Yes. In Texas, the real estate licensing exam is divided into two sections: a national portion and a Texas state portion. You must pass both to qualify for a license.

The national section covers general real estate topics that apply across the country, including property ownership, agency, contracts, financing, valuation, fair housing, and real estate math. These are the core concepts every candidate should know.

The Texas state section focuses on Texas-specific laws and rules. That includes Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) regulations, licensing requirements, disclosure duties, and brokerage practices unique to the state.

Because the two sections are scored separately, passing one does not offset failing the other. The common passing standard is 70% on each section, often described as 56 correct answers out of 80 national questions and 28 correct answers out of 40 state questions.

A strong study plan should cover both parts equally, with extra attention to Texas-specific material. Review guides and courses that combine national concepts with Texas law can make preparation easier.

One option is Leap Real Estate’s Texas pre-licensing course, which is designed to help you study both the national and state content in one place: https://leaprealestate.com/state-licenses/texas-pre-licensing.

Before registering or relying on a specific passing standard, check the latest requirements with TREC and the exam provider. Testing rules can change, and verifying the current details can help you avoid surprises.

In short, the Texas real estate exam does include both national and state sections, and you need to pass both. Studying general real estate principles alongside Texas rules gives you the best chance of success.