Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor License

The Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor License allows you to do the following work related with the conversion of solar energy into electricity:

  • Installation, alteration and repair of:
    • Photovoltaic cells
    • Batteries
    • Invertors

This license DOES NOT allow you to install, alter, or repair electrical wires beyond the service panel, if such work is for residential and commercial installations and not scaled or intended for the commercial production and sale of electricity.

How to Get a Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor License?

  1. Obtain a Nevada Business ID before filling out the Contractor Application. In order to get the business ID, contact the Nevada Secretary of State to complete the application for a Nevada State Business License
  2. Gather all the needed documents by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) to submit with the application:
  3. Complete the Work Experience Certificate Form to provide information about your past work history
    • Proof of eligibility for Licensure by Endorsement. Applicants are advised to review the State Equivalency Chart to determine their eligibility
    • Four years of experience as a journeyman, foreman, supervision employee, or contractor in the specific classification requested within 15 years of filing this application
    • Four (4) Certification of Work Experience Forms (Certificates) for EACH Trade Qualifier
    • The total time of experience with all certificates combined must be a minimum of 4 years (1460 days), meaning that each certificate does NOT have to demonstrate four years of experience
    • Proof of transferable military training and experience
    • An active Master's Certification issued by an officially recognized agent or governmental agency similar to the Photovoltaics (C2G) classification
  4. Fulfill the Contractor License Application Form with the complete documentation
  5. Expect an Eligibility Examination form AFTER application submission and employment history verification
  6. Take and approve the Photovoltaics (C2G) trade exam and the Management Survey Business and Law CMS exam conducted by PSI©
  7. Upon acceptance by the Nevada State Contractors Board, you must submit the license bond mentioned on the approval letter and proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance
  8. The Nevada State Contractors Board will send the Photovoltaics (C2G) contractor license to the address listed on the application

Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade and Management Survey exams, including the official reference lists.

Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer Based
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 75
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 150 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 56 Questions
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Photovoltaic Theory (5)
    • Electrical Interconnection (15)
    • Permitting, Inspection, and Utility Interconnections (5)
    • Photovoltaic Components (15)
    • Photovoltaic Installation (10)
    • Estimating, Calculations, and Design (20)
    • Safety (5)
  • PSI© Photovoltaics (C2G) Official Content Outline

Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor Management Survey Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer Based
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Number of Questions: 60
  • Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 45 (75% correct)
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Licensing (10)
    • Estimating and Bidding (7)
    • Lien Law (3)
    • Financial Management (12)
    • Tax Laws (5)
    • Labor Laws (5)
    • Project Management (3)
    • Contracts (6)
    • Risk Management (4)
    • Environmental and Safety (5)
  • PSI© Management Survey Official Content Outline

Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Photovoltaics (C2G) and Management Survey exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • NEVADA PHOTOVOLTAICS (C2G) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $362.48
  • NEVADA PHOTOVOLTAICS (C2G) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $402.48

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Nevada Photovoltaics (C2G) Management Survey Exam Book

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