2026 NICET® Level I Practice Exam

Exam Overview

NICET Level I practice exam, updated for 2026

Prepare for the NICET Level I Electrical Power Testing exam with practice questions designed around the updated content outline effective October 5, 2026.

This practice exam focuses on the knowledge expected of an entry-level technician working under direct supervision. Topics include electrical fundamentals, safe work practices, test equipment selection, and basic documentation.

Exam content

The updated NICET Level I exam uses the following content areas and approximate weighting:

Content area	Percentage of official exam
Electrical Theory and Components	10–20%
Electrically Safe Work Conditions	18–28%
Workplace Safety	15–25%
Personal Safety	11–21%
Test Equipment	11–21%
Documentation & Communication	5–15%

Safety remains a major part of the exam. Your preparation should also cover equipment identification, electrical units and equations, instrument selection, one-line diagrams, and recording test results.

Study recommendations

Start with the updated NICET outline. Use the six content areas to organize your review and identify topics that need more attention.

Study the listed references. NICET’s 2026 Level I reference list includes:

• ANSI/NETA ATS-2025 and ANSI/NETA MTS-2023
• Electrical Power Equipment Maintenance and Testing, 2nd edition, by Paul Gill
• IEEE 141-1993
• NECA 100-2024
• NFPA 70, 2026 edition
• NFPA 70E, 2024 edition
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926
• OSHA’s Stairways and Ladders guide
• Ugly’s Electrical References, 2023 edition

These are study resources. NICET does not permit candidates to bring references into the test center.

Practice applying what you learn. Review electrical hazards, lockout/tagout, PPE, voltage detection, fall protection, and confined spaces. Learn when to stop work and seek direction.

Build your technical foundation. Practice basic electrical equations and units, recognize common power equipment, and understand which instruments fit an assigned test.

Review your answers. After each practice attempt, study the explanations and revisit weak areas before trying again.

Timed exam-style practice

The full-length practice exam gives you a structured way to practice pacing and check your preparation.

• 67 questions
• 80-minute time limit
• Unlimited Attempts

The question count and time limit match NICET’s published Level I format. PSA questions are independently developed and do not reproduce the official exam.

Use each timed attempt as a readiness check. Allow time between attempts to review missed concepts and strengthen weaker areas. A practice score does not guarantee a passing result on the certification exam.

You also have unlimited access to the internal practice quizzes and exams included with your subscription while your subscription remains active. Use these for repetition and topic review between full-length attempts.

Disclaimer

Prime Systems Academy is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by NICET, NETA, or any other certifying organization. Practice materials support exam preparation and do not replace required experience, supervised training, or official certification requirements.

For current exam information, content outlines, and reference lists, visit NICET’s Electrical Power Testing page.