| Requirement | Indiana |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 90 hours |
| Exam administrator | PSI |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Indiana Real Estate Commission |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 3,680 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $46,880 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Indiana
To get an Indiana real estate salesperson license you complete 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the PSI-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Indiana Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Indiana real estate license?
Indiana requires 90 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the PSI salesperson exam, a background check and sponsorship by a licensed broker. The table lists each requirement, the published fees WealthyBud could source and the regulator.
What are the steps to get licensed in Indiana?
Getting licensed in Indiana takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 90 hours of pre-license education, pass the PSI exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Indiana Real Estate Commission.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Indiana Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 90 hours of pre-license education
Indiana requires 90 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Indiana salesperson exam
The exam is administered by PSI and covers national real estate principles plus Indiana law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Indiana Real Estate Commission.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Indiana salesperson must work under a licensed broker before practicing.
6/ 6
Apply and activate the license
File the application and pay the license fee to the Indiana Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.
How much does an Indiana real estate license cost?
Indiana's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Indiana Real Estate Commission before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Indiana?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Indiana earned a median of $46,880 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $27,550. See the full Indiana agent salary breakdown.
What are Indiana’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 37 Indiana housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $268,725 as of September 2026, from $159,900 in Peru to $476,175 in Angola; 17 of 37 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis, IN | $310,000 | -4.1% | 53 | 6,869 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $309,450 | +1.7% | 40 | 958 |
| Evansville, IN | $259,225 | -3.2% | 52 | 817 |
| South Bend, IN | $322,400 | +3.4% | 46 | 805 |
| Bloomington, IN | $359,675 | -4.6% | 73 | 629 |
All tracked markets: Indiana housing market hub.
Indiana real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Indiana?
Indiana requires 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Indiana Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does an Indiana real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Indiana Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Indiana real estate exam?
PSI administers the Indiana salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Indiana?
No. Indiana requires pre-license education and a passing exam score, not a college degree. You must generally be 18 with a high-school diploma or equivalent.
Who regulates real estate agents in Indiana?
The Indiana Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Indiana real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Indiana Real Estate Commission before enrolling.