule through PSI. Approved applicants schedule the Texas Master Electrician examination through PSI.
9. Prepare for both examination portions. Study NEC knowledge and electrical calculations as separate but connected skill areas.
10. Use the highlighted and tabbed 2026 NEC. Practice reference navigation throughout the year-long course period.
11. Pass both examination portions. Candidates must achieve at least 70% on each portion.
12. Complete the remaining licensing process. Satisfy applicable TDLR requirements for issuance of the Master Electrician license.
13. Address the electrical contractor business structure. A Texas Electrical Contractor license is a separate business credential from the individual Master Electrician license.
14. Establish the business entity. The 1 Package includes LLC or Corporation business formation support.
15. Obtain the business EIN. EIN filing with the IRS is included as part of the business setup services.
16. Use contractor compliance guidance. The package includes guidance intended to help customers understand the compliance considerations connected with operating a Texas electrical contracting business.

State Requirements

A Texas Master Electrician is an individually licensed electrical professional. Applicants must have held a Texas Journeyman Electrician license for at least two years and must document at least 12,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician.

Qualifying experience must be verified as part of the state application process. Journeyman Industrial Electrician experience does not count toward the experience requirement for the Texas Master Electrician credential.

The Texas Master Electrician license and the Texas Electrical Contractor license are not the same credential. The Master Electrician license applies to the individual. The Electrical Contractor license applies to the contracting business.

A Texas electrical contracting business must have a licensed Master Electrician serving as its Master Electrician of Record. The Master Electrician may also own the electrical contracting business.

The business side of electrical contracting can involve more than obtaining the individual Master Electrician credential. A contractor must also establish and maintain the business structure and satisfy the applicable requirements connected with operating as a licensed electrical contracting business.

The 1 Package combines exam preparation and application support with business formation, EIN filing, and contractor compliance guidance so candidates can address several stages of the process within one coordinated package.

Reference Books

• National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026
  Included Book: This highlighted and tabbed rental copy is the primary technical reference for preparation for the Texas Master Electrician examination. It supports study of services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, grounding and bonding, electrical equipment, motors, generators, controls, special occupancies, renewable-energy technologies, tables, definitions, and electrical calculations.

The included NEC should be used throughout the full year of course access. Repeated use helps candidates become familiar with the code structure and strengthens the ability to locate relevant requirements under timed examination conditions.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Exam Room Approved Books

• National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026
  The 2026 National Electrical Code is the technical reference used for the Texas Master Electrician examination. Candidates must bring an acceptable edition that complies with applicable examination-room requirements.

The highlighted and tabbed rental NEC supports regular reference-navigation practice. Candidates should become comfortable moving between articles, tables, definitions, and exceptions before exam day.

Test Information and Study Materials

Services and Separately Derived Systems: Services are heavily represented on both exam portions. Review service conductors, equipment, disconnects, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection, transformers, and service calculations.

Feeders: Study feeder conductor sizing, load calculations, grounded conductors, overcurrent protection, equipment grounding conductors, and applicable demand factors.

Branch Circuits: Review conductor sizing, continuous loads, circuit ratings, equipment supply, grounding, overcurrent protection, and branch-circuit calculations.

Grounding and Bonding: Study Article 250 thoroughly. Review grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding conductors, grounding electrode conductors, bonding jumpers, service bonding, and separately derived systems.

Electrical Wiring Methods: Review raceways, cable systems, conductors, boxes, enclosures, fittings, physical protection, wet locations, and Chapter 3 requirements.

Electrical Equipment: Study panelboards, switchboards, disconnects, receptacles, appliances, HVAC equipment, equipment ratings, and working-clearance requirements.

Motors and Generators: Motors represent an important part of the calculation examination. Practice motor conductor sizing, overload protection, short-circuit and ground-fault protection, controllers, disconnects, and multi-motor feeder calculations.

Renewable Energy Technologies: Review photovoltaic systems and electric vehicle charging equipment, including conductor, disconnect, equipment, grounding, and overcurrent-protection requirements.

Service and Feeder Calculations: Practice applying demand factors and calculating general lighting, appliance, motor, heating, cooling, and other electrical loads.

Code Navigation: Use the highlighted and tabbed NEC throughout preparation. Practice identifying the governing subject before searching so that the correct article or table can be found efficiently.

Timed Practice: Practice the NEC Knowledge Portion and Calculations Portion independently. The two sections have different time limits and require different pacing strategies.

