LPN License Renewal in Indiana (2026)

LPN license renewal in Indiana is handled by the Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency), which requires Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)s to renew every 24 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.

Indiana LPN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial fixed-date renewal: LPN licenses expire October 31 of every even-numbered year, regardless of original issue date. The renewal cycle opens no later than 90 days before expiration.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

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Continuing-education requirements for LPNs in Indiana

Indiana requires no continuing education (CEU) for renewal of an LPN (or RN) license. The official PLA nursing licensing page states there are no CEU requirements for LPN/RN renewal, so no continued-competency hours or practice-hours pathway applies.

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How to renew your LPN license in Indiana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) portal.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Indiana calls the credential Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); only California and Texas use Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). Licensing is handled by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA) on behalf of the Indiana State Board of Nursing. Renewal is online via the PLA portal using an Access Indiana account. A license expired less than 3 years can be renewed online with a $50 late fee added to the $50 renewal (total $100). No CE is mandated, so there is no CE tracking vendor. Renewal fee verified against PLA nursing page; for the most current fee always check the live PLA renewal application, as published fee schedules can change.

LPN license renewal in Indiana: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my LPN license in Indiana?

Indiana LPN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial fixed-date renewal: LPN licenses expire October 31 of every even-numbered year, regardless of original issue date. The renewal cycle opens no later than 90 days before expiration.

How many CE hours are required to renew an LPN license in Indiana?

Indiana does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard LPN license. Indiana requires no continuing education (CEU) for renewal of an LPN (or RN) license. The official PLA nursing licensing page states there are no CEU requirements for LPN/RN renewal, so no continued-competency hours or practice-hours pathway applies. Confirm the current rule with the Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

Can I renew my Indiana LPN license online?

Yes — Indiana offers online renewal through the Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Indiana LPN license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $50 may apply. Contact the Indiana State Board of Nursing (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) renewal