How many CE hours do nurses need in Indiana?

Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.

What are the mandatory CE topics in Indiana?

Mandatory CE topics in Indiana include: No CE Required.

What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Indiana?

Nursing licenses in Indiana must be renewed every 2 years. The Indiana State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.

What is the RN renewal fee in Indiana?

The RN renewal fee in Indiana is $50. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Indiana State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.

When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Indiana?

Indiana nursing licenses are due october 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); october 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).

Is Indiana part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?

Yes. Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.

Does Indiana require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?

No. Indiana does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.

What license types does Indiana regulate?

Indiana regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.

How many CE hours do LPNs need in Indiana?

Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.

What does APRN renewal require in Indiana?

APRNs in Indiana complete 30 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $60. Indiana also requires 8 hours of APRN Pharmacology per renewal cycle (see the requirements table for details on who it applies to). Renewal deadlines in Indiana differ by license type: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

Indiana RN License Renewal Requirements

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As of 2026, Indiana requires no continuing-education hours for RN renewal. The RN renewal fee is $50 every 2 years.

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Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed CE-hour mandate
Renewal fee (RN)	$50
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal, making it one of the simplest renewal processes among the states we track. APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including 8 hours of pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing. Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees at $50 and is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, allowing nurses with a multistate license to practice across all compact states.

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How to Renew Your Indiana Nursing License

1Log in to the Indiana MyLicense Portal at mylicense.in.gov
2Click Renew Your License and select the correct license type
3Answer all disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history
4If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 30 CE hours
5Pay the renewal fee ($50 for RN/LPN) by credit or debit card
6Processing typically takes 24-48 hours

Visit the Indiana State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Indiana ranks #51 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the lightest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	0 / 2 yrs	$50
APRN	30 / 2 yrs	$60
LPN	0 / 2 yrs	$50

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APRN renewal in Indiana. 8 hours of APRN Pharmacology apply per renewal cycle (details in the requirements table below). Renewal deadlines here differ by license type; see Important Deadlines below. The board is only one clock: your national certification and any DEA registration renew on their own cycles. Full Indiana APRN renewal guide

CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPN	Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses must answer disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history.
APRN Prescriptive Authority CE	30	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours per 2-year cycle for APRNs with prescriptive authority, including 8 hours on pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing
APRN Pharmacology	8	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	8 hours of pharmacology CE for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)
APRN Opioid Prescribing	2	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours on opioid prescribing and opioid abuse for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs): Indiana CNA renewal is handled by the state nurse-aide registry, not the Board of Nursing, and follows a work-hours / in-service model rather than the CE above. Check your state nurse-aide registry for CNA requirements.

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No formal grace period, but late renewal is available up to 3 years with $50 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
Record Retention: The Indiana State Board of Nursing sets no fixed retention period, so keep your CE certificates in case of audit

Important Notes

• Indiana does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal, among the simplest renewal processes
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including pharmacology and opioid prescribing
• RN/APRN licenses expire October 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years
• Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees among states we track at $50
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Indiana State Board of Nursing.

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Late Fees & Reinstatement

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $100
LPN: $100

Already lapsed? The Indiana re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

CE Audit Information

Indiana requires no CE for RN/LPN renewal; only prescribing APRNs face CE audits (a random 1–10% of practice agreements), with a 2-year verification lookback.

Frequently asked questions about Indiana nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Indiana?: Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Indiana?: Mandatory CE topics in Indiana include: No CE Required.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Indiana?: Nursing licenses in Indiana must be renewed every 2 years. The Indiana State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Indiana?: The RN renewal fee in Indiana is $50. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Indiana State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Indiana?: Indiana nursing licenses are due october 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); october 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Indiana part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Indiana require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Indiana does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Indiana regulate?: Indiana regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Indiana?: Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What does APRN renewal require in Indiana?: APRNs in Indiana complete 30 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $60. Indiana also requires 8 hours of APRN Pharmacology per renewal cycle (see the requirements table for details on who it applies to). Renewal deadlines in Indiana differ by license type: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Indiana State Board of Nursing

https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/indiana-state-board-of-nursing/

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As of 2026, Indiana requires no continuing-education hours for RN renewal. The RN renewal fee is $50 every 2 years.

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Quick Facts

Renewal cycle	Every 2 years
Total CE hours (RN)	No fixed CE-hour mandate
Renewal fee (RN)	$50
Compact state (NLC)	Yes, NLC member · check your eligibility
License types	RN, APRN, LPN
Typical pay	See nurse salary by state

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Response deadline, retention rules, board address, and the rejections that get nurses dinged.

