Authored by Casa Academy · Reviewed by Casa Academy editorial · Updated July 29, 2026 · Official sources checked July 29, 2026
Indiana Real Estate Practice Exam
Indiana candidates take a two-part broker licensing exam after completing IPLA-approved pre-license education. Indiana uses the broker license title for entry-level agents, so terminology differs from many states. This guide summarizes the current format, scaled scoring rules, and state-specific topics from official Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and Pearson VUE publications so you can study with accurate expectations before scheduling.
Florida demo only: Casa Academy does not currently offer IPLA-approved Indiana pre-licensing education. Interactive practice uses clearly labeled Florida sales associate questions from our DBPR-approved course until a dedicated Indiana bank is reviewed for publication.
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Casa Academy does not currently offer IPLA-approved Indiana pre-licensing education. Interactive practice uses clearly labeled Florida sales associate questions from our DBPR-approved course until a dedicated Indiana bank is reviewed for publication.
Exam facts
- Regulator
- Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA) / Indiana Real Estate Commission
- Exam vendor
- Pearson VUE administers the Indiana broker licensing exam (ReIN-Broker).
- License level tested
- Real estate broker (Indiana entry-level license title, not a managing broker exam).
- Pre-license education
- 90 hours through an IPLA-approved pre-licensing provider.
- Scored questions
- 80 national + 50 Indiana state multiple-choice items, plus unscored pretest questions.
- Passing score
- Scaled score of 75 on each the national and state sections (0–100 scale).
- Exam fee
- $55 per attempt (confirm before scheduling; payment required at reservation).
- License application fee
- $60 broker license application fee per IPLA fee schedule (separate from exam fee).
- Time limit
- 240 minutes for the combined national and Indiana state examination sitting.
- Casa Academy interactive practice
- Temporary Florida demo questions with instant feedback (not an Indiana exam bank).
Source: IPLA real estate licensing
Source: Pearson VUE Indiana real estate
Source: Pearson VUE candidate handbook (091500)
Source: Pearson VUE candidate handbook
Source: Pearson VUE content outlines (091500)
Source: Pearson VUE candidate handbook
Source: Pearson VUE candidate handbook fee table
Source: IPLA fee schedule
Source: Pearson VUE examination description (ReIN-Broker)
How the Indiana broker exam is structured
The ReIN-Broker exam includes a national section with 80 scored multiple-choice items and an Indiana state section with 50 scored items. Pearson VUE may also include five to ten unscored pretest questions that do not affect your result. Total seat time is 240 minutes for the combined sitting. Pearson VUE reports scaled scores from 0 to 100 on each section, with a passing scaled score of 75 required on both the national and state portions. If you pass one section and fail the other, you may retake only the failed portion within the one-year window that begins when you complete pre-licensing education.
What is on the Indiana real estate exam?
Pearson VUE publishes separate national and Indiana state content outlines in candidate handbook 091500. Treat them as separate study plans because you must pass each section independently. Indiana uses the title broker for its entry-level license, not salesperson.
- National section (80 scored items): real estate principles, practice, finance, contracts, valuation, fair housing, and general brokerage concepts weighted in the Pearson VUE national outline.
- Indiana license law and IPLA rules: advertising standards, brokerage agreements, earnest money and trust accounts, and prohibited conduct.
- Seller's Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure and psychologically affected property rules tested on the state section.
- IPLA and Indiana Real Estate Commission powers, license types, post-licensing education, renewals, and continuing education requirements.
- Agency relationships, written office policies, licensee conduct, branch offices, unlicensed assistants, and broker supervision.
- Indiana statutes and administrative rules referenced in the state content outline for the 50-question Indiana portion.
What are Indiana's real estate license requirements?
IPLA licenses brokers after education, examination, and application review. Confirm current forms and fees on the IPLA Real Estate Licensing Information page before you apply because rules and fee tables can change.
- Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Complete 90 hours of IPLA-approved broker pre-licensing education through a registered Indiana school and retain your course completion certificate.
- Pass the Pearson VUE ReIN-Broker exam with a scaled score of at least 75 on both the national and Indiana state sections.
- Apply for licensure through the IPLA MyLicense portal with your Pearson VUE score report, pre-licensing certificate, and required disclosures within one year of passing.
- Pay separate Pearson VUE and IPLA fees: Pearson VUE lists a $55 examination fee per attempt, and IPLA lists a $60 broker license application fee (confirm both before paying).
- Arrange broker sponsorship if you want an active or referral license status at issuance, and complete 30 hours of post-licensing education within two years of initial licensure for brokers licensed on or after July 1, 2014.
