Indiana Driver's Handbook, Section 1: Obtaining a New Credential
Learner's permit, knowledge and skills exams, and the probationary license rules for drivers under 21.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, Published July 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Indiana Driver's Manual
Key rules
- Failed the knowledge exam? You can retake it the next business day. p. 5
- Hold the learner's permit at least 180 days before applying for a license. p. 9
- Log 50 hours of supervised practice, at least 10 of them at night. p. 9
- First 180 days with a probationary license: no driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. p. 10
- First 180 days: no passengers unless an adult 25+ (or spouse 21+) rides in front, except family members listed in the manual. p. 10
- Failed the driving test? Wait seven days to retake it. p. 7