North Dakota NDDOT exam simulator
The NDDOT doesn't publish how many questions its test has, so the simulator gives you 25 random questions from all 261 of ours with 20 correct to pass. You only see your answers at the end. Pass three in a row and you're ready for the real thing.
25 questions · 20 to pass
How the simulator works
- Every attempt draws a new random set of 25 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 NDDOT doesn't publish a time limit for this test, so the clock just shows how long you've taken.
About the real North Dakota NDDOT test
Knowledge (written) test plus a vision screening, at a Driver License office (appointment required) or online through KnowToDrive (NDDOT's only official online platform). If you pass online, you must make an appointment at a Driver License office to get the permit. Leaving the testing area, or bringing phones, bags or notes into it, means a failed score.
- Languages: Class D test: English, Arabic, Spanish, Somali, Russian, Vietnamese, Turkish, Swahili, Nepali, Serbo-Croatian, French, Pashto, Dari and Chinese. Motorcycle test: English and Spanish. CDL tests: English only.
- Attempts: One attempt per day ($5 per attempt).
- If you fail: Next day. A failed test can't be retaken the same day.
- Fee: Office: $5 per attempt; online (KnowToDrive): $10 per attempt; permit $15; road test $5
- Audio or oral test: Automated American Sign Language and audio testing at the Fargo, Jamestown, Bismarck, Dickinson, Williston, Minot, Devils Lake and Grand Forks offices.
On test day
- Bring the documents on the North Dakota what-to-bring list, and check you meet the minimum age (14).
- 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 old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in North Dakota?
14. You then hold the permit for at least Ages 14-15: 12 months or until 16, whichever comes first, but at least 6 months. Ages 16-17: 6 months or until 18, whichever comes first. before the road test and 50 hours of supervised driving.
What happens if I fail the North Dakota permit test?
You can retake it: Next day. A failed test can't be retaken the same day. One attempt per day ($5 per attempt).
Can I take the North Dakota permit test in Spanish or another language?
Class D test: English, Arabic, Spanish, Somali, Russian, Vietnamese, Turkish, Swahili, Nepali, Serbo-Croatian, French, Pashto, Dari and Chinese. Motorcycle test: English and Spanish. CDL tests: English only.
What do I need to bring for the North Dakota permit test?
Proof of legal presence, current name and date of birth (original or certified, e.g. state-certified U.S. birth certificate, valid U.S. passport); no photocopies or hospital certificates; Proof of Social Security number (card, W-2, SSA-1099, non-SSA 1099 or pay stub); Two proofs of North Dakota residence address (no P.O. boxes); Under 18: parent or legal guardian signature (guardianship papers for guardians); Arrive at least one hour before noon (offices closing for lunch) or before closing.
Test format from the North Dakota Department of Transportation, Driver License Division: official test information.