Indiana DMV practice test (2026)

Indiana permit test: key facts

Passing score

80% or higher correct on each component

“On the actual knowledge examination, you must have 80% or higher correct on each component to pass the exam.” — Indiana driver handbook, page 68

Minimum age for a learner permit

At least 15 years of age

“If you are under 16 years of age, you must meet the following requirements to obtain a learner’s permit: • Be at least 15 years of age and show proof of your enrollment in” — Indiana driver handbook, page 8

How long to hold the permit (drivers under 18)

Minimum of 180 days for applicants that are at least 16 years old and less than 18 years of age

“For applicants that are at least 16 years old and less than 18 years of age: • must hold learner’s permit for a minimum of 180 days” — Indiana driver handbook, page 14

Limits for new drivers under 18

No driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for first 180 days; passenger limits not stated

“Probationary Driver’s License Time Restrictions For the first 180 days after obtaining your probationary driver’s license, you may not drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.” — Indiana driver handbook, page 15

If you fail the knowledge test

Wait until the next business day before retaking

“If you fail the knowledge exam, you must wait until the next business day to retake it.” — Indiana driver handbook, page 10

Copied from the handbook with the page; rules change, so check the current edition or your DMV before the test.