The introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors alters the conventional way of anti-cancer treatment. The anti-cancer effect of immune checkpoint inhibitors is attributed to enhancing the recognition and eradication of tumor cells by T cells. However, immune checkpoint inhibitors could also cause immune-related adverse events (irAEs). IrAE with renal involvement is rare, and once occurs, it commonly manifests as acute tubulointerstitial nephritis. General laboratory studies have limited specificity for identifying renal irAE. To achieve definitive diagnosis, renal biopsy is crucial. Renal irAE has good therapeutic response to steroid treatment. In this article, we introduce the pathophysiology, the manifestation of acute kidney injury, diagnosis and treatment of renal irAE.