New Jersey · Land Surveyors · 2026 renewal guide
How to Renew Your New Jersey Land Surveyor License
New Jersey land surveyors must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs).
Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs) rule on September 4, 2026.
- CE hours
- 24 hours
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Next deadline
- April 30, 2028
- Exam to renew
- Not required
Who has to renew
This guide covers New Jersey land surveyors holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs).
When to renew
New Jersey land surveyors licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is April 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (NJ Land Surveyors: biennial Apr 30 of even years; 24 CPC credits (njconsumeraffairs.gov))
The continuing education New Jersey requires
New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:
- 2 credits (max 8) in professional practice ethics
How to renew, step by step
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Confirm your license class and renewal date
New Jersey sets land surveyors requirements by license class (All licensees). 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 April 30, 2028.
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Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education
New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including 2 credits (max 8) in professional practice ethics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.
See the New Jersey land surveyors course - 3
Save your certificate of completion
Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.
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Make sure your hours reach the board
In New Jersey, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.
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Renew with New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs)
Submit your renewal 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 New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs)
New Jersey land surveyor renewal FAQ
- How many continuing education hours do New Jersey land surveyors need?
- New Jersey land surveyors must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs).
- What topics are required for New Jersey land surveyors continuing education?
- New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs) requires coverage of: 2 credits (max 8) in professional practice ethics.
- Can New Jersey land surveyors complete continuing education online?
- Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Jersey requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.
Sources
- New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (Division of Consumer Affairs) — official board site
- Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 4, 2026
- New Jersey Land Surveyors continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class