NCLEX-RN/Retake rules
NCLEX-RN Retake Rules & Failure Policies (2026)
Retest rules from NCSBN.
- 45 test-free days between exams
- Mandatory Waiting Period
- Up to 8 times a year; some nursing regulatory bodies set stricter limits or longer waits
- Attempt Limits
- Full re-examination registration fee applies for each attempt.
- Retest Fee
Retake Policy — NCSBN
- Waiting period: 45 test-free days between exams
- Attempt limits: Up to 8 times a year; some nursing regulatory bodies set stricter limits or longer waits
- Retest cost: Full re-examination registration fee applies for each attempt.
Comparing NCLEX-RN
- NCLEX-RN is one of 5 exam groups in Healthcare whose owner publishes a waiting period.
- Attempt limits are published by 6 exam groups in Healthcare, NCLEX-RN included.
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Frequently Asked Questions About NCLEX-RN Retakes
45 test-free days between exams
Up to 8 times a year; some nursing regulatory bodies set stricter limits or longer waits
Full re-examination registration fee applies for each attempt.