Indiana permit test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost

The Indiana BMV does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 50 questions (16 road signs and 34 traffic rules) with 80% needed on each section, and our practice tests use that format.

You need 80% in each section to pass, per the Indiana BMV. Our practice tests mark 41 of 50 (13 of 16 road signs and 28 of 34 rules of the road), the commonly reported format.

You need 41 of 50 (13 of 16 road signs and 28 of 34 rules of the road) to pass, so in the commonly reported 50-question format you can get at most 9 wrong overall, and each section has its own mark. The best preparation is to study the official Indiana Driver's Manual (published July 2026) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.

$9 — Learner's permit, per the Indiana BMV.

Yes. This site has 2 free Indiana knowledge exam practice tests for 2026, each with 50 questions and the commonly reported pass mark of 41 of 50 (13 of 16 road signs and 28 of 34 rules of the road), plus a free road-sign quiz.

The Indiana BMV does not publish a time limit for the Indiana knowledge exam.

Knowledge Exam page: 'If you fail a knowledge exam you must wait until the next business day before taking another knowledge exam.' Manual: 'If you fail the knowledge exam, you must wait until the next business day to retake it.' No cap on knowledge-exam attempts published. 'If you've passed the knowledge exam, your results are valid for 180 days.' Arrive 'at least 30 minutes before it closes to take the computer-based knowledge exam that day.' A learner's permit expired more than 180 days requires a retest. Learner's permits are 'valid for two years from the date of issuance.'

The minimum age is 15, per the Indiana BMV.

Learner's Permit page: documents proving identity, Social Security number, lawful status and 'Indiana residency (two unique documents)'; an Indiana Residency Affidavit may replace the residency documents (signer at least 18 and living with the applicant); 'the BMV does not accept Matricula Consular cards'. Age 15 (under 16): 'show proof of your enrollment in a BMV licensed behind-the-wheel training provider by presenting a Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment', dated no earlier than three weeks before class start; 'The online course certificate of completion for theoretical training is not an acceptable document.' Age 16+: no driver education needed. Under 18: an emergency contact aged 18+ and an adult who signs the agreement of financial liability. A vision screening must be passed.

The official Indiana Driver's Manual (published July 2026). You can read it on the official site.