Texas journeyman electrician exam topics: what's on the test
This is how the scored questions are split, from the official PSI bulletin. Use it to decide where to practice first.
Knowledge part (56 scored questions)
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Branch circuits and conductors | 10 |
| Wiring methods and materials | 10 |
| Equipment and devices | 10 |
| Services and service equipment | 6 |
| Special occupancies, equipment and conditions | 6 |
| Motors and generators | 5 |
| Definitions, theory and plans | 3 |
| Feeders | 3 |
| Renewable energy | 2 |
| Control devices and disconnects | 1 |
Calculations part (24 scored questions)
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Services and service equipment | 4 |
| Branch circuit calculations and conductors | 4 |
| Feeders | 3 |
| Special occupancies, equipment and conditions | 3 |
| Calculations and theory | 2 |
| Wiring methods and materials | 2 |
| Equipment and devices | 2 |
| Motors and generators | 2 |
| Control devices and disconnects | 1 |
| Renewable energy | 1 |
Where to start: branch circuits, wiring methods and equipment are 30 of the 56 knowledge questions. If you're weak there, that's your biggest win.
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Take the free 5-question check. You see your weak topics and where each answer is in your code book.
Start the free check →
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Sources: PSI Candidate Information Bulletin, Texas Journeyman Electrician (updated Sept 15, 2026). Rules can change: always check the current bulletin before you book.