How to get a general contractor license in Mississippi
Mississippi general contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- State Board of Contractors | MS.GOV Skip to main content # State Board of Contractors Ask MISSI 2679 Crane Ridge Dr.
- Suite C Jackson, MS 39216 (601) 354-6161 (601) 354-6715 The Mississippi State Board of Public Contractors (MSBOC) is the contractor licensing authority for the state and is comprised of ten members appointed to staggered terms by the Governor.
- MSBOC protects consumers by licensing and regulating Mississippi’s construction industry through policies and procedures that promote
- Board page: State Board of Contractors | MS.GOV
Requirements overview
- Mississippi sets experience, education, and exam rules for general contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Mississippi contractor exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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