State Benefit·Indiana·Burial & Memorial

Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Burial at the state veterans cemetery in Madison for eligible Indiana veterans and spouses.

Verified May 12, 2026againstin.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Burial & Memorial — Indiana
Who it's for
Veterans, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Where it applies
Indiana
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery?

Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery is a Indiana burial & memorial benefit for veterans, national guard, reservists, spouses, survivors, dependents. Burial at the state veterans cemetery in Madison for eligible Indiana veterans and spouses.

Who qualifies

VeteransNational GuardReservistsSpousesSurvivorsDependents
  • Available to any veteran
  • Indiana residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Indiana agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Any Indiana veteran with a discharge other than dishonorable (state-level rule, broader than VA national cemetery eligibility). Indiana National Guard/Reservists who die while serving also covered. Surviving spouse and dependent children under 21 (or permanently disabled dependents) also eligible. Must be an Indiana resident.

What Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery covers

Covers

Burial at the state veterans cemetery in Madison (1415 North Gate Rd.). Each county auditor may pay up to $100 for veteran burial expenses and up to $100 for setting a federal headstone.

How to apply for Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery

How to apply

Contact Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 812-273-9220.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: in.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Who qualifies for Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery is for Veterans, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; available to any veteran; indiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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