North Carolina NCREC Exam Prep
North Carolina Real Estate Exam Prep — Pass the NCREC Provisional Broker Exam
75-hour NCREC-aligned prep, an AI Tutor that knows NC GS 93A cold, and a money-back Pass Guarantee. $59 flat.
What the North Carolina exam actually looks like
The North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) requires 75 hours of approved Provisional Broker pre-license education before you can sit for the state exam. Once that’s complete, you sit for the exam at a Pearson VUE testing center.
The exam is 120 multiple-choice questions split into two sections — 80 national + 40 North Carolina-specific — scored independently. You need 57 of 80 on the national section (71%) AND 29 of 40 on the North Carolina section (72.5%). Fail either and you fail the entire exam.
Statewide first-attempt pass rates hover around 60%. Click2CE students pass at 92% because the question bank is built specifically around the NCREC blueprint, NC GS 93A, the Working with Real Estate Agents disclosure, Trust Account rules, and the Provisional Broker framework.
What you get with Click2CE North Carolina Exam Prep
AI Tutor (Claude-Powered)
Ask any NCREC concept in plain English and get an instant, personalized explanation. The AI Tutor knows NC General Statutes Chapter 93A and License Law cold.
North Carolina-Specific Question Bank
Hundreds of state-specific questions covering NC GS 93A, Working with Real Estate Agents disclosure, Trust Account rules, and the Provisional Broker framework.
Two-Section Timed Mock Exams
Practice under real NC exam conditions: 80 national + 40 state questions, scored independently to mirror the 57/80 + 29/40 Pearson VUE requirement.
Drive Mode
Audio-only practice for your Charlotte or Raleigh commute. Turn windshield time into exam prep without lifting a finger.
Plain-English Rationales
Every wrong answer comes with an explanation citing the relevant NC statute or NCREC rule, so you understand the why, not just the what.
Money-Back Pass Guarantee
Complete the program and pass — or get a refund. Backed by our published 92% first-attempt pass rate.
North Carolina exam — the numbers that matter
“NC’s state section is heavy on Working with Real Estate Agents and trust account rules. Click2CE drilled both relentlessly. Passed 65/80 national and 38/40 NC state on the first attempt.”
— Marcus A., Charlotte NC · Verified Click2CE Student
North Carolina real estate exam — frequently asked questions
How many pre-license hours does North Carolina require?
North Carolina requires 75 hours of approved Provisional Broker pre-license education through a school approved by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) before you can sit for the state exam.
What is a "Provisional Broker" — and how is it different from a Broker?
NC does not use the salesperson/broker terminology that most states use. Your first license is a Provisional Broker license. To become a Full Broker, you must complete 90 hours of post-licensing education within 18 months of getting your Provisional Broker license. If you miss the 18-month window, your license becomes inactive until you complete the post-licensing hours.
What is the format of the North Carolina real estate exam?
The North Carolina Provisional Broker exam is administered by Pearson VUE and contains 120 multiple-choice questions: 80 national questions and 40 North Carolina-specific questions. The two sections are scored independently.
What is the passing score on the North Carolina real estate exam?
You need 57 of 80 on the national section (71%) AND 29 of 40 on the North Carolina section (72.5%). Failing either section means you fail the exam, even if your combined score is high.
How much does the North Carolina real estate exam cost?
The Pearson VUE exam fee is $64 per attempt. The NCREC license fee is $100. If you fail one section, you only retake that section, but each retake costs the full $64.
How long does it take to get a North Carolina real estate license?
Most candidates take 2–4 months to get the Provisional Broker license. The 75 hours of pre-license education is the largest variable. Then you have 18 months from issuance to complete the 90 hours of post-licensing education and become a Full Broker.
What are the 90 hours of post-licensing education?
Three 30-hour courses: Post-Licensing 301 (Broker Relationships and Responsibilities), Post-Licensing 302 (Contracts and Closing), and Post-Licensing 303 (NC Law, Rules, and Legal Concepts). All three must be completed within 18 months of receiving your Provisional Broker license.
Do I need a Broker-in-Charge (BIC) before activating in NC?
Yes. NC requires a Provisional Broker to be supervised by a Broker-in-Charge (BIC) at all times. You can pass the exam first, but the license is not active and you cannot practice until a BIC affiliates you in NCREC’s system.
How does North Carolina continuing education work?
Active NC Brokers must complete 8 hours of continuing education every license year (by June 10) — 4 hours of mandatory General Update and 4 hours of NCREC-approved electives. Click2CE offers NCREC-approved CE bundles.
How does the Click2CE Pass Guarantee work for North Carolina?
Complete the Click2CE North Carolina study plan and sit for the Pearson VUE exam. If you do not pass, send us your score report and we refund your $59 in full. Backed by our published 92% first-attempt pass rate.
The North Carolina Real Estate Market
North Carolina’s real estate market is anchored by the Charlotte banking metro, the Raleigh–Durham Research Triangle, the Piedmont Triad around Greensboro and Winston-Salem, and the Asheville mountain and coastal markets. Strong growth in finance, technology, and research, plus steady in-migration, keeps the major metros highly active.
Who Regulates Real Estate in North Carolina
Your North Carolina license is issued and regulated by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC). Knowing how to reach the NCREC — and its rules on retakes and license types — keeps your path to licensure on track.
Licensed Near North Carolina? Explore Neighboring States
Real estate licenses are state-specific, so each neighboring state runs its own exam and rules. If you practice across state lines or are comparing markets, check the requirements for the states bordering North Carolina. Always confirm current reciprocity and license- recognition agreements directly with the NCREC.
Why does North Carolina call its first license a “provisional broker” license?
North Carolina uses a broker-only system: your first license is a Provisional Broker license, not a “salesperson” license. You must work under a supervising Broker-in-Charge and complete post-license education to remove the provisional status — terminology that differs from most other states.
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