Is there a time limit on taking the NCLEX

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Hi,

I was just wondering if there is a time limit on taking the nclex after graduating from an accredit nursing school, whether it be months or years.

I went to school for practical nursing and graduated in 2011. I took the NCLEX twice, got the complete amount of questions possible both times but did not pass either time. I did really good in school but have always been a horrible test taker. I waited too long after i graduated to take it the first time but then I had such anxiety taking the test the first time but probably 100x more the second because I knew what i was getting myself into. So the mixture of the anxiety and the failure scared me away from trying a third time.

So I'm really wondering if I wasted my education and it's too late to try again.

Thank you

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I think you can take it up to 4-5 times. Don't quote me on that though.

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Call the state board of nursing where you live.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

Each state has their own requirements so really, as mentioned, check with your state

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Every state is different. In Texas, the time limit is 4 years from when you graduate, and I believe it is unlimited how many times, but each time is at least 45 days apart. HTH... Good Luck! I took mine 3.5 years after graduating and passed the first time... everyone told me it was statistically impossible, but I did it! So can you!

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I took mine 3.5 years after graduating and passed the first time... everyone told me it was statistically impossible, but I did it! So can you!

Anyone who told you it was statistically impossible doesn't know statistics lol, it's true you had a lower than average chance to pass it but obviously you did pass so definitely not impossible. Congratulations!

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I graduated in 2011 and took the NCLEX March of 2016 for the first time and passed. Right after I graduated we moved to a new state and then there was a lot of upheaval with changes to my family life. The more time passed, the less confident I was in my ability to pass. Anyway, I put on the big girl panties and went in front of the Indiana BON. In order to get authorization to test, I had to take a course that would certify my chances of passing the NCLEX at 95%. (ATI) It was expensive and took three months of intensive study - but it worked out. I had a fantastic educator and mentor. So, it is possible:). I wish you all the best.

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