Practice permits, restrictions for new drivers and points, with questions based on the Indiana Driver's Manual.
No, they are not allowed on the exam
Hand signals can stand in for broken signal lights on the road, but not on the skills exam.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 7, Signaling Intention to Turn, p. 39
16
Finishing a BMV-licensed driver education program lets you apply at 16.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Driver's License Age and Experience Requirements, p. 9
No earlier than three weeks before
The enrollment certificate can't be dated more than three weeks ahead of the class start.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Learner's Permits, p. 3
Two years
A standard permit lasts two years. Permits for lawful temporary residents can end sooner.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Learner's Permit Validity, p. 4
11 p.m.
After 180 days, drivers under 18 may not drive after 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, unless an exception applies.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Probationary Driver's License, p. 10
60 days
New residents have 60 days to obtain an Indiana license.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, New Indiana Residents, p. 2
6 points
Speeding by 26 mph or more carries six points.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 5, Point Values and Driver Safety Program, p. 21
Take the knowledge exam
At 21 or older, six or more active points means passing the knowledge exam to renew.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 4, Renewing a Credential, p. 19
Seven days
A one-week wait applies after a failed skills exam.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Driving Skills Exam, p. 7
Six years
Drivers younger than 75 get a six-year license.
Source: Indiana Driver's Manual, Chapter 1, Driver's License Validity, p. 9
We wrote these practice questions from the facts in the Indiana Driver's Manual (Published July 2026 (back cover), read 2026-11-08. Page numbers in facts are the ones printed in the manual; PDF page = printed page + 5. edition) and from official sources on road signs. Every answer links to its source, so you can check it and read more.
DMV Decoded is an independent guide, not a government agency. This practice test is not connected to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), and your actual test will have different questions. Study the handbook, and check the agency's website for current rules.