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Step-by-step walkthrough, common mistakes, and tips for a smooth renewal

How to Renew Your Indiana Nursing License

1Log in to the Indiana MyLicense Portal at mylicense.in.gov
2Click Renew Your License and select the correct license type
3Answer all disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history
4If APRN with prescriptive authority, attest to completing 30 CE hours
5Pay the renewal fee ($50 for RN/LPN) by credit or debit card
6Processing typically takes 24-48 hours

Visit the Indiana State Board of Nursing website for the official renewal portal.

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CE Hours by License Type

Indiana ranks #51 of 51 for RN renewal burden, one of the lightest in the country.See the CE Burden Index

Type	CE hours	Renewal fee
RN	0 / 2 yrs	$50
APRN	30 / 2 yrs	$60
LPN	0 / 2 yrs	$50

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CE Requirements

Category	Hours	Required	Types	Description
No CE Required	0	Required	RNLPN	Indiana does not require continuing education hours for RN or LPN license renewal. Nurses must answer disclosure questions on professional conduct and criminal history.
APRN Prescriptive Authority CE	30	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	30 contact hours per 2-year cycle for APRNs with prescriptive authority, including 8 hours on pharmacology and 2 hours on opioid prescribing
APRN Pharmacology	8	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	8 hours of pharmacology CE for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)
APRN Opioid Prescribing	2	Required	APRNFNPCRNACNMPMHNP	2 hours on opioid prescribing and opioid abuse for APRNs with prescriptive authority (included in the 30-hour total)

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Important Deadlines

Renewal Due: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN)
Grace Period: No formal grace period, but late renewal is available up to 3 years with $50 late fee; practicing on an expired license is prohibited
Record Retention: The Indiana State Board of Nursing sets no fixed retention period, so keep your CE certificates in case of audit

Important Notes

• Indiana does not require CE hours for RN or LPN renewal, among the simplest renewal processes
• APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 30 hours including pharmacology and opioid prescribing
• RN/APRN licenses expire October 31 of odd-numbered years; LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years
• Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state
• Indiana has the lowest RN renewal fees among states we track at $50
• This information is for guidance only. Always verify requirements with the Indiana State Board of Nursing.

CE Providers & Renewal

Approved CE Providers

ANCCIndiana State Board of Nursing

Renew Online

Late Fees & Reinstatement

Reinstatement Fees

RN: $100
LPN: $100

Already lapsed? The Indiana re-entry guide covers refresher rules, costs by lapse length, and the path back.

CE Audit Information

Indiana requires no CE for RN/LPN renewal; only prescribing APRNs face CE audits (a random 1–10% of practice agreements), with a 2-year verification lookback.

Frequently asked questions about Indiana nursing renewal

How many CE hours do nurses need in Indiana?: Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for RN renewal; nurses meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What are the mandatory CE topics in Indiana?: Mandatory CE topics in Indiana include: No CE Required.
What is the renewal cycle for nursing licenses in Indiana?: Nursing licenses in Indiana must be renewed every 2 years. The Indiana State Board of Nursing oversees license renewals.
What is the RN renewal fee in Indiana?: The RN renewal fee in Indiana is $50. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount on the Indiana State Board of Nursing portal before submitting.
When are nursing licenses due for renewal in Indiana?: Indiana nursing licenses are due october 31 of odd-numbered years (rn/aprn); october 31 of even-numbered years (lpn).
Is Indiana part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?: Yes. Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state, so an NLC multistate license allows practice in all compact states.
Does Indiana require CE Broker for tracking continuing education?: No. Indiana does not require CE Broker, though some nurses use it voluntarily to track CE across multiple states.
What license types does Indiana regulate?: Indiana regulates the following nursing license types: RN, APRN, LPN.
How many CE hours do LPNs need in Indiana?: Indiana does not require a set number of CE hours for LPN renewal; LPNs meet renewal through the board's continuing-competency requirements.
What does APRN renewal require in Indiana?: APRNs in Indiana complete 30 CE hours every 2 years for board renewal. The APRN renewal fee is $60. Indiana also requires 8 hours of APRN Pharmacology per renewal cycle (see the requirements table for details on who it applies to). Renewal deadlines in Indiana differ by license type: October 31 of odd-numbered years (RN/APRN); October 31 of even-numbered years (LPN). Your national certification renews separately with its certifying body on its own cycle.

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Indiana State Board of Nursing

https://www.in.gov/pla/professions/indiana-state-board-of-nursing/

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