Key Takeaways
- Indiana broker applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent
- Pre-license education requirement is 90 hours from an IREC-approved school
- UNIQUE: Indiana calls all entry-level licensees "brokers" (not salespersons like most states)
- Post-license requirement: 30 hours must be completed within the first 2 years
- Exam fee is approximately \$53 through Pearson VUE and license application fee is \$60
Indiana License Requirements
UNIQUE TO INDIANA: Unlike most states, Indiana does NOT have a "salesperson" license. All real estate licensees in Indiana are called "brokers" from day one. What other states call a "salesperson" is called a "broker" in Indiana.
Indiana Broker License Requirements (Entry-Level)
To become a licensed Indiana real estate broker, you must:
1. Basic Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED required
- Be of good moral character
- Be a legal resident authorized to work in the United States
- Have no disqualifying criminal convictions
2. Education Requirements
Complete 90 hours of pre-license education from an IREC-approved school:
| Course | Hours | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Principles | 30 | Required |
| Real Estate Practice | 30 | Required |
| Indiana Real Estate Law | 30 | Required |
| Total | 90 | All courses required |
Important: Indiana requires ALL 90 hours before you can take the exam.
3. Examination
| Detail | Broker Exam |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 145 (130 scored + 15 pretest) |
| National Portion | 80 questions |
| State Portion | 50 questions |
| Pretest Questions | 15 unscored |
| National Time | 150 minutes (2.5 hours) |
| State Time | 90 minutes (1.5 hours) |
| Total Time | 4 hours (240 minutes) |
| Passing Score | 75 scaled score (~75% each section) |
| Exam Provider | Pearson VUE (changed April 2025) |
| Exam Fee | ~$55 |
2025 Update: As of April 2025, Indiana transitioned from PSI to Pearson VUE for exam administration.
4. Application and Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Exam Fee | ~$55 |
| License Application | $60 |
| Background Check | Varies |
| Total Initial Cost | Approximately $150+ |
5. Background Check
Indiana requires fingerprinting and background check:
- FBI and state criminal history check
- Results reviewed by Commission
- Certain convictions may disqualify
Managing Broker License Requirements
To become an Indiana Managing Broker, you must meet additional standards beyond the entry-level broker license:
Experience Requirement
2 years of active experience as a licensed broker within the preceding 5 years.
Education Requirements
Complete the Managing Broker course:
| Requirement | Hours |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level Broker Pre-License | 90 hours (already completed) |
| Managing Broker Course | 8 hours |
Post-License Education
IMPORTANT: All new Indiana brokers must complete a 30-hour post-license course within their first 2 years. This course covers:
- Financing and lending
- Business planning
- Negotiation techniques
- Practical real estate skills
Pass Both Sections Within 12 Months
Important Rule: You must pass both the national and state portions within a 12-month period.
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Limit | 12 months to pass both sections |
| Partial Passing | If you pass one section, results valid for 12 months |
| After 12 Months | Must retake both sections |
License Application Process
- Complete 90 hours of pre-license education
- Submit exam application to Pearson VUE
- Pay ~$55 exam fee
- Schedule and pass exam (75 scaled on both sections)
- Apply for license within 12 months of passing
- Submit background check
- Pay $60 license fee
- Affiliate with a broker
Important: You must work under a licensed broker. The broker must request your license activation.
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