Optometrist License in Indiana
Quick Answer
To become a licensed optometrist in Indiana, you must pass a board-approved exam and apply through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. A separate Legend Drug Certificate is needed for prescribing privileges (requires TMOD). Contact the Indiana Optometry Board for current fees.
- Exam
- NBEO Parts I-III & TMOD (for Legend Drug Certificate)
- Timeline
- 3-6 months after O.D. graduation
- Background Check
- Required
- Renewal
- Every Biennial
Requirements
Optometrist license in Indiana
Optometrist Salary in Indiana
Entry Level
$66,160
Median
$127,080
Experienced
$207,430
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Optometrist in Indiana.
- 1
Complete Education Requirements
Degree required
- 2
Submit Background Check
Specific type of conviction prohibited
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
State exam required — NBEO Parts I-III & TMOD (for Legend Drug Certificate)
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 5
Receive Your License
Processing typically takes 3-6 months after O.D. graduation.
Optometrist Licensing in Indiana: What to Know
Indiana requires an exam given or approved by the Indiana Optometry Board, with fees set by the board. The state offers reciprocity for applicants holding equivalent licenses from other states, provided they have not previously failed the Indiana exam. Indiana also issues a separate Optometric Legend Drug Certificate for prescribing privileges, requiring proof of ocular pharmacology education and passage of the TMOD exam. Specific criminal convictions are prohibited, and continuing education is required. Fees are set by the board and not listed in the COS data.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does it take to get a Optometrist license in Indiana?
- The process typically takes 3-6 months after O.D. graduation, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
- What exam do I need for a Optometrist license in Indiana?
- You need to pass the NBEO Parts I-III & TMOD (for Legend Drug Certificate). State exam required
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View all states →Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.