Connecticut Real Estate Exam: Everything You Need to Know

The Connecticut real estate exam is the last big hurdle between you and your license. It's 110 questions, you need a 70% score on each part to pass, and plenty of first-timers don't clear it on the first attempt. This guide breaks down exactly what's on the exam, what it costs, how to schedule it, and how to pass the first time.

You'll also get a free Connecticut real estate practice quiz and a study plan our students use to walk in ready.

What's on the Connecticut real estate exam?

The Connecticut real estate exam has 110 multiple-choice questions split into an 80-question national portion and a 30-question Connecticut portion. The national portion covers general real estate principles every agent needs, and the state portion covers Connecticut-specific law. You have 165 minutes total: 120 minutes for the national section and 45 minutes for the state section.

According to PSI's content outline, the national portion breaks down like this:

The Connecticut state portion focuses on the laws you'll use day to day. Expect questions on the state's Common Interest Ownership Act (CIOA), conveyance taxes, and Connecticut's strict designated-agency disclosure rules.

How much does the Connecticut real estate exam cost?

The Connecticut real estate exam costs $80 plus $59: an $80 application fee paid to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and a $59 examination fee paid to PSI when you schedule. According to the DCP, both fees are non-refundable, and the $59 exam fee is due each time you book a testing appointment.

Two more costs to plan for. If you need to retake the exam, you pay the exam fee again (PSI lists a retake fee of about $51, so confirm the current amount when you reschedule). And once you pass, activating your license, the step that lets you legally work, requires a $590 license fee paid to the DCP. Budget for that now so it doesn't surprise you later.

How do you schedule the Connecticut real estate exam?

To schedule, finish your 60-hour course, create a Connecticut eLicense account, get DCP approval, then register and pick a date with PSI. Here's the order:

1. Finish the 60-hour course. You must complete the Connecticut Real Estate Principles and Practices course before you can apply.
2. Apply through eLicense. Create an account at the state's eLicense portal and submit your application and course certificate.
3. Get approved, then book with PSI. Once the DCP approves you, register through PSI's portal, choose "CT Salesperson," and pick a date and location.
4. Pay the $59 exam fee to PSI to lock in your appointment.

You don't need a sponsoring broker to sit the exam, according to the DCP, though you'll need one to activate your license afterward. If you want the full licensing path from start to finish, read our guide on how to get a Connecticut real estate license.

Can you take the Connecticut real estate exam online?

Yes. Connecticut offers a remote, online-proctored option through PSI that has been available since May 2025. You can take it from home if you have a quiet, private room and a reliable internet connection. There are no breaks during the remote exam, and you'll test your connection and verify your setup during scheduling.

If you'd rather test in person, PSI has centers in West Hartford and Milford, plus nearby sites in Massachusetts (Auburn, Boston, Fall River, and Springfield).

How hard is the Connecticut real estate exam?

The Connecticut real estate exam is moderately difficult. Connecticut does not publish official pass rates, but PSI real estate exams nationally tend to land in the 45% to 65% first-time pass range, so plan to study like the odds are a coin flip. The people who pass treat it as a real test, not a formality.

Math is part of it but manageable. Real estate calculations make up 10% of the national portion, which works out to about eight questions. You'll get a basic calculator at the test center or in the remote interface. A smart move: answer the math questions last so they don't eat the time you need for quicker questions.

What's the passing score, and what happens if you fail?

You need a scaled score of 70% on each portion, scored independently, and you can retake the exam as many times as you need within your one-year eligibility window. You'll see your result on screen right after you finish, and a failed attempt comes with a diagnostic report that shows which categories to study before you rebook.

If you don't pass both portions within one year of your eligibility date, you have to reapply for another year, according to the DCP. So once you start, keep your momentum and schedule your retake quickly.

Take a free Connecticut real estate practice exam

A free Connecticut real estate practice exam is the fastest way to find your weak spots before test day. The 10-question quiz in this post mirrors the style of the questions you'll see, and it's a sample of the practice exams in our prep package. Use it to gauge where you stand, then drill the categories you miss.

If you want unlimited reps, our Connecticut exam prep package includes 1,500+ practice questions, customizable state exams, flashcards, and video explanations.

How to pass the Connecticut real estate exam

The students who pass on the first try study with a plan, not by cramming. Four tactics do most of the work:

1. Build a study schedule. Map each big topic category to the chapters in your course book, then block an hour or so a night to work through them. Small, steady sessions beat one panicked weekend.
2. Use mnemonics. They make laws and concepts stick. To remember how value is determined, use DUST: Demand, Utility, Scarcity, and Transferability.
3. Take practice exams. Repetition on real-format questions is the single best predictor of passing. Review every miss until you know why the right answer is right.
4. Get guided help. A structured prep course saves you the time of hunting down concepts on your own. For deeper coverage, see our broader tips on passing the real estate exam and passing the PSI exam specifically.

Final thoughts on the Connecticut real estate exam

You now know the format, the fees, and the study plan that gets people through. Stay organized, drill practice questions, and treat the math like points you can win, and the Connecticut real estate exam becomes a step you clear, not a wall you hit.

Ready to make studying easy? Start with our Connecticut real estate crash course and exam prep package and walk in ready to pass on your first try.