Indiana road test
Indiana BMV driving skills test
Indiana's driving skills exam requires an appointment at a BMV branch unless you use an eligible licensed driver-training school. The BMV checks applicant and vehicle requirements before the test begins.
- 48 hoursminimum booking lead
- 7 dayswait after failed skills exam
- 2 yearspassing result validity, or permit expiry
Book the test in advance
BMV says branch driving tests must be scheduled at least 48 hours and no more than three weeks ahead.
Bring an eligible vehicle
The vehicle must be insured and pass the pre-test inspection, including lights, signals, doors, windshield visibility and other safety items.
Know the failure and validity rules
After a failed driving skills exam, wait seven days. A passing result remains valid for two years or until the learner permit expires, whichever happens first.
Related Road to Permit guides
Official sources
- Indiana BMV — Learner's Permit
- Indiana BMV — Knowledge Exam
- Indiana BMV — Driver's Manual
- Indiana BMV — Driver's License
- Indiana BMV — Driving Skills Test
- Indiana BMV — Branch Appointments
- Indiana BMV — Fee Chart
- Indiana BMV — Branch Map
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