Long-Term Study: With 1 year of course access, candidates can begin with overall NEC familiarity, progress into detailed subject review and calculations, and use later study sessions for timed practice and reinforcement.

Business Preparation: Candidates planning to operate an electrical contracting business should also understand the distinction between their individual Master Electrician credential and the separate business requirements associated with an Electrical Contractor license.

Business Formation: The 1 Package includes support for forming an LLC or Corporation so the customer can establish a formal business entity for the electrical contracting operation.

EIN Filing: The package includes EIN filing with the IRS. An Employer Identification Number can be used to open business bank accounts, manage taxes, hire employees, and operate the contracting business professionally.

Contractor Compliance Guidance: The package also includes guidance focused on helping customers understand contractor compliance considerations connected with operating a Texas electrical contracting business.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Texas Master Electrician candidates organize preparation around both portions of the licensing examination while also supporting the transition toward operating an electrical contracting business. The 1 Package combines a highlighted and tabbed 2026 NEC rental book, 1 year of course access, Application Service, business formation support, EIN filing, and contractor compliance guidance.

Trade-focused review helps candidates study services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, grounding and bonding, electrical equipment, motors, generators, controls, special installations, renewable-energy technologies, and advanced calculations in a structured sequence.

Reference-navigation practice supports the open-book testing format. Repeated use of the highlighted and tabbed NEC helps candidates become more familiar with frequently used articles, tables, definitions, exceptions, and cross-references.

Practice-oriented preparation helps candidates move beyond simply reading code language. Candidates can work on recognizing the issue presented by a question, locating the governing NEC provision, interpreting the requirement, and completing calculations accurately.

The 1 year of course access provides an extended preparation period for study, calculation practice, code navigation, and repeated review. The longer access period allows candidates to develop a study plan that fits around work and other responsibilities.

The included Application Service supports the licensing-application stage. Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance extend the package beyond examination preparation to support the organizational steps involved in establishing an electrical contracting business.

The goal is to bring together organized study guidance, trade-focused review, NEC navigation, calculation preparation, licensing support, and practical business setup services in one solution. 1 Exam Prep supports candidates throughout the process without guaranteeing a specific examination score, licensing approval, business approval, or professional outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in The 1 Package for Texas Master Electrical Contractor preparation?

The package includes a highlighted and tabbed National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 rental book, 1 year of course access, online exam preparation, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.

How much does The 1 Package cost?

The package price is $1,715, plus a $100 refundable deposit, for a total initial payment of $1,815.

Is the $100 deposit refundable?

Yes. The $100 amount is a refundable deposit associated with the rental book package.

How long is course access included?

The package includes 1 year of course access.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with The 1 Package.

Does The 1 Package include business formation?

Yes. Business Formation support for an LLC or Corporation is included as part of the package.

Is EIN filing included?

Yes. EIN Filing with the IRS is included. An EIN can support opening business bank accounts, managing business taxes, hiring employees, and operating the contracting business professionally.

Does the package include contractor compliance guidance?

Yes. Contractor Compliance Guidance is included to help customers understand compliance considerations connected with operating an electrical contracting business in Texas.

Is the 2026 NEC a rental book?

Yes. The National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 supplied with this package is a rental book.

Is the rental NEC highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All books included with The 1 Package are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and code navigation.

How long should I allow for The 1 Package book order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Is the Texas Master Electrician examination open book?

Yes. The Texas Master Electrician examination is an open book test.

Which NEC edition is used for the examination?

The current examination uses the National Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 Edition.

How many portions are on the Texas Master Electrician examination?

The examination has two portions: the NEC Knowledge Portion and the Calculations Portion.

What score is required to pass?

Candidates must earn at least 70% on each examination portion.

How much experience is required for the Texas Master Electrician license?

Applicants must document at least 12,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician and must have held a Texas Journeyman Electrician license for at least two years.

Is the Texas Master Electrician license the same as an Electrical Contractor license?

No. The Master Electrician license is an individual credential, while the Texas Electrical Contractor license is a separate business credential. An electrical contracting business must satisfy the requirements applicable to the contractor license and Master Electrician of Record.

What should I focus on during exam preparation?

Focus on services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, grounding and bonding, electrical equipment, motors, generators, controls, special installations, renewable-energy technologies, electrical calculations, and efficient navigation of the 2026 NEC.