Indiana Hunting License, Tags & Hunter Education
Resident, non-resident, senior, youth, and lifetime hunting fees, tags and stamps, trapping licenses, and hunter safety requirements for Indiana. Checked 2026-11-12.
Hunting Licenses (6)
| License / Permit | Residency | Fee | Eligibility & Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident annual hunting | Resident | $20.00 | Resident | Official page |
| Non-resident annual hunting | Non-resident | $90.00 | Nonresident | Official page |
| Resident deer firearms | Resident | $39.00 | Resident | Official page |
| Non-resident deer firearms | Non-resident | $240.00 | Nonresident | Official page |
| Non-resident 5-day hunting | Non-resident | $50.00 | Nonresident | Official page |
| Non-resident youth annual hunting | Non-resident | $20.00 | Youth | Official page |
Tags, Stamps & Permits (1)
| License / Permit | Residency | Fee | Eligibility & Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident spring turkey licence | Resident | $32.00 | Resident | Official page |
Trapping Licenses (3)
| License / Permit | Residency | Fee | Eligibility & Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident annual trapping | Resident | $20.00 | Resident | Official page |
| Non-resident annual trapping | Non-resident | $140.00 | Nonresident | Official page |
| Non-resident youth annual trapping | Non-resident | $20.00 | Youth | Official page |
Hunter Education Requirements (1)
| License / Permit | Residency | Fee | Eligibility & Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter education requirement | All / N/A | Not shown | Anyone born after Dec 31 1986 must complete DNR hunter education to buy a hunting licence | Official page |
Free, Senior, Veteran & Disability Exemptions (4)
| License / Permit | Residency | Fee | Eligibility & Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual DAV hunting and or fishing licence | Resident | $2.75 | Disabled American veterans | Official page |
| 10-year DAV hunting and or fishing licence | Resident | $27.50 | Disabled American veterans | Official page |
| Senior fish-for-life licence | Resident | $23.00 | Senior age not stated | Official page |
| Voluntary senior fish-for-life licence | Resident | $3.00 | Senior age not stated | Official page |
Next steps for Indiana hunters
Check official Indiana season dates before heading out, and stock up on tags/gear from licensed outfitters (Sportsman's Warehouse / Amazon Associates placeholder).