A complete guide to Indiana's PLA home inspector license — 60 hours of approved education, 12 hours of field training, the NHIE exam, $100,000 general liability insurance, and the software Indiana inspectors trust to stay compliant and grow their business.
| REQUIREMENT | DETAILS | STATUS / RESOURCE |
| Pre-Licensing Education & Field Inspections |
60 hours of pre-licensing education plus 12 hours of field training Indiana applicants must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or GED. Complete 60 hours of pre-licensing education and 12 hours of field training through a Board-approved provider before applying for licensure. The Home Inspectors Licensing Board sets education content standards under its administrative rules. |
Required Indiana PLA Home Inspection |
| Licensing Exam |
Pass the National Home Inspector Examination |
$225 Register with PSI |
| General Liability Insurance |
$100,000 minimum coverage with the state as additional insured Carry general liability insurance with a minimum of $100,000 in coverage from an insurer authorized to transact business in Indiana. The applicant's name (not just a company) must be the insured, and "Home Inspectors Licensing Board" must be listed in the Certificate Holder section. The policy must require at least 10 days prior written notice to the Board before cancellation or non-renewal. |
Required PLA Licensing information |
| Renewal & Continuing Education |
Biennial renewal on October 1, tiered CE up to 32 hours per cycle
Indiana home inspector licenses renew every two years on October 1 of odd-numbered years. The renewal fee is $50 if filed before the expiration date, with a $100 late fee for renewals filed after expiration. CE requirements are tiered by how long you've held the license: inspectors with 24 or more months in active status must complete 32 hours of approved continuing education per biennial cycle; those with 12–24 months need 16 hours; first-cycle licensees with less than 12 months in active status have no CE requirement. Proof of current liability insurance must accompany every renewal. CE hours must be earned within the biennial cycle and cannot be carried over. |
$50 Apply with Indiana PLA |
| OFFICIAL LICENSING RESOURCES |
| Indiana PLA — Home Inspectors in.gov |
| Home Inspectors Licensing Board in.gov/pla |
| Indiana Secretary of State — Business Services inbiz.in.gov |
| NHIE — Indiana nationalhomeinspectorexam.org |
| INDIANA AT A GLANCE | |
| Pre-Licensing Education | 60 Hours |
| Exam | NHIE ($225) |
| Application fee | $50 |
| General Liability Insurance | $100K Minimum |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 Years (Oct 1 - odd years) |
| Continuing Education | 32 Hours per cycle |
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Disclaimer: This page is intended as a general informational resource and does not constitute legal advice. Licensing requirements, fees, and procedures are subject to change. Always verify current requirements directly with Indiana PLA Home Inspections before submitting your application. Information last reviewed May 2026.
