Indiana CDL Resources

Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)

This page collects official CDL resources for Indiana: the state licensing agency, CDL handbook, testing locations, and renewal information. All links go directly to official Indiana government sources. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

Official resources to check first

Indiana CDL licensing is managed by BMV (in.gov/bmv). Verify current requirements at in.gov/bmv.

CDL Licensing · Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) Indiana CDL — Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) https://www.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/commercial-drivers-license-overview/
State Driver Licensing Agency · Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) — Main Website https://www.in.gov/bmv/

No direct CDL handbook link is listed for Indiana yet. Visit the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) website and look for a "CDL Manual," "Commercial Driver Handbook," or similar link.

CDL licensing through Indiana BMV

Indiana CDL applicants apply through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Knowledge tests are taken at Indiana BMV branch offices. After passing required knowledge tests, applicants receive a Commercial Learner's Permit. The CLP must be held at least 14 days before the CDL skills test. Federal ELDT applies to new Class A and Class B CDL applicants. Indiana uses both BMV-operated locations and authorized third-party CDL testers for skills tests. Appointment availability and locations are listed on the BMV website.

Indiana CDL and interstate commerce

Indiana is a major freight corridor state with several interstate highways. Many Indiana CDL holders are employed by carriers operating in multi-state commerce. For those carriers, federal FMCSA regulations (DQ files, Clearinghouse, HOS, ELD) apply in addition to Indiana state licensing requirements. Indiana BMV handles the state CDL credential; FMCSA handles the federal compliance side. Verify current Indiana CDL fees and renewal procedures at in.gov/bmv.

Before you apply or renew

These steps apply regardless of state. Verify each requirement directly with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) before beginning the application process.

  • Verify your CDL class (A, B, or C) matches the vehicles you intend to operate.
  • Check whether you need endorsements (HazMat, Tanker, Passenger, School Bus, Doubles/Triples) and confirm state testing requirements for each.
  • Confirm you hold a valid DOT medical certificate (MCSA-5876) and that it is current before applying or renewing.
  • If you are a new CDL applicant, confirm whether ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) applies to your situation — see the ELDT overview.
  • Gather required documents — identity, residency, and any existing license — before visiting a testing location.
  • Confirm current fees and testing appointment availability directly with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

Medical certificate

CDL holders operating in interstate commerce must carry a current DOT medical certificate issued by a certified medical examiner on the FMCSA National Registry. Indiana state requirements for submitting or updating medical certification vary — check the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) website for the current procedure.

Medical Examiner Search · Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) FMCSA National Registry — Find a Certified Medical Examiner https://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov/

For Indiana-specific medical certificate submission procedures, start at the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) website .

ELDT — Entry-Level Driver Training

Federal ELDT requirements apply to new Class A and Class B CDL applicants and to certain endorsements. Training must be completed at a provider listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR). The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) does not administer ELDT — training is completed at a registered provider before you schedule the skills test.

Federal references

Important: CDL List collects links to official Indiana government resources as a reference. We do not maintain state CDL rules, forms, or fees. Requirements change — always verify current procedures directly with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) before taking any action.

Last reviewed: May 29, 2026. Links go to official state agency websites. Verify that your browser shows the official state government domain before submitting any forms or payments.