Maine DMV practice test (2026)

Maine permit test: key facts

Minimum age for a learner permit

At least 15 years of age

“You must be at least 15 years of age.” — Maine driver handbook, page 7

How long to hold the permit (drivers under 18)

6 months

“Before a person under 21 years of age can apply for a road test, that person must have held a learner's permit for 6 months from the date” — Maine driver handbook, page 8

Supervised practice hours (drivers under 18)

Minimum of 70 hours, including 10 hours of night driving

“must complete a minimum of 70 hours of driving, including 10 hours of night driving, while accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 20 years of age and has held a valid license for 2 years.” — Maine driver handbook, page 8

Who must ride with a permit holder

Licensed driver aged at least 20 years, holding valid license for 2 years, licensed for vehicle class

“It allows a person to operate a vehicle when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 20 years of age and has held a valid license for 2 years. The accompanying operator must be licensed to drive the class of vehicle(s) being operated.” — Maine driver handbook, page 7

Copied from the handbook with the page; rules change, so check the current edition or your DMV before the test.