INTaxes
Disabled Veteran Property-Tax Benefits
Eligibility snapshotBenefit varies by wartime service, disability rating, age, total disability, residency, and property circumstances
Indiana provides several veteran deductions or credits, including a full principal-residence deduction for some totally disabled veterans and smaller credits for other qualifying veterans.
Next moveAsk the County Veteran Service Officer or county auditor which current deduction or credit fits your record.
INEducation
Tuition and Fee Exemption
Eligibility snapshotQualifying children of disabled or POW/MIA veterans, Purple Heart recipients and their children, and other statutory categories
The program can cover up to 124 credit hours at eligible institutions, with benefit levels and school types governed by the applicant’s category and current law.
Next moveApply in ScholarTrack, complete the FAFSA each year, and coordinate the award with the school.
INHousing
Military Family Relief Fund
Eligibility snapshotQualifying Indiana service members, veterans, and dependents with documented essential-expense needs
The fund may provide limited assistance for necessities such as food, housing, utilities, transportation, and medical expenses when current program criteria are met.
Next moveReview the active program category and submit the required financial and service documentation.
INRecreation
Disabled Veteran Recreation Discounts
Eligibility snapshotIndiana veterans meeting the service-connected disability requirements for the selected program
Qualifying veterans may receive discounted hunting and fishing licenses and the Golden Hoosier Passport benefit for state properties.
Next moveHave IDVA verify eligibility and confirm the current license or pass terms before purchase.
INClaims support
County Veteran Service Officers
Eligibility snapshotIndiana veterans and eligible dependents or survivors
County officers help veterans understand and apply for federal, state, and local benefits at no charge.
Next moveLocate your county officer and bring discharge, rating, medical, dependency, and financial records relevant to the request.