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Pennsylvania DMV practice test (2026)
71 free practice questions written from the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), split into 4 tests of up to 20. Every answer shows the handbook rule and page it comes from.
Pennsylvania permit test: key facts
- Questions on the knowledge test
- 18 multiple choice questions“The Knowledge Test consists of 18 multiple choice questions.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 9
- Passing score
- 15 of 18 correct“The Knowledge Test consists of 18 multiple choice questions. You must answer 15 questions correctly to pass the test.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 9
- Minimum age for a learner permit
- 16 years of age or older“When you are 16 years of age or older, please follow the steps listed below in order to get your non-commercial learner’s permit. You cannot apply for your permit before your 16th birthday.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 5
- How long to hold the permit (drivers under 18)
- Six (6) months after receiving learner's permit, under age of 18“Remember: If you are under 18 years of age, you may not take your Road Test for six (6) months after you have received your learner’s permit and you must have completed the 65 hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building requirements.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 98
- Supervised practice hours (drivers under 18)
- At least 65 hours, including no less than 10 hours of nighttime driving“If you are under the age of 18, you are required to complete at least 65 hours of behind-the-wheel skill-building including no less than 10 hours of nighttime driving and five (5) hours of bad weather driving before taking your Road Test.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 6
- Who must ride with a permit holder
- Licensed driver aged at least 21 years or older, or parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or spouse aged 18 years or older holding a driver's license“You may only drive under the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years of age or a parent, guardian, person in loco parentis, or spouse who is 18 years of age or older and holds a driver’s license.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 7
- If you fail the knowledge test
- Wait until the following business day“If you fail the Knowledge Test, you will be permitted to retake the test the following business day.” — Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95), page 9
Copied from the handbook with the page; rules change, so check the current edition or your DMV before the test.
Practice tests
- Practice test 1
20 questions - Practice test 2
20 questions - Practice test 3
20 questions - Practice test 4
11 questions
Study the current handbook from your DMV as well: rules and test formats change, and the real test may ask about road signs and topics not covered here.
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