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Application Instructions

  • Plumbing Apprentice Application

    Apply online now!

    Go to MyLicense.IN.gov and you will either need to create or login to your Access Indiana, single sign-on account. You will complete the online application and submit payment with a credit or debit card. You will be contacted by a customer service representative with details of what additional documentation is required to complete your application. Applications are processed in the order received.

    Apprentice Plumber Application Instructions:

    It is your responsibility to submit all documents with your application
    1.) Must be at least 18 years old
    2.) Completed application which may be submitted online with the $10.00 application fee.   You will need the page 3 of the form completed by approved school sponsor signature and license number and the supervising Journeyman Plumber or Plumbing Contractor name and license number. You may upload this document directly in the application on the Attachments page OR submit the form via the License Update feature.
    3.) Bureau of Apprenticeship Training agreement form from the Department of Labor. Should you apply online, you may upload this form directly in the application on the Attachments page OR submit the form via the License Update feature.

    4.) Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

  • Journeyman Plumber Application

    Apply online now! Go to MyLicense.IN.gov and you will either need to create or login to your Access Indiana, single sign-on account. You will complete the online application and submit payment with a credit or debit card. You will be contacted by a customer service representative with details of what additional documentation is required to complete your application. Applications are processed in the order received.

    If applying through an Indiana Plumbing Commission Approved Apprenticeship School

    1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Completed Application: Applications may be submitted online.
    3. Application Fee of $30.00 - Pay by credit or debit card for applications submitted online. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    4. Mandatory - Approved apprenticeship school section of the form completed with sponsor signature and current/active plumbing license.  Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    5. Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

    If applying through Plumbing Trade (requires current out-of-state plumbing license)

    1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Completed Application: Applications may be submitted online.
    3. Application Fee of $30.00 - Pay by credit or debit card for applications submitted online. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    4. Experience in Plumbing Trade - Out-of-State Licensed Plumber Section of the form completed by current/active plumbing license showing four (4) years of Experience in Plumbing Trade.  Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    5. Affidavit of Experience in Plumbing Trade - The applicant's employer must submit an Affidavit of Experience in Plumbing Trade (signature required). Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    6. Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

    Examination Information

    Candidates must have their application for examination reviewed and approved for eligibility by the Plumbing Commission before the candidate may register for the examination. Applicants may register for the examination on the Prove webpage: www.provexam.com.

  • Plumbing Contractor Application

    If applying through an Indiana Plumbing Commission Approved Apprenticeship School

    1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Completed Application: Applications may be submitted online at MyLicense.IN.gov
    3. Application Fee of $50.00 - Pay by credit or debit card.. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    4. Mandatory - Approved apprenticeship school section of the form completed with sponsor signature and current/active plumbing license.  Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    5. Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

    If applying through Plumbing Trade (requires current out-of-state plumbing license)

    1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Completed Application:  Applications may be submitted online at MyLicense.IN.gov
    3. Application Fee of $50.00 - Pay by credit or debit card.. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    4. Experience in Plumbing Trade - Out-of-State Licensed Plumber Section of the form completed by current/active plumbing license showing four (4) years of Experience in Plumbing Trade.  The document may be uploaded, emailed, or mailed for processing.
    5. If Applicant Does Not Have a License in Another State - The applicant's employer must submit an Affidavit of Experience in Plumbing Trade (signature required). Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    6. Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

    If applying through a Plumbing Business

    **DO NOT COMPLETE “EMPLOYER AFFIDAVIT OF EXPERIENCE IN PLUMBING TRADE” IF YOU ARE APPLYING THROUGH A BUSINESS**

    1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Completed Application: Applications may be submitted online at MyLicense.IN.gov
    3. Application Fee of $50.00 - Pay by credit or debit card.. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    4. Experience in Plumbing Business – Non-licensed and nonregistered individuals must complete Section 4 – Experience in a Plumbing Business of the form.  Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option. The same information will be requested during the online process.
    5. Letter from employer on company letterhead/stationary – include job duties and dates of employment.  Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.
    6. Positive Response Documentation: If you answer "Yes" to any questions on the application, explain fully in a statement that includes all details. Include the violation, location, date, cause number, and disposition. Submit copies of court documents for each instance to support the statement. Please upload at the time of application or log back into your account and use the License Update option.

