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South Dakota Electrical Commission
2024 Renewals Available Online
Our new Online Renewal System is available. Please refer to our 2024 South Dakota Electrician Renewal Step-by-Step Guide for assistance with logging in for the first time and renewing your licenses through the online portal. If you receive an error message stating you have NO ACCESS, please call the office to update your email address.
Once your renewal is accepted, you can print/download your license from the Licensee Portal (under the Certificate and Pocket Card option).
If you have issues logging in, please email or call the office at 605.773.3573 for assistance. See the 2024 Renewal section on our Forms page for further information.
The South Dakota Electrical Commission works to keep the citizens of our state and their property safe from the hazards associated with using electricity. The Commission administers the state laws and regulations concerning electrical wiring, inspects wiring installations, investigates complaints related to electrical wiring and licenses all electricians within the state.
The Commission, a unit of state government, should not be confused with the South Dakota Electrical Council, which is a non-profit organization supporting the electrical industry in South Dakota.
The Board is self-supporting and generates its revenues from fees charged to applicants and licensees. The Board meetings are open to the public, with meeting agendas and minutes posted on this website and the State of South Dakota Boards and Commissions portal after they have been prepared and approved.
2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) Effective Nov. 12
All permits received on or after Tuesday, Nov. 12, will be inspected using the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC).
Examinations
Starting December 2, 2024, all tests will be on the 2023 NEC code.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is provided as a courtesy to applicants and licensees. Reference should be made to South Dakota Codified Law (SDCL) and Administrative Rules of South Dakota (ARSD) for the most recent, complete and official information available. The SDEC is not liable for any inaccurate or non-current information, nor any sites linked to from this website.
Contact Us
Program Director: Pam Overweg
South Dakota Electrical Commission
Department of Labor & Regulation
217 W. Missouri Ave.
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: 605.773.3573
Fax: 605.773.6213
Email