Free 2026 IN DMV Practice Tests

Based on the official Indiana Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your IN BMV written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.

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IN Warm-up Test

A quick 20-question quiz to gauge your readiness. Perfect for starting your study journey.

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IN Practice Test 1

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Questions 50
Mistakes 10 Max
Passing 80%

IN Practice Test 2

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Questions 50
Mistakes 10 Max
Passing 80%

IN Practice Test 3

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Questions 50
Mistakes 10 Max
Passing 80%

Practice by Topic

traffic Road Signs 10 Q traffic Signals & Right-of-Way 10 Q speed Speed Limits 10 Q no_drinks Alcohol & Drugs 8 Q local_parking Parking & Stopping 10 Q merge Yielding 10 Q emergency Emergency Vehicles 9 Q shield Safety Equipment 10 Q

What to Expect on the Indiana driver Test

Format

Computer touchscreen (Automated Testing Terminals). 80% required on each of two sections (rules and signs).

Booking

Walk-in at any BMV branch; appointment needed only for ASL-interpreted or read-aloud exams.

Retake policy

Unlimited but only one attempt per business day; results valid 180 days.

Languages offered

English, Arabic, Burmese, Chin, Croatian, French, German, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Polish, Punjabi, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Swahili, Tagalog, Vietnamese

Documents to Bring to Your Indiana Test

Documents proving identity, Social Security number, lawful status, and two documents showing Indiana residency (or an Indiana Residency Affidavit).

Indiana Rules You'll See on the Test

Rules unique to Indiana that appear on the IN BMV knowledge test more than others.

  • gavel Indiana Hands-Free Device Law (IC 9-21-8-59) bans holding a mobile device while driving
  • gavel Move Over Law: yield for stopped emergency, utility, and recovery vehicles
  • gavel Zero-tolerance BAC (.02%) for drivers under 21
  • gavel GDL: nighttime and passenger restrictions for probationary license holders
  • gavel 80% passing score required on each of the two exam sections (rules and signs)

Indiana DMV Test FAQ

How many questions are on the Indiana driver permit test?

The IN BMV driver knowledge test has 50 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official state handbook — covering road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way, and safe-driving procedures.

What's a passing score on the Indiana DMV knowledge test?

You need 40 out of 50 correct — 80% — to pass. The result is displayed immediately after you submit.

How many questions can I get wrong and still pass the Indiana test?

You can miss at most 10 questions. Any more than that and IN BMV will mark it a fail — you'll need to retake.

Is the Indiana knowledge test on paper or computer?

Computer touchscreen (Automated Testing Terminals). 80% required on each of two sections (rules and signs).

Do I need an appointment for the Indiana knowledge test?

Walk-in at any BMV branch; appointment needed only for ASL-interpreted or read-aloud exams.

What documents does IN BMV require to take the test?

Documents proving identity, Social Security number, lawful status, and two documents showing Indiana residency (or an Indiana Residency Affidavit).

Can I take the Indiana DMV test in a language other than English?

Yes. IN BMV offers the knowledge test in 20 languages including English, Arabic, Burmese, Chin, and 16 more. Ask when scheduling if your language is available at your chosen office.

Can I retake the Indiana knowledge test if I fail?

Yes. Unlimited but only one attempt per business day; results valid 180 days.