Louisiana OMV exam simulator
Take the knowledge test the way the OMV gives it: 40 questions picked at random from all 302 of ours, 32 correct to pass. You only see your answers at the end. Pass three in a row and you're ready for the real thing.
40 questions · 32 to pass
How the simulator works
- Every attempt draws a new random set of 40 questions from across the handbook.
- No feedback until you finish, as in the real test. Then you see your score and every question you missed, with the explanation and handbook reference.
- Your results stay in this browser. After three passes in a row you'll see "You're ready".
- The OMV doesn't publish a time limit for this test, so the clock just shows how long you've taken.
About the real Louisiana OMV test
Multiple-choice test on traffic signs, signals, safe driving and Louisiana law, taken from the Driver's Guide; given on a computer in most offices. For teens the knowledge and skills tests are administered by the driver education provider. A Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) is required before taking the knowledge test.
- Languages: If you don't read English well, you may bring a translator for non-CDL knowledge tests.
- Fee: OMV lists no separate state knowledge-test fee. Driving schools and third-party testers set their own fees. The learner's permit costs $32.25, plus an office service fee of up to $6-8.
On test day
- Bring the documents on the Louisiana what-to-bring list, and check you meet the minimum age (15 (learner's permit); 14 for the Class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) used only during driver education).
- You'll take a vision test first: 20/40 in one or both eyes (minimum standard). Failing applicants get a vision report for a specialist to complete. Corrective-lens restriction code 01. Bring your glasses or contacts if you wear them.
- Read each question and every answer to the end before choosing; watch for words like "not" and "except".
- Review the hardest questions the night before: exact numbers are where most points are lost.
Questions
How many questions are on the Louisiana permit test?
The Louisiana OMV knowledge test has 40 questions and you need 32 correct to pass (80%).
How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Louisiana?
15 (learner's permit); 14 for the Class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) used only during driver education. You then hold the permit for at least 180 days and until age 16 for those who start at 15; a 16-year-old holds it 180 days or until turning 17; applicants 17 and older need not hold it 180 days before the road test and 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 at night.
Can I take the Louisiana permit test in Spanish or another language?
If you don't read English well, you may bring a translator for non-CDL knowledge tests.
What do I need to bring for the Louisiana permit test?
Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) and Certificate of Successful Completion of driver education; Certified birth certificate (minors) or one primary + additional ID (adults); no photocopies; Social Security number verification; Proof of address; Custodial parent or legal guardian present to sign (17 and under), with their ID and custody/guardianship papers.
What is the vision requirement in Louisiana?
20/40 in one or both eyes (minimum standard). Failing applicants get a vision report for a specialist to complete. Corrective-lens restriction code 01.
Test format from the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (Department of Public Safety & Corrections, Public Safety Services): official test information.