Connecticut Real Estate Agent License
Complete requirements guide for Connecticut
Pre-Licensing Education
Complete a 60-hour Real Estate Principles and Practices course from a state-approved provider.
Required Courses (60 hours total):
- • Real Estate Principles and Practices (60 hours)
Classes can be live, in-person, or virtual-live.
State Examination
Exam Name
Connecticut Real Estate Salesperson Examination
Provider
PSI
Format
110 multiple-choice questions (80 national, 30 state)
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$59
Retake Policy: Can retake within one year of eligibility notice; $51 per retake
Sponsoring Broker
Must be sponsored by an actively licensed Connecticut real estate broker
Fee Breakdown
| Examination Fee | $59 |
| Application Fee | $80 |
| License Fee | $285 |
| Total Fees | $424 |
Total includes $80 application + $59 exam + $285 license activation. Exam retake is $51.
License Renewal
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee
$314
CE Required
12 hours
Online Renewal
Yes
12 hours including 3-hour mandatory course on real estate and fair housing legislation, plus 9 hours of electives
License Reciprocity
Connecticut does not have reciprocity agreements. Out-of-state licensees must meet all Connecticut requirements.
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
- Official Website
- (860) 713-6150
- Apply Online
Helpful Tools
Upgrade to Broker
Requires 2 years as active salesperson, additional broker education, and passing the broker exam
- • 2 years experience required
- • 60 additional education hours
- • Broker exam required
Last verified: 2026-01-12