Retakes, timelines, and how to study for scaled scoring
If you pass one section but fail the other, you retake only the failed section and pay the full $55 examination fee again. Both sections must be passed within one year of the date you completed your IPLA-approved pre-licensing course. After that window expires, you must retake the full exam. Because each section uses scaled scoring rather than a simple percentage, a strong national score cannot offset a failing state score. Weight timed practice toward Indiana trust accounts, sales disclosure statutes, agency policies, and IPLA licensing law for the 50-item state block, then review national finance, contracts, and fair housing for the 80-item national block. When you want interactive reps today, use Casa Academy's free practice tool with the Florida demo disclosure visible on every launch.
Study workflow Casa Academy recommends for Indiana
Read the Pearson VUE content outlines first, then drill national concepts such as contracts, financing, and fair housing under timed conditions that respect the 240-minute limit. Remember that Indiana requires 30 hours of post-licensing education within two years of license issuance for brokers licensed on or after July 1, 2014. When you want interactive reps on Casa Academy today, open the free practice path labeled as a temporary Florida demo. Those items help you practice pacing and review explanations, but they do not replace Indiana statute study or IPLA outline review.
Official sources
- IPLA Real Estate Licensing Information(IPLA licensing authority and fee schedule)
- Pearson VUE Indiana Real Estate Candidate Handbook(Pearson VUE publication 091500)
- Pearson VUE Indiana exam scheduling(Pearson VUE test-taker portal)
- Indiana Real Estate Commission(Indiana Real Estate Commission home)
- IPLA MyLicense portal(Indiana license application portal)
Related resources
- National practice exam hub
Compare state exam formats and start labeled interactive practice.
- Indiana licensing hub
Education, application, and renewal requirements for Indiana candidates.
- Free interactive practice (Florida demo)
Timed practice with explanations while Indiana question banks are in development.
- Exam prep course
Structured simulations and history for candidates preparing for test day.
- Florida course study guides
Chapter study guides that support national exam topics while Indiana banks roll out.
Key terms
Frequently asked questions
What are Indiana's real estate license requirements?
You must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or GED, complete 90 hours of IPLA-approved broker pre-licensing education, pass both Pearson VUE exam sections with a scaled score of at least 75, and apply through the IPLA MyLicense portal with your score report and course certificate. IPLA lists a $60 broker application fee separate from the Pearson VUE exam charge. Endorsement candidates approved by the Commission may take only the state portion.
How hard is the Indiana real estate broker exam?
Difficulty depends on preparation and whether you study the national and state sections separately. You must pass both the 80-question national portion and the 50-question Indiana state portion in one 240-minute sitting, each with a scaled score of at least 75. Candidates who struggle often under-prepare for Indiana trust accounts, sales disclosure rules, and IPLA licensing law even when national finance and contract topics feel familiar.
How many questions can you miss on the Indiana real estate exam?
Pearson VUE does not publish a fixed raw-answer miss count because each section is scored on a 0 to 100 scale after equating across exam forms. You need a scaled score of at least 75 on both the national and Indiana state sections. Study toward that scaled threshold on each portion instead of assuming a simple percentage of wrong answers.
How many times can you take the Indiana real estate exam?
Pearson VUE allows repeat attempts as long as you register and pay the $55 examination fee each time. If you pass one section and fail the other, you may retake only the failed portion. Both sections must be passed within one year of the date you completed your IPLA-approved pre-licensing course. After that window expires, you must retake the full exam.
What is on the Indiana real estate exam?
The national section covers general real estate principles, practice, finance, contracts, valuation, and fair housing topics in the Pearson VUE national outline. The Indiana state section emphasizes IPLA license law, advertising and trust account rules, the Seller's Residential Real Estate Sales Disclosure, psychologically affected property rules, agency relationships, office policies, and broker supervision concepts listed in handbook 091500.
How much does the Indiana real estate exam and license cost?
Pearson VUE charges $55 per exam attempt (confirm in handbook 091500 before scheduling). IPLA lists a $60 broker license application fee on its fee schedule, separate from the exam charge. Pre-licensing course tuition, background screening, and optional study materials are additional costs. Payment is not accepted at the test center for the exam fee.
Does Casa Academy offer Indiana-specific practice exam questions?
Not yet. Casa Academy currently provides a free interactive practice set built from Florida pre-licensing topics. It is clearly labeled as a Florida demo so Indiana candidates can build study habits without mistaking it for IPLA exam content.
Why does Indiana call the entry-level license a broker?
Indiana statute uses the broker license title for the entry-level real estate agent credential. The managing broker level is a separate license with additional experience and education requirements. The ReIN-Broker exam described in the Pearson VUE handbook is the standard entry-level licensing exam, not the managing broker upgrade.
About Casa Academy
Casa Academy is an online Florida real estate school operating under Florida school license ZH1003169. We maintain this page against the DBPR sales associate checklist and Pearson VUE exam scheduling guidance.
If the state changes its application steps or exam scheduling, this page should change too. The current review date for this version is July 29, 2026.
Authority details
- Organization
- Casa Academy
- Florida school license
- ZH1003169
- Current review date
- July 29, 2026