Indiana Permit Hours: How Many You Need and How to Track Them

To get your license in Indiana, you’ll need 50 hours of supervised driving. 10 of those have to be at night.

Requirements at a glance

Requirement	Details
Total supervised hours	50
Night hours	10
Minimum permit age	15
Permit hold period	6 months
Supervisor minimum age	25
Driver education required	Yes

Night driving rules

Indiana defines night as sunset to sunrise. That means the exact hours shift throughout the year. In winter, you might start logging night hours as early as 5 PM. In summer, you could be waiting until 8:30 or later. Check your local sunset time before heading out if you need night hours.

What your supervisor needs to know

Your supervising driver must be at least 25 years old and have a valid driver’s license. That’s higher than most states, so make sure whoever rides with you meets the age requirement. They need to sit in the front passenger seat and be ready to take over at any time.

Driver education

Driver education is mandatory in Indiana. You’ve got to finish a state-approved course, which typically covers both classroom learning and some time behind the wheel with a professional instructor. Supervisor must be 25+. Driver education determines the minimum age for permits.

Tracking your hours

Paper logs are terrible. They get lost, they’re easy to fudge, and nobody wants to do math at 10 PM after a driving session. Moda tracks your hours automatically, categorizes day vs. night, and shows you exactly how close you are to finishing Indiana’s requirements.

How many supervised driving hours does Indiana require?

Indiana requires 50 total supervised driving hours, with 10 of those at night.

What counts as night driving in Indiana?

Night driving in Indiana is defined as sunset to sunrise (varies by season and location). You’ll need 10 hours of night driving.

How long do I need to hold my permit in Indiana?

You’ll need to hold your learner’s permit for at least 6 months before you can apply for your license.

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