Indiana
Registered Nurse CE & renewal requirements in Indiana (2026)
No contact hours required to renew, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial; all RN licenses expire October 31 of every odd-numbered year
Continuing education
No contact hours required to renew
No CEU requirement for active-license renewal. CE only applies for reinstatement after a 3+ year lapse (24-30 hrs incl. 8 hrs pharmacology).
Source: Indiana State Board of Nursing · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Indiana State Board of Nursing
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- How often do registered nurses renew their license in Indiana?
- Biennial; all RN licenses expire October 31 of every odd-numbered year
- How many contact hours do I need in Indiana?
- No contact hours required to renew. No CEU requirement for active-license renewal. CE only applies for reinstatement after a 3+ year lapse (24-30 hrs incl. 8 hrs pharmacology).
- Where do I renew my Registered Nurse license in Indiana?
- Through Indiana State Board of Nursing. 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.