Write The Exam
ESA is facing a high demand for Master Electrician Examinations (ME Exams) and offerings are limited. If you are applying for the ME Exam, please indicate your first and second choice for exam sessions. Completed applications will be processed in the order received (incomplete applications will be returned without being processed). If you registered for the exam and already have a date scheduled, we kindly request that you do not reschedule your spot so we can assist as many applicants as possible.
We are working diligently to find venues that comply with the government’s requirements, and safely host as many attendees as possible. Given the restrictions due to the pandemic, we appreciate your patience as we navigate these challenging times. Please note that your health and safety, as well as that of our representatives is our highest priority.
ESA is working on adding more ME Exam dates for 2021, as well as a “virtual proctor” option. This will allow you to write the exam from the safety of your home, provided you have secure internet access and a computer with a camera. If you prefer a virtually-proctored exam, we expect them to be available early in 2021. Check back here for updates.
Master Electrician Examination
You must pass the exam as one of the requirements to get a Master Electrician Licence. The Master Electrician examination is only offered through the Electrical Safety Authority.
To pass, you need an overall exam score of at least 70%, plus a minimum of 60% in each of the three exam sections:
- Ontario Electrical Safety Code,
- Worker Safety, and
- Business Administration.
The exam is open book, so bring your copy of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code and other approved reference materials.
You may use the 2018 Master Electrician Examination reference material during the exam. This book contains legislation relevant to electrical contracting. Download this document for FREE, or you can buy a hard copy for $64 plus HST. (This book is included with the ESA Pre-Master Electrician course.) To buy the book, simply request it when registering for the Master Electrician Exam. If you are already registered, email your request to buy the book to masters.exam@electricalsafety.on.ca.
Ready for the exam?
Before signing up, review the Master Electrician Licence Requirements.
The Master Electrician Exam is offered across the province in an electronic and paper-based format. Check where and when to find the nearest exam location:
Master Electrician Examination Schedule
If there is not an exam offered in your area email masters.exam@electricalsafety.on.ca to inquire.
Learn more and apply:
Master Electrician Examination Information Package
Master Electrician Examination Application Form
Exam Transfer Request Form
Interpreter Attendance Request Form
Not quite ready to write?
ESA created a course to help you prepare for the Master Electrician Examination.
You do not have to take this course before writing the Master Electrician exam. However, if you failed the Master Electrician Examination twice you will be asked to take relevant training.
Learn more:
Pre-Master Electrician Course & Master Electrician Exam FAQs