Indiananotary public requirements & rules
Exam requiredIndiana notary law basics: exam requirement, commission term, bond, and how to prepare — from the official commissioning authority.
- Written exam
- Exam required
- Administered by
- Online self-paced course + exam via INBiz (Secretary of State platform); ~30 multiple-choice/true-false items
- Commission term
- 8 years
- Surety bond
- $25,000 surety bond
- Notes
- Indiana requires both new and renewing notaries to complete an online education course and pass an exam (80%/24-of-30 correct) via INBiz; $75 non-refundable fee covers course+exam. Continuing education required every 2 years ($50/course) during the 8-year term. Real estate exam passing score not independently confirmed on an official PLA/PSI page — marked medium confidence for that field only.
Some Indiana details were ambiguous on the official site when we researched this (July 2026) — double-check specifics with the commissioning authority before you rely on them.
Preparing to be a Indiana notary
Indiana requires a written exam, and PrepTempo's Notary course covers the notarial concepts it tests — notarial acts, identifying signers, journals and seals, and unauthorized practice of law. Study your Indiana statute on top of the core.
Free notary practice questions →Indiana notary public FAQ
Does Indiana require a notary exam?
Yes. Indiana requires a written notary exam (Online self-paced course + exam via INBiz (Secretary of State platform); ~30 multiple-choice/true-false items).
What are the Indiana notary public rules for term and bond?
A Indiana notary commission is typically 8 years. Surety bond requirement: $25,000 surety bond. Confirm current amounts with the official Indiana authority.
How do I become a notary public in Indiana?
Follow Indiana commissioning steps: complete any required training or exam (Exam required), obtain the required bond if applicable ($25,000 surety bond), and apply through the official Indiana commissioning office. PrepTempo's Notary course covers core notarial concepts for exam and practice readiness.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal advice. Requirements change; confirm with the Indiana commissioning authority. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state authority or the National Notary Association.