The short answer is yes. NMC revalidation can be done online — from tracking your CPD and practice hours right through to submitting your application through the NMC's online portal.

But "online" means different things at different stages. The NMC doesn't provide a full digital portfolio tool (they rely on you keeping your own records). What they do provide is a portal to submit your final application. How you manage everything before that point is up to you.

This guide covers exactly what can be done online, where the NMC's portal fits in, and how nurses are managing their revalidation digitally from start to finish.

Can You Submit Your Revalidation Online?

Yes. The NMC's online system — accessed through MyNMC — is where you submit your revalidation application. Your online application opens 60 days before your revalidation application date.

Through MyNMC you can:

• View your revalidation date — check exactly when your three-year cycle ends
• Complete your online application — declare that you've met all revalidation requirements
• Upload supporting documents — if requested (though most nurses simply complete the online declaration)
• Track your application status — see when it's been received and processed

The NMC moved to an entirely online submission process several years ago. There is no paper-based alternative for the final submission — it all happens through MyNMC.

What Do You Need to Submit for Revalidation?

Whether you submit online or not, the requirements haven't changed. You need to demonstrate you've met all the revalidation standards over your three-year cycle:

• 450 hours of registered practice (or 900 if on both parts of the register)
• 35 hours of CPD — at least 20 of which must be participatory
• Five written reflective accounts — each linked to the NMC Code
• Five pieces of practice-related feedback
• A reflective discussion with another NMC registrant
• A confirmation sign-off from a confirmer (usually your manager)

The NMC doesn't require you to submit all of this evidence when you apply online. You need to have it ready in case you're selected for audit — but the online submission itself is largely a declaration that you've met the requirements.

How Nurses Manage Revalidation Online Before Submitting

This is where most nurses looking for "can I do revalidation online" actually need answers. The NMC portal handles the final step, but what about the three years leading up to it?

Nurses use a few different approaches:

1. Spreadsheets and folders

Still the most common method. You log CPD in a spreadsheet, keep certificates in a folder (physical or digital), write reflections in a Word document, and store feedback emails. It works, but it's fragmented and easy to fall behind on.

2. The NMC's downloadable forms

The NMC provides PDF forms you can fill in digitally — including the reflective account form, practice hours log, and CPD record. These can be saved to your computer or cloud storage. They're useful for staying organised, but you're still managing multiple files.

3. Revalidation apps and tools

A growing number of nurses use dedicated apps that keep everything in one place. Revalidation Copilot, for example, lets you log practice hours, track CPD types, write reflective accounts (by voice or text), and store feedback — all in one app. When you're ready, you export your portfolio in a structured format.

The advantage of an app-based approach is consistency. Ten minutes a month keeping your portfolio up to date is far less stressful than scrambling for evidence three years later.

Can You Upload Your Portfolio to the NMC?

The NMC's online portal doesn't accept full portfolio uploads as part of the standard application. You submit a declaration confirming you've met the requirements. Your portfolio is your own record that you keep in case of audit.

If you're selected for audit (a random sample of revalidations is checked each cycle), the NMC will ask you to submit your evidence. You can submit these documents digitally through the MyNMC portal.

In practice, the audit process works like this:

1. You submit your revalidation application online
2. If selected for audit, the NMC contacts you via MyNMC
3. You upload your evidence (CPD records, reflective accounts, feedback, confirmation form)
4. The NMC reviews your submission and confirms it meets the standards

Is the NMC's Online Portal Enough?

The NMC's portal does exactly what it needs to do — handle the final submission and provide access to your registration details. But it's not a portfolio management tool. You're expected to keep your own records and only submit through MyNMC when your revalidation is due.

This is where having a separate system matters. Nurses who rely solely on the NMC portal often find themselves scrambling to piece together three years of evidence when their revalidation date approaches. Using a dedicated app throughout the cycle means your portfolio builds itself as you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit my NMC revalidation without filling in paper forms?

Yes. The NMC's online system is entirely digital. You don't need to print, sign, or post anything. Your online declaration through MyNMC is sufficient.

Do I need to upload my reflective accounts to the NMC?

Not during the standard application. You keep your reflective accounts in your portfolio and only submit them if you're selected for audit.

Can I use my phone for NMC revalidation?

Yes. MyNMC is accessible through a mobile browser. Apps like Revalidation Copilot also let you log CPD, dictate reflections, and track hours directly from your phone.

Is the NMC's online portal secure?

Yes. MyNMC uses two-factor authentication and meets NHS digital standards for data security.

What happens if I can't access the online portal?

You can contact the NMC's registration team for assistance. For nurses without reliable internet access, reasonable adjustments can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

More Revalidation Resources

• How Soon Can I Revalidate with NMC?
• Why Do Nurses Revalidate Every 3 Years?
• What is NMC Revalidation?
• NMC Revalidation: Step-by-Step Guide
• NMC Revalidation Changes 2026

Make Revalidation Easier From Start to Finish

The answer to "can I do my revalidation online?" is yes — but the real question is how to make the process smooth for the entire three-year cycle, not just the final submission.

Revalidation Copilot was built for exactly this. Log your practice hours, track your CPD (with participatory/non-participatory separation), write reflective accounts using voice or text, and store your feedback — all in one place. When submission time comes, export your portfolio and complete your online application through MyNMC.