Amateur Radio License Testing & Renewal
📋 License Testing in Tioga County
TCARC offers ham radio license testing for new operators and upgrades in Tioga County, PA. Contact us to schedule ham radio license testing at our next exam session.
🗓 2026 Exam Schedule
Check-in: 8:30 AM • Testing begins: 9:00 AM
When: 3rd Saturday of each quarter
January 17, 2026April 18, 2026- July 18, 2026
- October 17, 2026
📍 Location
Tioga County Chamber of Commerce
114 Main Street, Wellsboro, PA 16901
Open map / directions
(Corner next to the courthouse.)
📝 Pre-Registration (Recommended)
While walk-ins are welcome, we strongly encourage candidates to pre-register through HamStudy so we can plan seating, materials, and volunteer examiners.
Pre-registration helps speed up check-in and ensures we have everything ready for you.
✅ What to Bring
- FCC FRN (Federal Registration Number).
If you don’t have one yet, you can create it ahead of time. - Photo ID
- Any existing license / CSCE (if upgrading)
- Optional: pencils, calculator (non-programmable), and a copy of your FRN
💵 Fees
- Exam session fee: $15.00
- FCC application fee: The FCC charges an application fee for new licenses, upgrades, and renewals (the amount may change over time).
Tip: If you’re not sure what to pay and when, don’t stress — we’ll help you through it at the session.
Whether you’re a first-time applicant or upgrading your license class, TCARC’s volunteer examiners are here to help.
Questions?
If you have questions about upcoming test sessions, upgrades, or renewal help, please visit our Contact page.
♻️ FCC License Renewal
If your amateur radio license is expiring or has recently expired, renewal is straightforward. We’ve put together a complete step-by-step guide covering the FCC ULS system, CORES payment, and downloading your new authorization.