CPA License Renewal in New Jersey (2026)

CPA license renewal in New Jersey is handled by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy, which requires Certified Public Accountant (CPA)s to renew every 36 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

New Jersey CPA renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	36 months
Deadline rule	Individual CPA licenses renew on a fixed statewide triennial cycle, with all licenses expiring December 31 of the third year (the current triennium runs Jan 1, 2024 through Dec 31, 2026). Renewal notices are mailed roughly 60 days before the printed expiration date, and renewal must be completed online by that December 31 deadline.
CE hours required	120 hours
Renewal fee	$135.00
Online renewal	Yes
CE tracking system	Self-reported CPE (no third-party tracker like CE Broker); CPE attested at renewal and documented via Board credit summary sheets, subject to audit
Governing body	New Jersey State Board of Accountancy

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Continuing-education requirements for CPAs in New Jersey

120 CPE credits per triennial period, with a minimum of 20 credits accrued in each year of the triennium. At least 60 credits must be in technical subjects (e.g., accounting, taxation, business law, IT), and licensees in public practice must include at least 24 credits in accounting or auditing. A 4-credit New Jersey Law and Ethics course from a Board-approved provider is required each triennial period and cannot be completed via self-study. CPE must come from a Board-approved sponsor or a NASBA-registered provider. Governed by N.J.A.C. 13:29 subchapter 6.

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How to renew your CPA license in New Jersey

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy portal.
Complete the required 120 CE hours and confirm they appear in Self-reported CPE (no third-party tracker like CE Broker); CPE attested at renewal and documented via Board credit summary sheets, subject to audit.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Fees from N.J.A.C. 13:29-1.5: triennial registration (renewal) $135; late renewal fee $50; reinstatement of license $150; inactive status renewal $60. Online renewal is processed through the state portal at newjersey.mylicense.com, not through the NJCPA society. The $135 is the full first-year-of-triennium fee; prorated initial-license fees apply to new licensees entering mid-triennium ($90 year 2, $45 year 3) but the standard individual renewal fee is $135. NJCPA (njcpa.org) is a private professional association, not the licensing body.

CPA license renewal in New Jersey: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my CPA license in New Jersey?

New Jersey CPA licenses renew every 36 months. Individual CPA licenses renew on a fixed statewide triennial cycle, with all licenses expiring December 31 of the third year (the current triennium runs Jan 1, 2024 through Dec 31, 2026). Renewal notices are mailed roughly 60 days before the printed expiration date, and renewal must be completed online by that December 31 deadline.

How many CE hours are required to renew an CPA license in New Jersey?

Approximately 120 continuing-education hours per cycle. 120 CPE credits per triennial period, with a minimum of 20 credits accrued in each year of the triennium. At least 60 credits must be in technical subjects (e.g., accounting, taxation, business law, IT), and licensees in public practice must include at least 24 credits in accounting or auditing. A 4-credit New Jersey Law and Ethics course from a Board-approved provider is required each triennial period and cannot be completed via self-study. CPE must come from a Board-approved sponsor or a NASBA-registered provider. Governed by N.J.A.C. 13:29 subchapter 6. Confirm the current requirement with the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy.

Can I renew my New Jersey CPA license online?

Yes — New Jersey offers online renewal through the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy. Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my New Jersey CPA license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

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