RN License Renewal in Indiana (2026)

RN license renewal in Indiana is handled by the Indiana State Board of Nursing (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency), which requires Registered Nurse (RN)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 RN renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial, expiring October 31 of each odd-numbered year regardless of when the license was issued. The window opens up to 90 days before expiration; there is no grace period, so practice must stop if the license lapses.
CE hours required	None required
Renewal fee	$50.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Indiana State Board of Nursing (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

Go to the official Indiana State Board of Nursing (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) renewal page →

Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Indiana State Board of Nursing (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency). manual review of Indiana PLA nursing licensing page and Indiana Code 25-23-1-16.1.

Continuing-education requirements for RNs in Indiana

Indiana has no continuing-education requirement to renew an RN license — renewal requires only the fee and the renewal application.

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How to renew your RN license in Indiana

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Indiana State Board of Nursing (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: Standard renewal fee is $50; a late/expired renewal adds a $50 penalty ($100 total) and can be done online if expired under 3 years (3+ years requires reinstatement). Nurse Licensure Compact licenses pay an extra $25 (IC 25-23-1-16.1).

RN license renewal in Indiana: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my RN license in Indiana?

Indiana RN licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial, expiring October 31 of each odd-numbered year regardless of when the license was issued. The window opens up to 90 days before expiration; there is no grace period, so practice must stop if the license lapses.

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

Indiana does not require continuing-education hours to renew a standard RN license. Indiana has no continuing-education requirement to renew an RN license — renewal requires only the fee and the renewal application. Confirm the current rule with the Indiana State Board of Nursing (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

Can I renew my Indiana RN license online?

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

What happens if I let my Indiana RN 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 (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) promptly if your license has lapsed.

Renew the same license in another state

All states: Registered Nurse (RN) renewal