Indiana DMV Practice Test
The Indiana permit knowledge test is run by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, which does not publish its question count or passing score. This page runs 50 questions and targets 80%, and says plainly that those numbers are ours, not the state's. Free, no signup.
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IndianaIndiana Bureau of Motor VehiclesIndiana Driver's Manual (2025)Checked 2026-07-24Open the official Indiana handbook
Before you go for the real Indiana test
| Minimum permit age | 15 |
|---|---|
| Permit fee | $9 |
IndianaBMVIndiana BMV — Learner's PermitChecked 2026-07-13Official source
Sample Indiana permit test questions
Orange-colored signs indicate:
- A. School zones
- B. Recreational areas
- C. Railroad crossings
- D. Construction zones
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D. Construction zones — Orange signs warn about construction or maintenance work zones. Slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and be ready for changing lane patterns.
Universal ruleMUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General)Traffic Signs — GeneralChecked 2026-08-01Read the source
Report a problemWhat is Indiana's maximum speed limit on rural interstate highways?
- A. 65 mph
- B. 55 mph
- C. 75 mph
- D. 70 mph
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D. 70 mph — Indiana's rural interstates are posted at 70 mph. Urban interstate segments in the Indianapolis metro area and other cities may be 55–65 mph. US and state highways in rural areas are typically 55–65 mph. Residential streets default to 30 mph; school zones to 20 mph when children are present. Work zones have strictly enforced reduced limits, often with fines doubled for speeding when workers are present.
IndianaIndiana Driver's ManualChapter 4 — Speed LimitsChecked 2026-06-10Read the source
Report a problemIn Indiana, you must signal a lane change:
- A. Just as you begin the lane change
- B. A reasonable time before moving (Indiana no longer specifies a fixed-footage rule, per a 2023 law change)
- C. 100 feet in advance at all times to warn other drivers of your intent
- D. Only if other vehicles are present
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B. A reasonable time before moving (Indiana no longer specifies a fixed-footage rule, per a 2023 law change) — Effective January 1, 2023 (House Enrolled Act 1167), Indiana removed its old fixed-distance signaling rule (previously 200 feet in town, 300+ feet on the highway) and replaced it with a requirement to signal a reasonable time before turning or changing lanes.
IndianaIndiana Driver's ManualLane Changing and PassingChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
Report a problemIn Indiana, when must all traffic — regardless of direction — stop for a stopped school bus?
- A. In designated school zones between 7 AM and 4 PM, but nowhere else
- B. Stopping is required only when a school-zone sign is posted nearby
- C. Only traffic traveling in the same direction must stop in all cases
- D. On any undivided road when the bus displays flashing red lights
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D. On any undivided road when the bus displays flashing red lights — Indiana requires all vehicles to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on undivided roads, from both directions. On a divided highway with a physical barrier, only same-direction traffic must stop. Indiana school zones are typically posted at 20 mph when children are present. Illegally passing a stopped school bus carries a fine of at least $500 for a first offense.
IndianaIndiana Driver's ManualChapter 4 — School Buses and School ZonesChecked 2026-06-10Read the source
Report a problemIn Indiana, which factor most increases the required following distance?
- A. Driving in the right lane
- B. Traveling in a school zone
- C. Poor visibility due to fog or heavy rain
- D. Driving on a divided highway
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C. Poor visibility due to fog or heavy rain — Fog and heavy rain sharply reduce both visibility and traction. Indiana drivers must dramatically increase following distance in these conditions to allow safe stopping.
IndianaIndiana Driver's ManualFollowing DistanceChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
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Questions last verified 2026-06-10 · Reviewed by the DMV Prep editorial team · Editorial policy
Before the Indiana knowledge test
These learner's permit requirements are separate from the written knowledge test score above. Use them to plan your application and supervised-driving timeline.
What to bring to the knowledge test:
- Proof of identity
- Proof of Social Security number
- Proof of lawful status
- Two proofs of Indiana residency
- Certificate of Driver Education if applying at 15
- Agreement of financial liability if under 18
Requirements last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: Indiana BMV — Learner's Permit ↗. See the complete Indiana permit requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in this Indiana DMV practice test?
This practice test uses 50 questions and a 80% study target — at least 40 correct answers. Confirm the current official exam format with the state licensing agency.
What score should I target for the Indiana written test?
Use 80% as the practice target on this site. The readiness dashboard tracks consistent performance; the state agency remains the source for current official requirements.
Is the Indiana permit test taken at the DMV?
In Indiana, driver licensing is handled by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), so you'll often see the exam called the BMV permit test or BMV written test. Confirm the current official format with BMV; this page uses DMV Prep's recorded practice configuration.
Is this Indiana practice test really free?
Yes. Every practice test on this page and everything in the DMV Prep app is free — no ads, no paywall, no account.
Where do these Indiana practice questions come from?
Questions use Indiana Driver's Manual and other handbook or regulatory references, and are not copied from live exams. Citation scope and recency are being revalidated across the bank.
Can I study for the Indiana permit test in Spanish?
Yes — try the Indiana practice test in Spanish. The DMV Prep app includes all 3,671+ questions in Spanish.
