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Indiana BMV Permit Practice Test 2026

The Indiana BMV knowledge exam has two sections, traffic maneuvers and traffic signs, and you need 80% on each to get your learner's permit. These questions cover Indiana's own rules from the Indiana Driver's Manual first, then general US rules and road signs.

Read before you practiseStart with the Indiana Driver's Manual Study Guide: plain-language notes, diagrams and the numbers to remember.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    What is the minimum age for an Indiana learner's permit if you are enrolled in driver education?
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    Answer: D. 15

    With proof of enrollment in BMV-licensed driver education, you can get a learner's permit at 15. Without it, the minimum age is 16.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    What is the minimum age for an Indiana learner's permit without driver education?
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    Answer: D. 16

    Without driver education enrollment, the minimum learner's permit age in Indiana is 16.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    How long is an Indiana learner's permit valid?
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    Answer: A. Two years from the date it is issued

    An Indiana learner's permit is valid for two years from issuance.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    A 16-year-old Indiana permit holder not in driver education may practice with which supervisor?
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    Answer: D. A licensed relative age 25 or older, or a licensed spouse age 21 or older

    Teens not in driver education may drive with a licensed driver 25 or older related by blood, marriage or legal status, a licensed spouse 21 or older, or an instructor.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    Where must the supervising driver sit when an Indiana learner's permit holder drives?
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    Answer: D. In the front passenger seat

    All supervisors of permit holders must be in the front passenger seat.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    How long must you hold an Indiana learner's permit before getting a probationary license?
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    Answer: A. At least 180 days

    You must hold a valid learner's permit for at least 180 days.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    How many hours of supervised practice must you log for an Indiana license?
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    Answer: B. At least 50, with 10 at night

    Indiana requires at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including at least 10 at night, logged on State Form 54706.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Does an Indiana applicant who is 18 or older need the 50 hours of supervised practice?
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    Answer: D. Yes, the same 50-hour rule applies

    Applicants 18 and older must complete the same 50-hour supervised driving requirement.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    What is the minimum age for an Indiana probationary license if you finish BMV-licensed driver education?
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    Answer: A. 16

    With driver education the minimum age is 16. Without it, you must be 16 years and 270 days old.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    What is the minimum age for an Indiana probationary license without driver education?
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    Answer: D. 16 years and 270 days

    Applicants who do not complete driver education must be at least 16 years and 270 days old.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    During the first 180 days with an Indiana probationary license, when may you NOT drive?
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    Answer: D. 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.

    For the first 180 days, probationary drivers may not drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    During the first 180 days with an Indiana probationary license, which passengers may you carry without an adult in the front seat?
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    Answer: A. Your child, stepchild, sibling or spouse

    No passengers are allowed unless a licensed driver 25 or older, a spouse 21 or older, or an instructor is in front. You may drive your child, stepchild, siblings or spouse.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    After 180 days, when may an Indiana probationary driver under 18 NOT drive on Saturday and Sunday mornings?
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    Answer: B. 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.

    After 180 days, drivers under 18 may not drive from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    After 180 days, from what time on Sunday through Thursday nights may an Indiana probationary driver under 18 NOT drive?
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    Answer: B. After 11 p.m.

    Drivers under 18 may not drive after 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, or before 5 a.m. Monday through Friday.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    Which trip is an exception to Indiana's probationary night driving limits?
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    Answer: D. Driving to or from lawful employment

    Exceptions include employment, school-sanctioned activities, religious events, and driving with a licensed adult 25 or older or a spouse 21 or older.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    Until what age is an Indiana probationary license valid?
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    Answer: B. 21 years and 30 days

    A probationary license is valid until age 21 years and 30 days. Renewing at 21 removes the probationary restrictions.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    What does Indiana law say about using a phone while driving?
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    Answer: A. Drivers may not hold or use a phone unless it is hands-free or the call is to 911

    Indiana drivers may not use a handheld telecommunications device while driving, except hands-free or voice-operated use or a 911 call.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    Who must wear a seat belt in Indiana when the vehicle is moving?
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    Answer: C. Every occupant, if the vehicle has belts installed

    Every occupant must wear a seat belt whenever the vehicle is moving, if it has factory-installed belts.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    How is the Indiana knowledge exam divided?
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    Answer: D. Into two sections, traffic maneuvers and traffic signs, scored separately

    The exam has two sections, traffic maneuvers and traffic signs, and each is scored separately.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    What score do you need on each section of the Indiana knowledge exam?
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    Answer: D. 80% or higher

    You must get 80% or higher on each section to pass.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    If you fail the Indiana knowledge exam, when can you take it again?
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    Answer: D. The next business day

    You must wait until the next business day to retake a failed knowledge exam.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    If you fail the Indiana driving skills exam, how long must you wait to retake it?
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    Answer: A. 7 days

    After a failed skills exam you wait 7 days. After three failures on a learner's permit, you wait two months.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    How late can you arrive at an Indiana BMV branch to take the knowledge exam?
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    Answer: B. At least 30 minutes before the branch closes

    No appointment is needed, but you must arrive at least 30 minutes before the branch closes.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    Which statement about Indiana knowledge exam languages is true?
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    Answer: A. It is offered in many languages, including Burmese, Chin and Spanish

    Indiana offers the exam in 19 languages besides English, such as Burmese, Chin, Punjabi and Spanish. American Sign Language is available through a scheduled translator.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    What proof of driver education does Indiana accept for a 15-year-old's learner's permit?
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    Answer: A. A Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment from a BMV-licensed provider

    Fifteen-year-olds need a Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment from a BMV-licensed behind-the-wheel provider. An online completion certificate is not accepted.

What to know before the test

  • The knowledge exam has two sections, traffic maneuvers and traffic signs. You need 80% or higher on each.
  • No appointment is needed, but arrive at least 30 minutes before the branch closes. If you fail, you can retest the next business day.
  • The exam is offered in English and 19 other languages, and ASL can be arranged through a translator.
  • You can get a learner's permit at 15 with driver education enrollment, or at 16 without it.
  • You must hold the permit 180 days and log 50 hours of practice, including 10 at night.
  • Probationary licenses carry night and passenger limits and last until age 21 years and 30 days.

Frequently asked questions

What score do you need to pass the Indiana permit test?

80% or higher on each of the two sections: traffic maneuvers and traffic signs.

Do I need an appointment for the Indiana knowledge exam?

No. Walk in to a BMV branch, but arrive at least 30 minutes before it closes.

What happens if I fail the Indiana permit test?

You can take it again the next business day.

How old do you have to be to get a permit in Indiana?

15 if you are enrolled in BMV-licensed driver education, or 16 without driver education.

How many supervised hours does Indiana require?

At least 50 hours, including 10 at night, logged on State Form 54706. This applies to adults too.

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