North Dakota DMV practice test (2026)

North Dakota permit test: key facts

Minimum age for a learner permit

At least 14 years of age

“All applicants must be at least 14 years of age.” — North Dakota driver handbook, page 7

How long to hold the permit (drivers under 18)

Six months or to the age of 18, whichever comes first

“Individuals who are 16 or 17 must hold the instruction permit for six months or to the age of 18, whichever comes first, prior to completing the road test or waiving the road test for an operator’s license.” — North Dakota driver handbook, page 7

Supervised practice hours (drivers under 18)

Minimum of 50 hours for drivers under age of 16

“Instruction permit holders under the age of 16 must complete a minimum of 50 hours of supervised, behind-the-wheel driving experience in various driving conditions” — North Dakota driver handbook, page 49

Who must ride with a permit holder

A person with a valid license for the class of vehicle being driven, who is at least 18 years of age and has had at least three years of driving experience

“Any time you operate with an in- Revised 2025 struction permit, a person with a valid license for the class of vehicle being driven, who is at least 18 years of age and has had at least three years of driving experience, must ride in the seat beside you.” — North Dakota driver handbook, page 7

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