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How to Renew Your Indiana Real Estate Agent License

Indiana real estate agents must complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
36 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
June 30, 2029
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Indiana real estate agents holding a license in one of these classes: Broker, Managing Broker. Requirements are set by Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).

When to renew

Indiana real estate agents licenses renew every 3 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2029. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (IN Real Estate: 3-yr cycle; current window ends June 30, 2029 (in.gov/pla; cycle year corroborated by CE providers))

The continuing education Indiana requires

Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) requires 36 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Managing broker business and management skills and legal knowledge — at least 4 hours
  • 12 hrs each year July 1-June 30 (36 per 3-year cycle)
  • Managing brokers: 4 of the 12 annual hours must be managing broker CE
  • Core subjects: agency law, license & escrow law, real estate practices, environmental issues, ethics/standards

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Indiana sets real estate agents requirements by license class (Broker, Managing Broker). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is June 30, 2029.

  2. 2

    Complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) requires 36 hours every 3 years, including Managing broker business and management skills and legal knowledge, 12 hrs each year July 1-June 30 (36 per 3-year cycle), Managing brokers: 4 of the 12 annual hours must be managing broker CE, Core subjects: agency law, license & escrow law, real estate practices, environmental issues, ethics/standards. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Indiana real estate agents course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Indiana, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

Indiana real estate agent renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Indiana real estate agents need?
Indiana real estate agents must complete 36 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency).
Which license classes does the Indiana real estate agents CE requirement apply to?
The 36 hours requirement applies to: Broker, Managing Broker.
What topics are required for Indiana real estate agents continuing education?
Indiana Real Estate Commission (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) requires coverage of: Managing broker business and management skills and legal knowledge (4 hours); 12 hrs each year July 1-June 30 (36 per 3-year cycle); Managing brokers: 4 of the 12 annual hours must be managing broker CE; Core subjects: agency law, license & escrow law, real estate practices, environmental issues, ethics/standards.
Can Indiana real estate agents complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Indiana requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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