Auto Mechanic License Requirements in New Jersey
License RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Office of Consumer Protection
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Motorist Protection Act Registered Dealer/Repairer
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
New Jersey requires auto repair shops to be registered under the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Inspection and Repair Act through the Division of Consumer Affairs. Individual mechanics are not required to hold a personal state license, but repair facilities must meet registration requirements. Emissions inspection technicians must be certified by NJ Motor Vehicle Commission. Verify current individual requirements at njconsumeraffairs.gov.