To register to retake the NCLEX:
- Contact your nursing regulatory body (NRB) and notify them that you plan to retake the exam. Determine what materials or fees you need to resubmit to the NRB.
- Reregister with Pearson at https://www.nclex.com/register.htm or by contacting Pearson directly.
- Once the NRB makes you eligible you will receive a new Authorization to Test (ATT) and be able to schedule an exam date.
Candidates must wait a minimum of 45 test free days between each examination. This length of time will be reflected in the new ATT’s dates. Please note – If you missed an exam appointment or your ATT expired, you do NOT have to wait 45 days before you can retest.
Questions regarding testing limits, resubmitting materials, background checks, or licensing/registration fees should be directed to your NRB.
Helpful Information:
- You can refer to our list of NCSBN member nursing regulatory bodies (NRBs) to find contact information, including a link to the NRB’s website.
- You may find contact information for Pearson NCLEX Candidate Services (phone and chat options) at https://home.pearsonvue.com/Clients/NCLEX/Customer-service.aspx.
- State-specific details on licensure and application requirements can be found at our Nurse Licensure Guidance page.