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How to get a plumber license in Indiana

Hours, exam, fees, renewal and continuing education for Indiana plumbing licenses, pulled from official IN sources and checked .

Quick answer
  • Licensing body: Indiana Plumbing Commission (Professional Licensing Agency)
  • State journeyman license: Yes (Indiana licenses journeyman plumbers and plumbing contractors statewide under IC 25-28.5.)
  • Journeyman Plumber: At least 18. Path examples on the PLA page: complete an Indiana Plumbing Commission–approved 4-year apprenticeship, or show 4 years’ experience in the plumbing trade with employer affidavit (or out-of-state plumber license path). Commission approval before you register with Prov.
  • Exam: see below, via Prov (after Commission approval)
  • Code edition: Exams follow Indiana Plumbing Commission / Prov candidate materials and the Indiana Plumbing Code (675 IAC 16). Confirm references before you schedule.

Requirements by license

Journeyman Plumber

ExperienceAt least 18. Path examples on the PLA page: complete an Indiana Plumbing Commission–approved 4-year apprenticeship, or show 4 years’ experience in the plumbing trade with employer affidavit (or out-of-state plumber license path). Commission approval before you register with Prov.Source: in.gov · as of
ExamProv (after Commission approval). Commission must approve your exam application before you register at Prov. FAQ notes limited retakes within a two-year window — confirm current retake rules with Prov/PLA.Source: in.gov · as of
Fees
  • Journeyman application: $30
  • Even-year issuance: $30
  • Odd-year issuance: $15
  • Renewal: $30
  • Late renewal (after 12/31 odd year, before 3/1 even year): $45
  • Late renewal (on/after 3/1 even year): $130
Source: in.gov · as of
RenewalEvery 2 years. Expires December 31 of every odd year. Notices ~90 days prior. Late fees apply after expiration; licenses expired 3+ years need reinstatement with appearance.Source: in.gov · as of
CE to renewNo fixed CE-hour requirement listed on the PLA plumbing licensing/renewal sections we checked. Confirm with PLA when you renew.Source: in.gov · as of

License types in Indiana

  • Plumbing apprentice
  • Journeyman plumber
  • Plumbing contractor
  • Plumbing corporation
  • Temporary plumbing contractor
Source: in.gov · as of

Reciprocity (licensed in another state?)

PLA FAQ: reciprocity is not available for journeyman and contractor plumbers. Apply, pay the fee, seek Board approval, then take and pass the Indiana exam.Source: in.gov · as of

What we couldn't confirm yet

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FAQ

Does Indiana license journeyman plumbers statewide?

Yes. The Indiana Plumbing Commission (PLA) licenses apprentices, journeymen and plumbing contractors.

How much experience does an Indiana journeyman need?

Typically four years in an approved apprenticeship or four years in the plumbing trade (or an out-of-state license path), then Commission approval and the Prov exam.

Already licensed? See Indiana plumber license renewal & CE requirements.

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