Indiana Pesticide Applicator Requirements & FAQs

1. Pass the written Core Exam
2. Pass the appropriate Category exams.

*If you will be applying pesticides or fertilizers to lawns for hire you must pass the Core and Category B exams as well as, meeting the experience requirements.

• Complete a state chemist-approved multiday training. Contact Purdue Pesticide programs 765-494-4566 or visit the program brochure to meet this requirement.
• work as an active Registered Technician for at least 90 days OR
• work as a licensed applicator in any category for at least one year OR
• complete a formal post-high school, two-year minimum turf program and submit your transcripts to the Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC)

December 31st every year.

Category 1 - Agricultural Pest Management
Category 2 - Forest Pest Management
Category 3a - Ornamental Pest Management
Category 3b - Turf Management
Category 4 - Seed Treatment
Category 5 - Aquatic Pest management
Category 6 - Industrial Weed Management
Category 7a - Industrial, Institutional, Structural and Health-Related Pest Management
Category 7b - Termite Control
Category 7d - Fumigation
Category 8 - Community-Wide Mosquito Control
Category 11 - Aerial Application
Category 12 - Wood Destroying Pest Inspection
Category 13 - Limited Certification
Category 14 - Agricultural Fertilizer Application
Category RT - Registered Technician

 

Yes, reciprocity differs by category type, view a full list of reciprocal categories here.