How to Pass the Washington DC Real Estate Exam in 2026

The Washington DC real estate salesperson exam is administered by PSI for the District of Columbia Real Estate Commission. Use the current PSI and DC licensing materials for eligibility, scheduling, and exam-day requirements.

Step 1: Complete the 60-Hour Prelicense Requirement

Complete the current 60-hour prelicense education requirement before following the examination application and scheduling instructions. Use the current DC licensing materials for the education documentation required for your application.

Step 2: Know the Exam Format

If you fail one portion and pass the other, retake only the failed portion. The failed portion must be passed within six months of the first examination attempt.

Step 3: Follow the DC Application and Scheduling Instructions

Follow the current DC licensing and PSI instructions for submitting the examination application, documenting education, and scheduling the authorized examination. After passing, apply for the license within six months of the passing examination date.

Step 4: Study the Current DC Outline

Study the national real estate concepts and the DC-specific subjects identified in the current PSI and DC licensing materials. Use practice questions to identify weak areas, then verify DC-law answers against the current official sources.

Keep personal study targets separate from the official 75% passing standard. A practice score or study schedule is not a guarantee of exam readiness.

Step 5: Follow Current Exam-Day Guidance

Review the current PSI instructions for identification, permitted materials, testing delivery, results, and any available test-center or remote options before scheduling. These operational details can change.