    Examination Information

    Candidates must have their application for examination reviewed and approved for eligibility by the Plumbing Commission before the candidate may register for the examination. Applicants may register for the examination on the Prove webpage: www.provexam.com.

    Temporary Plumbing Contractor

    The commission may issue a temporary plumbing contractor's license to an applicant who has an ownership interest in or is an officer of a contracting business if the plumbing contractor licensee operating the business has died or is physically or mentally unable to operate the business. The commission may issue the license for the period needed to dispose of the contracting business or to otherwise meet the emergency giving rise to the need for the license. However, a temporary contractor's license may not be issued for a period, including all renewals, exceeding two (2) years.

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    Please complete the application below and send into our office at the address listed on the application with the supporting documents  and the application fee of $25.00.

    Temporary Plumbing Contractor Application

  • Corporate Plumbing Business Application
    To qualify for a Corporate Plumbing Contractor License you must be licensed as a Plumbing Contractor in the State of Indiana

    A corporation engaged in the business of a plumbing contractor must be licensed as a plumbing contractor and must file with the commission an application signed by the applicant, or the applicant's duly authorized officer or officers. A business that provides plumbing services and is required to file a certificate of assumed business name under IC 23-0.5-3-4 must register the name, address, and telephone number of the business with the commission.

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    1. Application - Apply online at https://mylicense.in.gov/eGov/ML1PLA.html
    2. Application Fee - $50.00 Pay by credit or debit card. All application fees are nonrefundable.
    3. Certificate of Assumed Business Name -  You will receive from the Secretary of State.
  • Plumbing Apprenticeship School Application
    • Application - Apply online at https://mylicense.in.gov/eGov/ML1PLA.html
    • Proof of the accreditation - 860 IAC 2-1-1 (2)A program accredited either by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, a division of the United States Department of Labor, or by some other certifying organization with similar criteria for instruction in plumbing.
    • Apprenticeship program's curriculum, which must include - Subjects taught, and hours spent teaching each subject.
    • Provide the address of the apprenticeship program facility, phone number, and the name of a contact person.
    • Practical Exam 860 IAC 2-1-7.1
      (a) Apprenticeship schools shall give each student within the first four (4) years of apprenticeship program an examination that shall test the student's practical knowledge of the curriculum studied. A student shall not be considered to have completed a four (4) year apprenticeship program without having passed this examination.
      (b) The practical section of the examination shall include three (3) parts known as the following:
      (1) The copper pipe assembly project.
      (2) The cast iron assembly project.
      (3) The plastic pipe assembly project.
      (c) In order to pass the practical section of the examination, an individual must obtain scores of at least seventy percent (70%) on all of the following:
      (1) The copper pipe assembly project.
      (2) The cast iron assembly project.
      (3) The plastic pipe assembly project.
      (d) The apprenticeship school shall allow each student at least seven (7) attempts to pass the practical examination.
      (e) The commission may monitor the administration of the final practical examination:
      (1) as a result of a complaint received;
      (2) for random sampling; or
      (3) to collect data.

Renewal Instructions

Fee Schedule

**License Issuance Fees will be determined based upon the year that the license is issued and is NOT based upon the year the application was received.
For example: An application that has been received in December 2019 may be issued in January 2020, which will require an even-year issuance fee**

  • Plumbing Applications/Renewals
    Application/RenewalIssuanceRecovery FundRenewal
    (2 yrs unless stated)    		OtherTotal
    Apprentice Plumber Issuance/Annual Renewal$10NA$10NA$10
    Journeyman Plumber Examination (Reexamination fees please see PROV link)NANANA$30$30
    Journeyman Plumber Odd year Issuance/Renewal$15NA$30NA$15/$30
    Journeyman Plumber Even year Issuance/Renewal$30NA$30NA$30
    Plumbing Contractor Examination (Reexamination fees see PROV link)$50NANANA$50
    Plumbing Contractor Odd year Issuance/Renewal$50NA$100NA$50/$100
    Plumbing Contractor Even year Issuance/Renewal$100NA$100NA$100
    Temporary Plumbing Contractor (plus recovery fund)$25$0NANA$25

