Every new commission applicant and every renewing notary must pass the exam before filing the application. The format: 45 multiple-choice questions drawn from the October 2026 Reference Manual, 60-minute time limit, 80% passing score (36 of 45 correct), open book with the manual built into the exam interface. Your passing score is valid 90 days. Registration runs through Pearson VUE ($35); see the transition explained and register only through azsos.gov’s current links.
