Free amateur radio exams
License testing with MCARC
MCARC offers free examination sessions for new amateur radio licenses and upgrades at least three times each year, with additional dates when available. You do not need a club membership or website account to register.Upcoming dates
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MCARC schedules at least three free testing sessions per year. Please check back for the next published date or use the club Help page to contact us.
Contact MCARCWhat to expect
Arrive by the listed check-in time. The testing team will verify the session paperwork and explain the examination process. You may select more than one exam element when registering; actual attempts depend on the session and test-team procedures.
MCARC’s examination is free. Official VEC and FCC paperwork remains separate from this registration.
What to bring
Bring the identification, license evidence, and prior examination-credit documents requested by the testing team. Requirements can vary by coordinating VEC, so review the confirmation and session-specific checklist before arriving.
ARRL exam preparation referenceGetting your FCC Registration Number
An FCC Registration Number (FRN) is a 10-digit identifier used for FCC filings. Register through the official CORES system. If you need help, you can reserve your place first by choosing “I need help obtaining an FRN.”
Open official FCC CORES