How to become a real estate agent in Connecticut
Connecticut real estate agents are licensed by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (License Services Division), with the Connecticut Real Estate Commission. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed real estate agent in Connecticut, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a real estate agent in Connecticut?
- At least 18 years old
- Good reputation for honesty, truthfulness and fair dealing
- Complete the approved 60-hour Real Estate Principles and Practices course before the exam
Connecticut real estate agent license requirements
| Licensed by | Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (License Services Division), with the Connecticut Real Estate Commission |
|---|---|
| License name | Real Estate Salesperson |
| Education or training | 60-hour Connecticut Real Estate Principles and Practices pre-license course from an approved school. |
| Exam | PSI administers the two-portion exam (national/uniform and Connecticut); you must be approved by DCP before scheduling and must pass both portions within one year of eligibility, with unlimited attempts in that year. |
| Works under a broker | Yes. No broker is needed to take the exam, but the license is activated only once a Connecticut-licensed broker agrees to supervise you. You have 2 years from the last passed exam portion to activate. |
| License term | Two-year license; salesperson licenses expire May 31 of every even-numbered year. |
| Continuing education | 12 hours of approved continuing education every two-year renewal cycle (C.G.S. 20-319); the full renewal fee is due at the first renewal after issuance. |
| Reciprocity | Under C.G.S. 20-317, a current license from another state with written exams and substantially similar requirements is recognized; applicants from states without such requirements must pass the Connecticut portion of the exam. |
How much does it cost?
| Application fee | $80 |
|---|---|
| Examination fee (paid to PSI) | $59 |
| License fee (to activate) | $590 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a real estate agent in Connecticut
- Complete the 60-hour Real Estate Principles and Practices course at an approved school
- Apply for the exam through the eLicense portal and pay the $80 application fee
- After DCP approval, schedule with PSI and pay the $59 exam fee
- Pass both exam portions within one year of eligibility
- Find a Connecticut-licensed broker to supervise you
- Pay the $590 license fee to activate within 2 years of passing
Apply on the official Connecticut site
How do you check a real estate agent's license in Connecticut?
- Search the name or license number on the official Connecticut real estate agent license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.