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New Mexico · Electricians · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your New Mexico Electrician License

New Mexico electricians must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as required by Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
16 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers New Mexico electricians holding a license in one of these classes: journeyman electrician, journeyman lineman, Continuing education. Requirements are set by Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department.

When to renew

New Mexico electricians licenses renew every 3 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.rld.nm.gov/construction-industries/continuing-education/)

The continuing education New Mexico requires

Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department requires 16 hours of approved continuing education every 3 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Code change instructions — at least 8 hours
  • Other industry-related instruction — at least 8 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    New Mexico sets electricians requirements by license class (journeyman electrician, journeyman lineman, Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department requires 16 hours every 3 years, including Code change instructions, Other industry-related instruction. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the New Mexico electricians 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 New Mexico, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department

    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 Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department

Online courses for New Mexico electricians

New Mexico electrician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do New Mexico electricians need?
New Mexico electricians must complete 16 hours of board-approved continuing education every 3 years, as set by Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department.
Which license classes does the New Mexico electricians CE requirement apply to?
The 16 hours requirement applies to: journeyman electrician, journeyman lineman, Continuing education.
What topics are required for New Mexico electricians continuing education?
Construction Industries Division, New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department requires coverage of: Code change instructions (8 hours); Other industry-related instruction (8 hours).
Can New Mexico electricians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Mexico requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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