Texas DPS exam simulator
The DPS doesn't publish how many questions its test has, but you need 70% to pass, so the simulator gives you 25 random questions from all 327 of ours with 18 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 · 18 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 DPS doesn't publish a time limit for this test, so the clock just shows how long you've taken.
About the real Texas DPS test
Class C knowledge exam ("written exam") for all original applicants, taken at a driver license office or, for teens, during the classroom portion of driver education (concurrent method: after the first 6 hours; block method: after all 24 hours). Separate Class M (motorcycle) and Class A/B rules exams exist.
- Languages: English or Spanish only. Applicants must understand road signs written in English. Translators may help only before and after a test, not during it.
- Attempts: Fee is paid before any exam. If the knowledge and driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held for 90 days; after 90 days or three failed exams, a new application and fee are required.
- Fee: No separate knowledge-test fee; the license fee is paid before testing (learner license under 18: $15 + $1 administrative fee = $16; Class C 18+: $33).
- Audio or oral test: Oral tests are given when needed. Written and oral exams are offered in English and Spanish only. Hearing-impaired applicants may bring a translator or ask DPS for a certified ASL interpreter at least four business days ahead.
On test day
- Bring the documents on the Texas what-to-bring list, and check you meet the minimum age (15 (learner license; driver education classroom may start at 14)).
- You'll take a vision test first: Without corrective lenses, 20/40 or better in each eye and both together means no restriction. With corrective lenses, 20/50 or better in the best eye or both together means a corrective-lenses restriction. 20/60 or 20/70 in the best eye means corrective lenses plus daytime-only driving, a 45 mph limit and other restrictions as advisable. Worse than 20/70 in the best eye fails. One eye: 20/25 or better without lenses means no restriction. Color vision is checked on all original applicants. 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 Texas permit test?
The Texas DPS doesn't publish the number of questions. You need 70% correct to pass.
How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Texas?
15 (learner license; driver education classroom may start at 14). You then hold the permit for at least 6 months (learner and/or hardship license) before a provisional license; extended by the number of days of any suspension before the road test and 30 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night.
What happens if I fail the Texas permit test?
Fee is paid before any exam. If the knowledge and driving exams are not passed on the first attempt, the application is held for 90 days; after 90 days or three failed exams, a new application and fee are required.
Can I take the Texas permit test in Spanish or another language?
English or Spanish only. Applicants must understand road signs written in English. Translators may help only before and after a test, not during it.
What do I need to bring for the Texas permit test?
Completed application DL-14B (under 18) signed by parent/guardian, or a parent/guardian present; Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence; Proof of Texas residency; Proof of identity; Social Security number (verified electronically); and more (see the full list).
What is the vision requirement in Texas?
Without corrective lenses, 20/40 or better in each eye and both together means no restriction. With corrective lenses, 20/50 or better in the best eye or both together means a corrective-lenses restriction. 20/60 or 20/70 in the best eye means corrective lenses plus daytime-only driving, a 45 mph limit and other restrictions as advisable. Worse than 20/70 in the best eye fails. One eye: 20/25 or better without lenses means no restriction. Color vision is checked on all original applicants.
Test format from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division: official test information.