Indiana supervised driving: 50 hours, 10 at night.

Everything a Indiana parent needs in one place — required practice hours, night-driving rules, permit age, and what the written test looks like — plus a free log that keeps the hours straight.

What Indiana actually requires

• Supervised hours: 50
• Night hours: 10 (counted between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. local time)
• Minimum permit age: 15
• Written test: 34 questions, 80% to pass

Requirements summarized from the official Indiana driver handbook.

The Indiana graduated licensing path

1. — from age 15

   Restrictions: Must drive with licensed adult 25+ or spouse 21+; seat belts required for all

2. — from age 16

   Restrictions: No passengers for first 180 days unless supervised; curfew 10pm-5am; no hands-free or handheld device use under 21

3. — from age 18

   Restrictions: Full privileges

Indiana laws your teen will be tested on

Indiana Seat Belt Law

Indiana law requires the driver and all passengers to wear seat belts at all times when a vehicle is in operation. Seat belts must be used even in vehicles with air bags.

Indiana Speed Limits

Exceeding the posted speed limit reduces the ability to steer safely and extends stopping distance. Crash severity increases with speed. Points vary: 1-15 mph over = 2 points, 26+ mph over = 6 points.

Indiana DUI & Probationary Phone Restrictions

Probationary license holders under 21 cannot use any hands-free or handheld device. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal, and riding with an impaired driver should be avoided.

Indiana School Bus & Pedestrian Rules

Indiana drivers must pull over and stop for school buses and avoid driving too close to pedestrians or bicycles; either mistake automatically fails the driving skills exam.

Indiana Move Over & Emergency Scenes

For a roadside emergency, pull onto the shoulder if possible and turn on your flashing hazard lights. Place a red emergency reflective triangle 200 feet behind your vehicle, or 500 feet behind it if you are on a hill or curve.

Indiana Right-of-Way Rules

At an all-way stop, the first vehicle to stop proceeds first; if two vehicles arrive together, the vehicle on the left yields. When entering a roundabout, yield to circulating traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk.

A real Indiana practice question

How long is an Indiana learner’s permit generally valid from its date of issuance?

• One year
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years

An Indiana learner’s permit is generally valid for two years from the date it is issued.

Indiana driving practice questions, answered

How many supervised driving hours does Indiana require?

Indiana requires 50 supervised driving hours, including 10 hours after dark.

What counts as a night driving hour in Indiana?

Driving between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. local time counts toward the 10-hour night requirement.

How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Indiana?

A Indiana learner's permit can be issued starting at age 15.

How many questions are on the Indiana written test?

The Indiana knowledge exam has 34 questions and requires 80% correct to pass.

Does NextDriver Prep have Indiana practice questions?

Yes — 19 practice questions written from the official Indiana driver handbook, with explanations for every answer.

How should we track the 50 hours?

Log each drive the same day it happens. NextDriver Prep's free log records date, duration, day/night split, and conditions, and totals your progress toward Indiana's 50 hours automatically.

Is the Indiana driving log free?

Yes. The supervised driving log is free forever, with no card required. The Family Plan adds lessons, coaching scripts, hazard training, and Kai the AI co-pilot.

Does NextDriver Prep submit our log to the state?

No. NextDriver Prep helps your family track and organize practice. The Indiana licensing agency decides permit and license eligibility.

What restrictions apply during the undefined stage in Indiana?

Must drive with licensed adult 25+ or spouse 21+; seat belts required for all

What restrictions apply during the undefined stage in Indiana?

No passengers for first 180 days unless supervised; curfew 10pm-5am; no hands-free or handheld device use under 21

What restrictions apply during the undefined stage in Indiana?

Full privileges

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