Ohio exam at a glance
Who runs the Ohio exam
- Licensing agency: Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing
- Exam vendor: PSI
- Official handbook: candidate handbook / bulletin
- Scheduling: test-takers.psiexams.com/ohre
The handbook is the document that governs your exam day. Read it once, end to end, before you book.
Exam format and scoring
- National portion: 80 - 120 minutes
- State portion: 40 - 60 minutes
- Time: 180 minutes for both portions (120 national / 60 state)
- To pass: 70% on each portion
What the Ohio state portion covers
Use these weights to split your study time: the biggest rows are where the points are.
| Topic | Scored items |
|---|---|
| State governance of the real estate profession | 4 |
| License law and rules of the Ohio Real Estate Commission | 16 |
| Brokerage relationships (agency law) | 14 |
Retakes, deadlines and eligibility
- Retakes: Pass both portions within 12 months of your initial eligibility
Exam practice only. RealEstateExamKit does not provide, and does not replace, the pre-licensing education your state requires. Finish your commission-approved course first; we help you pass the exam that follows.
How close are you to a Ohio pass?
Take the free 25-question readiness check. You get a predicted score by topic and a study plan to your exam date.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Ohio real estate exam?
120 scored questions (80 national + 40 state).
What is the passing score for the Ohio real estate exam?
70% on each portion.
How much does the Ohio real estate exam cost?
The exam fee is $66 per attempt (both portions at one sitting; national only $46, state only $43).
How many pre-licensing hours does Ohio require?
100 hours. Principles and Practices 40 + Ohio Real Estate Law 40 + Appraisal 10 + Finance 10 We do not sell pre-licensing courses.
What happens if I fail the Ohio exam?
Pass both portions within 12 months of your initial eligibility.
Sources
- Ohio Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing (accessed 2026-09-23)
- PSI candidate information bulletin (accessed 2026-09-23)