Free Indiana BMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Indiana BMV written test on the first try. Our free Indiana permit practice tests are based directly on the official Indiana Driver's Handbook and contain the same types of questions you will see on test day. Each test covers traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving techniques, and Indiana-specific regulations. You need 80% correct to pass, so preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Indiana driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Indiana tests are listed below.
Indiana BMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Indiana driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 80% to pass (20 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Ways to practice
Learn with practice tests and flashcards, then take the mock test when you think you are ready.
Also try: the Indiana cheat sheet of rules and numbers, the hardest questions people miss most, or make your own test on the topics you find hard.
Indiana Permit Practice Tests
201 unique questions in the Indiana bank (38 Indiana-specific) - practice until you are confident
More Indiana Practice Tests
Official Indiana Driver's Handbook
The BMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Indiana Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 100+ Indiana questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the BMV test facts on the cover. Or print a 34-question test. All state PDFs →
Indiana Learner's Permit Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Bureau of Motor Vehicles publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Learner's Permit |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | Not published by the BMV |
| Test format | The test has two sections - traffic signs and traffic rules - and you need 80% or higher on each section. |
| Passing score | 80% correct |
| Wrong answers allowed | Depends on test length (not published) |
| Minimum age | 15 years old |
| Under-21 alcohol limit | 0.02% BAC or higher |
| Permit / test fee | $9 |
| If you fail | Next business day. |
| Online testing | No - the knowledge test must be taken in person. |
| Driver's education | Required for applicants under 16 (driver education lets you get the permit at 15; it is optional at 16 and older). |
| Supervised practice | 50 hours incl. 10 at night |
| Permit holding period | 180 days |
| Testing agency | Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) |
Sample Indiana Permit Test Questions
Three of the Indiana-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The Indiana bank behind the tests above holds 201 unique questions.
1. Indiana law requires drivers age 21 and older to use a cell phone while driving:
- A. Hands-free only (correct)
- B. Only on highways
- C. Not at all
- D. Only when stopped at a light
Why: Indiana prohibits using a telecommunications device while driving unless hands-free communication is enabled, or to call 911 in an emergency. Probationary drivers under 21 may not use a device at all except to call 911.
2. According to the Indiana Driver's Manual, wearing a seat belt increases a front-seat occupant's chance of survival by about:
- A. 45% (correct)
- B. 10%
- C. 25%
- D. 75%
Why: Indiana's manual notes seat belts increase the chance of survival by about 45% and cut the risk of serious injury by about half.
3. In Indiana, a driver under 21 can be cited for operating a vehicle with a BAC of:
- A. 0.02 or higher (correct)
- B. 0.05 or higher
- C. 0.08 or higher
- D. 0.10 or higher
Why: Indiana's under-21 limit is 0.02 BAC. At 0.08, any driver is considered legally intoxicated.
Indiana Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Indiana BMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Bureau of Motor Vehicles handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
At the crossroads of America - I-65 and I-70 through Indianapolis and Fort Wayne, plus race-week crowds at the Indy 500 - Indiana runs one of the Midwest's more demanding exams, covering road signs, right-of-way, and the move-over and distracted-driving laws. Our Indiana practice permit test is built from the official Indiana Driver's Manual so you pass at the BMV.
What to Expect on the Indiana Permit Test
The Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. The BMV does not publish the number of questions; to pass you need 80% correct. The test has two sections - traffic signs and traffic rules - and you need 80% or higher on each section. You must be at least 15 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Indiana driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the BMV asks.
Topics Covered on the IN Written Test
- Traffic Laws (Rules of the Road): State-specific rules of the road, including right-of-way, lane changing, and intersection rules
- Road Signs: Recognition and meaning of all standard road signs - warning, regulatory, and informational
- Speed Limits: Default speed limits, school zones, work zones, and highway speeds
- Safe Driving: Following distance, blind spots, defensive driving, and weather conditions
- Alcohol & Drugs: DUI laws, BAC limits, and consequences of impaired driving
- Parking Rules: Legal and illegal parking situations, curb colors, and distances
How to Prepare for the Indiana Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Indiana Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. The BMV writes its test from that handbook, so the rules you practise here are the rules you will be asked about. A sensible target: score at least 80% on several fresh practice tests in a row - and read the explanation on every miss - before you book your appointment.
Official Indiana BMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Bureau of Motor Vehicles website. You can also read the official Indiana driver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Indiana Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Indiana BMV written test?
The BMV does not publish how many questions are on the Indiana knowledge test. To pass you need 80% correct. The test has two sections - traffic signs and traffic rules - and you need 80% or higher on each section.
What is the phone rule for new drivers in Indiana?
Indiana drivers may use a phone only hands-free, or to call 911. Indiana prohibits using a telecommunications device while driving unless hands-free communication is enabled, or to call 911 in an emergency. Probationary drivers under 21 may not use a device at all except to call 911. (PDF p.50, Impaired and Dangerous Driving - telecommunications devices)
When are new drivers in Indiana not allowed to drive?
Probationary license, first 180 days: no driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. New probationary drivers may not drive from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for their first 180 days. After that, drivers under 18 still face later-night limits, such as after 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. (p.10 (PDF p.15), Probationary Driver's License Time Restrictions)
What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers under 21 in Indiana?
A driver under 21 in Indiana violates the zero-tolerance law at a BAC of 0.02% or higher - far below the 0.08% adult limit.
How many questions can you miss on the Indiana permit test?
You need at least 80% correct. The BMV does not publish the number of questions on the test, so the number you can miss depends on the test you get - on our 34-question simulator that is 6. The test has two sections - traffic signs and traffic rules - and you need 80% or higher on each section.
What is the Indiana learner's permit officially called?
Indiana issues the Learner's Permit. It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Indiana permit cost?
The published fee is $9. Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Bureau of Motor Vehicles website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Indiana permit test?
If you fail, Indiana lets you retake the knowledge test. Next business day. Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Indiana permit test online?
No - the knowledge test must be taken in person.
Is driver's education required for an Indiana permit?
Required for applicants under 16 (driver education lets you get the permit at 15; it is optional at 16 and older).
How long do I have to hold my Indiana permit?
Minimum holding period: 180 days. Required supervised practice: 50 hours incl. 10 at night.
Sources & Methodology
Every Indiana question on this page is written from the official Indiana driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Bureau of Motor Vehicles publications. Last reviewed: September 2026. Every question shows its own source under the explanation; all corrections are listed in our corrections log.
Chad Henry – Reviewer
After 25 years of teaching driver education
Chad Henry has taught driver education for 25 years and reviews every state's practice questions, quick facts and study guides against the official driver handbook and agency publications before they are published.
Last reviewed: September 2026
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/files/drivers-manual.pdf
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/
- https://iga.in.gov/laws/2025/ic/titles/9#9-30-5-8.5
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/learners-permits-and-drivers-licenses-overview/learners-permit/
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/learners-permits-and-drivers-licenses-overview/learners-permit/knowledge-exam
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/learners-permits-and-drivers-licenses-overview/drivers-license/
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/files/practice-knowledge-exam.pdf
- https://www.in.gov/bmv/files/Fee_Chart.pdf
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