INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has officially opened sales for seasonal hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses, giving sportspeople across the state the opportunity to prepare for upcoming fall turkey, deer, bobcat, and trapping seasons.
Hunters and anglers can obtain licenses online, by mail, or through authorized in-person retailers and DNR properties statewide.
Key License Options & Pricing Breakdown
License costs vary based on residency, age, and activity. A summary of popular Indiana DNR license categories includes:
- Deer Licenses: The popular Deer License Bundle costs $91 for Indiana residents ($550 for non-residents) and permits the harvest of up to one antlered and two antlerless deer across multiple seasons. Individual single-season licenses (Archery, Firearm, or Muzzleloader) are $39 for residents ($240 for non-residents).
- Turkey Licenses: Fall turkey licenses are priced at $32 for residents and $175 for non-residents. Hunters must also possess an 11-dollar Game Bird Habitat Stamp.
- Fishing & Combo Licenses: Annual resident fishing licenses cost $23 ($60 for non-residents), while single-day licenses cost $10. A combination Hunting & Fishing license for residents is available for $32. Senior resident annual fishing licenses are available for $3.
- Trapping & Bobcat Permits: Annual trapping licenses are $20 for residents ($140 for non-residents). Separate bobcat licenses are available for $15 for residents ($120 for non-residents) and require an accompanying trapping or small-game hunting license.
- Youth Licenses: Indiana residents aged 17 and under can purchase a Youth Consolidated Hunt/Trap License for $12, which covers all youth hunting, trapping, and state stamp privileges.
Purchasing Methods & System Information
To streamline license purchasing and game management, the DNR operates through its online Activity Hub and the GoOutdoorsIN mobile app, available for iOS and Android.
| Purchase Method | Processing / Tech Fee | Key Details |
| Mobile App (GoOutdoorsIN) | $3 tech fee + credit card fee | Buy licenses, store digital copies, and check in harvested game directly from a mobile device. |
| Online Portal | $3 tech fee + credit card fee | Accessible via GoOutdoorsIN.com. Users must log in through an Access Indiana account. |
| In-Person Retailers / DNR Properties | $1 tech fee per license | Available at over 500 authorized retail locations and state park/fish & wildlife offices. |
| Mail-In Order | $1 tech fee per license | Mail requests require applicant details, SSN (last 4 digits), and fee payment sent to the DNR Customer Service Center in Indianapolis. |
Essential Rules & Regulations
Hunter Education Requirement: Anyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete a certified Hunter Education course before purchasing any Indiana hunting license.
- Mandatory Game Harvest Reporting: All successful deer, turkey, and bobcat harvesters are required to log their harvest within 24 hours using the DNR’s online CheckIN Game system or through the GoOutdoorsIN mobile app.
- Non-Transferable Policy: All DNR-issued hunting and fishing licenses are non-refundable and non-transferable.
For more details on purchasing licenses or locating nearby retail locations, visit GoOutdoorsIN.com or on.IN.gov/HuntFishLicenseRetailers.
