Indiana road test checklist
Everything below comes from official Indiana DMV pages and the driver handbook, checked on October 30, 2026. Tick the items as you practise.
- Parallel parking
- Not stated
- Fee
- $0 (no charge for exam administered by the BMV)
- If you fail
- Wait 7 days; after a third failed exam on a permit, wait 2 months
What the examiner checks 8
Mistakes that fail you on the spot 10
What to bring 5
Vehicle requirements 8
Rules change and some offices add their own requirements. Confirm with your DMV office when you book.
Official sources
“When taking the driving skills exam, you will be evaluated based on the following criteria:” secure.in.gov, p. 11
“Any of the following actions shall result in the automatic failure of the driving skills exam:” secure.in.gov, p. 12
“If you fail a driving skills exam, you must wait seven days before you can retake the exam.” secure.in.gov, p. 12
“Your vehicle must be legally equipped, insured, and in a safe and clean condition.” secure.in.gov, p. 11
“There is no charge for the driving skills exam administered by the BMV.” secure.in.gov, p. 10
“Appointments are required for driving skills tests and must be scheduled a minimum of 48 hours” www.in.gov
“Any driver assistance technology must be deactivated for the skills exam.” www.in.gov