Texas
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Texas (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 12-month renewal cycle with Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 12 months
License renews annually by the last day of the birth month, but CPE is tracked on a rolling 3-year window
Continuing education
120 CPE per renewal
120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year period (no carryover), with a 20-hour minimum in each 12-month period; 4 hrs Texas-board-approved ethics required every 2 years
- Ethics (TX board-approved, every 2 years)
Source: Texas State Board of Public Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Texas State Board of Public Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Texas?
- License renews annually by the last day of the birth month, but CPE is tracked on a rolling 3-year window
- How many CPE do I need in Texas?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours per rolling 3-year period (no carryover), with a 20-hour minimum in each 12-month period; 4 hrs Texas-board-approved ethics required every 2 years
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Texas?
- Through Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.