Getting an Indiana learners permit is the first step towards obtaining a full drivers license. All first-time drivers who wish to get a driver’s license in Indiana must first obtain and hold a valid drivers permit before a driver’s license application can be started.

A BMV Indiana learning permit is a requirement whether you are younger than 20 years of age and are working towards getting a probational license, or 21 years of age or older and working towards getting a regular operator’s license. This permit allows you to practice driving a motor vehicle before getting a license as long as you follow the rules and regulations set in place for that permit.

To get a learning license, you must meet certain eligibility requirements first. These requirements include being at least 15 years of age and able to pass the applicable tests. It is advisable that you understand what the eligibility requirements are along with understanding the process involved in getting a permit so that you are prepared beforehand. If you are interested in learning more, continue reading.

NOTE: Driving applicants that take one of our DMV practice tests are 5x more likely to pass the BMV written exam.

Indiana Learners Permit Eligibility Guidelines

In order to get a drivers learners permit you must be eligible. There are drivers permit requirements that must be met for eligibility purposes. One of the most important requirements includes that you must be at least 15 years of age or older. Also, if you are 15, you must be enrolled in an approved driver education course and provide a Certificate of Driver Education Enrollment form from the course provider. Additionally, you must provide identification documents and pass both vision and knowledge exams.

If you are 16 years of age or older, you do not need to be enrolled in drivers ed. However, you must still provide identification documents and pass both vision and knowledge exams in order to be eligible for your permit.

How to Apply for a Learners Permit in Indiana

Getting a learners permit is not a complicated process, although it can be confusing if you are not prepared ahead of time. You must first understand where to get a learners permit and know that you must complete the process in person at a BMV location. If you are curious about how to get your driving permit online, you must understand that there is not an online option available for getting a permit – everything must be done in-person.

Understanding how to apply for a learners permit includes knowing that there are certain steps involved and particular documentation needed. To apply for a learner permit, you must do the following:

1. Show proof of enrollment in a driver education course if you are 15.
2. Present documents showing proof of your identity, Social Security number or ineligibility for an SSN, lawful status and Indiana residency.
3. Provide an Agreement of Financial Liability form, signed by your parent or legal guardian if you are younger than 18 years of age.
4. Pass a vision screening.
5. Pass a knowledge exam.
6. Pay any applicable fees.

The Indiana Drivers Permit Test

A learners permit test is an important requirement when you are applying for a permit. This BMV permit test is also referred to as the knowledge examination and is used to test your knowledge of various Indiana traffic laws, signs and safe driving techniques. The drivers permit test includes multiple choice questions concerning traffic maneuvers and types of traffic signs. All of the information on the exam is pulled from the Indiana driver’s manual.

The online drivers permit test is taken at a BMV center when you apply for your permit. If you are wondering what to bring to the Indiana permit test, know that there are not any materials that you need to bring because everything necessary will be provided for you. What you should know, however, is that it is advised that you arrive at the license branch at least one hour before the branch closes in order to have time to be able to take the exam that day. However, you do not need to schedule an appointment for the exam unless you need to have the examination read to you or if you are deaf or hard of hearing.

It is highly recommended that you take a BMV practice permit test in addition to studying the driver’s manual in order to be prepared for the exam. A practice test is a great way to study the material that you will be tested on along with getting comfortable with the format of the test.

If you fail the Indiana learners permit exam, you must wait until the next business day before taking another examination. However, by taking a practice test and reading through the driver’s manual, you can greatly decrease your chances of failing.

Indiana Driving Permit Rules and Restrictions

If you are wondering, “Who can you drive with a permit?” the answer is that you may start practicing driving with:

• A BMV-licensed driving instructor.
• A licensed driver who is at least 25 years of age who holds a valid Indiana driver’s license and is related to you by blood, marriage or legal status.
• Your spouse who is at least 21 years of age and holds a valid driver’s license.

In addition, there are other IN driving permit rules that you must follow when you obtain your permit. One of these learners permit rules includes that the licensed driver accompanying you must sit in the passenger seat of the vehicle when you are driving. Also, although there are no specific permit driving hours assigned for the permit, if you obtain a probationary license you may not drive between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. for the first 180 days of holding that license.

You may also have the question, “How long does a learner’s permit last?” and the answer to that question is that a permit is valid for two years from the date of issuance. However, that is only the case is you are a U.S. citizen. If you are a lawful temporary resident, the validity period of your permit may be shorter.

Indiana Learner Permit Fees

There are learner permit fees in Indiana that are part of the BMV permit cost that you must pay. The DMV permit price is as follows:

• Learners Permit: $9.00

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