City Exam Schedule
Plumbing License Exam Schedule for 2026
2026 City of Chicago Plumbing License Exam Schedule*
WRITTEN EXAM
*Dates and locations are subject to change please check Continental Testing's website for verification
Exam Title Exam Date Deadline
Written January 14, 2026* December 3, 2025
Written May 6, 2026* March 25, 2026
Written August 5, 2026* June 24, 2026
Written October 7, 2026* August 26, 2026
Written Application Fees: First Time or Retake Exam $175.00
Click here to apply: Online Plumber Written Examination
PRACTICAL EXAM
Exam Title Exam Date Deadline
Practical March 7, 2026* February 13, 2026
Practical June 13, 2026* May 22, 2026
Practical September 5, 2026* August 14, 2026
Practical December 5, 2026* November 13, 2026
Other Fees:
Fee Amount
Exam Retake
$74.50
Initial License & Renewal $150.00
Duplicate or Replacement $50.00
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Online Plumber Practical Examination
Exam Contact
Olivia Porras
Email: oporras@continentaltesting.net
Phone: (800) 359-1313 ext. 103
