Looking to ace your permit test and wondering how many questions you’ll face? You’re in the right place! Let’s get straight to the point.

Each state in the US has a different number of questions on their permit test. We’ve got a handy table below to help you find out exactly what you need to know.

How many questions does my state’s permit test have?

StateNumber of QuestionsPassing ScoreAdditional Notes
Alabama3024 (80%)Available in Spanish.
Alaska2016 (80%)Online testing not available.
Arizona3024 (80%)Can retake the test the next day if failed.
Arkansas2520 (80%)Appointment required for in-person test.
California4638 (83%)Available in multiple languages.
Colorado2520 (80%)Retake after 1 day if failed.
Connecticut2520 (80%)Special rules for teen drivers.
Delaware2520 (80%)Online testing available.
District of Columbia2520 (80%)Mandatory driver’s education course required.
Florida5040 (80%)Scores valid for 1 year.
Georgia4030 (75%)Available in English and Spanish.
Hawaii3025 (83%)No appointment needed.
Idaho4034 (85%)Online and in-person formats available.
Illinois3528 (80%)Can retake twice within 90 days.
Indiana5042 (84%)Requires proof of enrollment in driver’s ed.
Iowa3528 (80%)Available in multiple languages.
Kansas2520 (80%)Retake after 1 week if failed.
Kentucky4032 (80%)Appointment required.
Louisiana4032 (80%)Special rules for under-18 drivers.
Maine3024 (80%)Scores valid for 2 years.
Maryland2522 (88%)Retake after 7 days if failed.
Massachusetts2518 (72%)Available in multiple languages.
Michigan5040 (80%)No appointment needed.
Minnesota4032 (80%)Online testing available.
Mississippi3024 (80%)Special rules for teen drivers.
Missouri2520 (80%)Must wait 1 day for retake if failed.
Montana3327 (82%)Available in English only.
Nebraska2520 (80%)Requires parent/guardian consent for under 18.
Nevada5040 (80%)Must pass a vision test.
New Hampshire4032 (80%)Retake after 10 days if failed.
New Jersey5040 (80%)Scores valid for 90 days.
New Mexico2518 (72%)Online testing not available.
New York2014 (70%)Available in multiple languages.
North Carolina2520 (80%)Requires proof of residency.
North Dakota2520 (80%)Must pass a vision test.
Ohio4030 (75%)Available in multiple languages.
Oklahoma5040 (80%)No appointment needed.
Oregon3528 (80%)Must wait 1 day for retake if failed.
Pennsylvania1815 (83%)Special rules for teen drivers.
Rhode Island2520 (80%)Online testing available.
South Carolina3024 (80%)Scores valid for 1 year.
South Dakota2520 (80%)Retake after 1 week if failed.
Tennessee3024 (80%)No appointment needed.
Texas3021 (70%)Requires proof of residency.
Utah5040 (80%)Must pass a vision test.
Vermont2016 (80%)Scores valid for 2 years.
Virginia3530 (86%)Online testing available.
Washington4032 (80%)Retake after 1 day if failed.
West Virginia2519 (76%)Must pass a vision test.
Wisconsin5040 (80%)No appointment needed.
Wyoming2520 (80%)Must wait 1 day for retake if failed.

Tips for studying

  • Read the DMV Handbook: Each state provides a DMV handbook. It’s your best friend!
  • Take Practice Tests: Take our state-specific DMV practice tests to get a feel for the real thing.
  • Flashcards: Use flashcards to memorize traffic signs and rules.

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Pro Tip: Study regularly, don’t cram! Consistent study habits lead to better retention and understanding.

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