Exam Structure Lookup
Pick a career and state to see the exam vendor, question count, time limit, passing score and retake rules — and review the real 2026 changes (Arizona's 80+60 split, Texas's new 40-question outline, and buyer-agency topics from the NAR settlement now tested everywhere).
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Real Estate Salesperson exam — California
| Exam vendor | PSI |
| Questions (national) | Data pendingCheck with your vendor for the current count. |
| Questions (state) | Data pendingSome careers do not have a state portion. |
| Time limit | 180 minutes |
| Passing score | 70% |
| Retake wait | 2 years (exam eligibility window) |
| Exam fee | $60 |
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2026 changes to watch
Arizona — real estate exam split
Arizona split the real estate salesperson exam into two timed portions: a national portion of 80 questions and a state portion of 60 questions. Candidates must pass both portions within the same appointment.
Texas — new national exam outline
Texas updated its real estate exam blueprint: the national portion is now 40 questions organized around 6 content domains. Study with the current outline, not older materials.
NAR settlement — buyer agency tested in all 50 states
Following the 2024 NAR commission settlement and the industry shift to written buyer representation agreements, buyer-agency topics now appear on real estate licensing exams in every state. Expect questions on buyer representation agreements, compensation disclosure and fiduciary duty.
Exam structure is set by each state and its vendor and changes frequently — including major blueprint updates in 2026. Always verify the current question counts, time limit, passing standard and fee with your state board or exam vendor before you register.
FAQ
How many questions is the Arizona real estate exam in 2026?
Arizona split its real estate salesperson exam into a national portion of 80 questions and a state portion of 60 questions. Candidates must pass both portions within the same appointment. Verify the current split with the Arizona Department of Real Estate before you study.
What changed on the Texas real estate exam?
Texas updated its exam blueprint: the national portion is now 40 questions organized around 6 content domains. Study with the current outline rather than older materials, and confirm with the Texas Real Estate Commission and your vendor.
Did the NAR settlement change real estate exams?
Yes, indirectly. Following the 2024 NAR commission settlement and the move to written buyer representation agreements, buyer-agency topics — representation agreements, compensation disclosure and fiduciary duty — now appear on real estate licensing exams in all 50 states.
What is the passing score for a licensing exam?
Passing standards vary by state and are set by the state board or vendor — there is no single national score. Our lookup shows the published number when we have it, and otherwise tells you to check with your vendor, because scales change.
Exam structure is set by each state and its vendor and changes frequently — including major blueprint updates in 2026. Always verify the current numbers with your state board or exam vendor before you register.