This Pennsylvania DOT practice test has just been updated for April 2024 and covers 20 of the most essential road signs and rules questions directly from the official 2024 PA Driver Handbook. The Pennsylvania learner’s permit is your first step towards being a fully licensed driver. To get a permit, you’ll need to pass a written knowledge test, vision test, and pay a $35.50 fee at your local PennDOT Driver License Center. If you are between 16 and 18, you’ll receive a junior learner’s permit. The Pennsylvania written test will be 18 multiple-choice questions based on the 2024 driver’s manual. You will need to answer 15 of the 18 questions correctly, so it’s important to study and use our free DMV practice test as a helpful tool. The knowledge test will cover questions regarding traffic signs, PA driving laws, and safe driving practices. The exam can be given in multiple languages as well as in an oral format if needed. Studying for the PA DMV written test will make sure you are a safe and confident driver as you prepare for your license.
How many questions | 18 |
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How many correct answers to pass | 15 |
Passing score | 83% |
Minimum age to apply for Non-Commercial Learner's Permit | 16 |
No, in Pennsylvania, the permit test must be taken in person at a PennDOT Driver License Center. Online testing is not available.
The Pennsylvania permit test includes 18 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 15 questions, which is an 83% passing score.
Yes, an appointment is typically required for the permit test in Pennsylvania. It's recommended to schedule it in advance through the PennDOT website or by calling a Driver License Center.
Prepare for the Pennsylvania permit test by studying the Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual thoroughly. Practice tests can also help familiarize you with the format and types of questions on the actual test.
Yes, in Pennsylvania, even if you are over 18, you need to obtain a learner's permit before you can take the road test for a driver's license. The permit process involves passing the knowledge test and vision screening.
The fee for the learner's permit test in Pennsylvania is $35. This fee includes the cost of the knowledge test, the permit, and your first driver's license.
View the most recent (2024) official PA DOT Driver's License Handbook.
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