Indiana Permit Test Practice 2026
If you’re testing in Indiana, you’ll sit a written exam on signs, signals, right of way, and Indiana-specific rules. Below are 6 free practice questions and an Indiana cheat sheet. DMV Ready has unlimited practice in the same 50-question, 84%-to-pass format.
What’s on the Indiana permit test?
Plan on 50 questions for the Indiana permit test, with a 84% pass mark (around 42 correct). Questions come from the Indiana handbook and cover the standard categories - signs, signals, right of way, speed, alcohol - alongside an Indiana-specific section that catches people who studied with generic prep. Indiana’s BMV requires 84% to pass - higher than most states. Right-of-way and signaling carry weight.
Expect mostly recall questions: sign meanings, who goes first at a 4-way stop, what limits apply where. A handful of scenario questions test how you’d actually respond on the road.
The Indiana handbook isn’t interchangeable with another state’s. Practicing on the right material - Indiana-specific questions, Indiana rules - is the difference between passing first try and not.
Sample questions (free, no signup)
Here are 6 practice questions in the Indiana format. Tap each to reveal the answer and the explanation. Want unlimited? Get the app.
Question 1: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a motorcycle endorsement with your first Indiana driver’s license?
- 16 years and 90 days old
- 18 years old
- 16 years old
Correct answer: 16 years and 90 days old
Why: If you are obtaining your Indiana driver’s license for the first time, you can get a motorcycle endorsement at the same time, provided you are 16 years and 90 days of age or older and have completed a motorcycle safety course.
💡 Memory tip: Sweet 16 years + 90 days = motorcycle endorsement green light.
Question 2: What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a for-hire endorsement in Indiana?
- 16 years old
- 21 years old
- 18 years old
Correct answer: 18 years old
Why: A for-hire endorsement may be issued to Indiana residents who are at least 18 years of age and who have held a valid Indiana driver’s license for at least one year.
💡 Memory tip: For-hire in Indiana? 18 years old is the key.
Question 3: If you have held a probationary license for 200 days and are 17 years old, when can you NOT drive on weekdays?
- After midnight and before 6 a.m.
- Between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- After 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and before 5 a.m. Monday-Friday
Correct answer: After 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and before 5 a.m. Monday-Friday
Why: After holding a probationary license for 180 days and being under 18, you cannot drive Sunday through Thursday after 11 p.m. and Monday through Friday before 5 a.m.
💡 Memory tip: 11 p.m.. 5 a.m. = no drive: Sun. Thu nights, Mon. Fri mornings.
Question 4: During the first 180 days of having a probationary license, what are the night driving restrictions?
- Cannot drive between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
- Cannot drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Correct answer: Cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Why: Under Indiana’s graduated driver’s license (GDL) law, during the first 180 days of holding a probationary license, a driver under 18 may not drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless driving to or from work, a school-sanctioned activity, or in an emergency.
💡 Memory tip: First 180 days: 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. = no driving.
Question 5: Who can accompany you in the front seat during the first 180 days of your probationary license to allow passengers?
- Any licensed driver 18 or older
- A licensed driver 25 or older with valid privileges
- A parent or guardian of any age
Correct answer: A licensed driver 25 or older with valid privileges
Why: During the first 180 days, you may drive with passengers only if a licensed individual with valid driving privileges who is 25 years of age or older is seated in the front passenger seat.
💡 Memory tip: First 180: passengers only with a licensed 25+ in front passenger seat.
Question 6: What restriction applies to CDL drivers under 21 years of age in Indiana?
- They can only operate for intrastate commerce
- They must have a supervisor present at all times
- They can only operate vehicles during daylight hours
Correct answer: They can only operate for intrastate commerce
Why: Drivers under 21 years of age may operate a commercial motor vehicle for purposes of intrastate commerce only and are not eligible to apply for passenger or school bus endorsements.
💡 Memory tip: Under 21? Only intrastate commerce. no interstate travel!
Indiana-specific rules to know
Eight items pulled from the Indiana handbook that we keep seeing on the test. Quick read; high payoff.
- Driving rule - A single suspension from school does not typically result in the suspension of a juvenile’s driving privileges, whereas habitual truancy or withdrawing from school can lead to such action.
- License rules - You may drive with your child, stepchild, sibling, step or half-sibling, or spouse without another accompanying individual during the first 180 days after obtaining your probationary driver’s license.
- Speed limits - a Motor Driven Cycle (MDC) may not be operated at speeds greater than 35 miles per hour as specified by state law.
- Motorcycles - If you do not obtain a motorcycle endorsement before the expiration of the renewed permit, you must wait one year to reapply for a new motorcycle learner’s permit, or you must successfully…
- Seat belts - When operating an autocycle, the operator and each occupant must wear a seat belt.
- Motorcycles - According to Indiana law (IC 9-13-2-0.3), an autocycle is defined as a three-wheeled motor vehicle that must be equipped with a roll cage or roll hoops, safety belts for each occupant, and…
- Driving rule - A for-hire endorsement is required for vehicles registered as having a gross weight of at least 16,000 pounds, but not more than 26,000 pounds and operated for the purpose of transporting property…
- Provisional drivers - a Learner’s Permit is the specific credential issued to new drivers that allows them to practice driving under supervision before obtaining a full (or provisional) license.
How to schedule your Indiana permit test
You can typically schedule your Indiana permit test online through the official Indiana DMV / motor-vehicle agency website. Bring proof of identity, residency, and (if under 18) the required parent/guardian documentation. Fees vary by jurisdiction - check your local DMV office for current pricing. Some states require completion of driver’s education before testing.
This page references rules from the Indiana Driver’s Handbook. We are not affiliated with the Indiana DMV.
Studying in a neighboring state?
Each state’s exam is different. If you’re studying for a different state, here are nearby ones: Illinois permit test practice, Michigan permit test practice, Ohio permit test practice.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Indiana permit test?
The Indiana DMV permit test has 50 questions. You need to answer at least 84% correctly to pass.
What is the passing score for the Indiana permit test?
You need 84% to pass - that’s roughly 42 out of 50 questions correct.
How old do I have to be to take the Indiana permit test?
The minimum age in Indiana is 15. Check your local DMV office for any additional requirements like a parent’s signature or driver’s education enrollment.
Can I retake the Indiana permit test if I fail?
Yes. Most Indiana DMV offices let you retake the test, often after a short waiting period. Some locations charge a small re-test fee. Check your local DMV office for the exact rules.
Is the DMV Ready app good for Indiana?
It’s built around state-specific content. For Indiana, that means 50-question practice exams at 84% pass mark, with questions drawn from the Indiana driver handbook.
Practice unlimited Indiana questions in DMV Ready
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Practice in another state
Each state writes its own permit test - same general rules, different specific questions. Pick yours:
