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Tennessee DMV practice test (2026)
82 free practice questions written from the Tennessee driver handbook, split into 4 tests of up to 20. Every answer shows the handbook rule and page it comes from.
Tennessee permit test: key facts
- Minimum age for a learner permit
- At least 15 years old“Level 1 LEARNER PERMIT CLASS PD Requirements: Must be 15 years old” — Tennessee driver handbook, page 34
- How long to hold the permit (drivers under 18)
- 180 days“You must hold a learner permit for 180 days in order to move to the Intermediate Restricted License step.” — Tennessee driver handbook, page 28
- Who must ride with a permit holder
- Licensed driver age 21 or older in the vehicle with them in the front seat“When driving, permit holders must have a licensed driver age 21 or older in the vehicle with them in the front seat.” — Tennessee driver handbook, page 33
- If you fail the knowledge test
- Wait a minimum of one day before returning“All applicants will be required to wait a minimum of one day before returning to any Driver License Service Center to attempt the knowledge examination again.” — Tennessee driver handbook, page 36
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
20 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.