Additional Information

  • Approved Apprentice Programs

    ABC of Indiana Apprenticeship Trust
    (Associated Builders & Contractors)
    5001 N. Shadeland Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46226
    Contact:  Lisa V.
    Telephone: 317-596-4950

    Evansville Plumbers & Pipefitters Training
    4301 N. St. Joseph Ave.
    Evansville, IN 47720
    Contact: Jason Blondin
    Telephone: 812-424-5212/ fax 812-424-5249

    Fort Wayne Area Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors, Inc.
    (FWAPHCC)
    P O Box 8414
    Fort Wayne, IN 46818
    Contact: Sherry.
    Telephone/fax: 260-410-5163/ fax 260-489-6227
    Email: fwaphcc@gmail.com

    Indianapolis Plumbers & Steam Fitters Local 440 JATC
    3747 S. High School Rd.
    Indianapolis, IN 46241
    Contact: James M. Johnson/ David L. Posey
    Telephone: 317-856-6426/ fax 317-856-0591

    Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 166 JATC
    Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee of Local 166
    Ft. Wayne Plumbers & Steam Fitters JAC
    2930 West Ludwig Road
    Ft. Wayne, IN 46818
    Contact: Bret Finch
    Telephone: 260-490-5690/ fax 260-490-5691

    Mechanical Skills, Inc.
    3535 E. Michigan Street
    Indianapolis, IN 46201
    Contact: Susie McFarland
    Telephone: 317-352-1189/fax 317-352-1867
    Email: mechanicalskills@mechanicalskills.org

    North Central Indiana Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling
    304 N. Walnut St./ PO Box 474
    Plymouth, IN 46563
    Contact: Nickey Shively
    Telephone: 574-941-4473/ fax: 574-935-4478Email:  phccncia@embarqmail.comNWIPHCC Apprentice School Inc.
    9476 Calumet Ave
    Munster, IN  46321
    Contact:  Clint Mann
    Phone: 219-677-6965
    Email: mmp10974@gmail.com

    Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 210
    2901 E. 83rd Place
    Merrillville, IN 46411-1931
    Contact: Lee Culver
    Telephone: 219-942-7224

    Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 661 JAC
    4401 S. Eaton Ave.
    Muncie, IN 47302
    Contact: Jack Neal, Jr.
    Telephone: 765-282-7344

    S.E.P.H.C.C. School at Processer School of Tech.
    4202 Charlestown Road
    New Albany, IN 47150
    Contact: Anthony Phillips/Wendy
    Telephone: 812-949-4266/812-633-4252
    Email: email@acphillpsplumbing.comSouth Bend & Vicinity Plumbers & Pipefitters JATC-Local 172
    4172 Ralph Jones Court
    South Bend, IN 46628-9793
    Contact: Broc Buczolich
    Telephone: 547-273-0500/fax 547-273-1300

    South Central Indiana Assoc. of PHCC
    602 E. 16th St.
    Jasper, IN 47546
    Contact: Beth Gudorf
    Telephone/fax: 812-634-9437
    Email: beth.gudorf@in.usda.govSWIPHCC
    (Southwestern Indiana Association of PHCC)
    14621 McCutchen Rd
    Evansville, IN 47725
    Contact:  Becky Kamp
    Phone: 812-459-4536
    Email: rlkamp2010@aol.com
    Terre Haute Plumbers & Steam Fitters JAC Local 157
    8707 E. Milner Ave.
    Terre Haute, IN 47803-9796
    Contact: Rich Cheever Telephone: 812-877-1736 /812-877-4552Local 392 JATC
    1300 Century Circle

    Cincinnati, OH 45246
    Contact:  Jerry Beck
    Telephone:  513-671-5282/ fax 513-671-5233
    Email: jerry@jatc392.com

    NWIPHCC Apprenticeship School Inc.
    1013 N. McKinley Ave
    Rensselaer, IN 47978
    Contact: Ross Kozora
    Telephone 219-838-1151/ fax 219-838-051

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