Mississippi DPS Practice Test
Practice Mississippi road signs, traffic laws and safe-driving rules with questions based on the official Mississippi Driver's License Manual.
Choose your test and click to begin:
Start with the free 10-question Mississippi practice test. Then move on to the full 30-question mock test when you’re ready.
Choose from a set of practice quizzes tailored to different topics, difficulty levels, and test formats. All tests are completely free and can be taken as many times as you need.
Quick Test
10 Mississippi knowledge-test practice questions for a quick review.
Full Mock Test
30-question Mississippi practice test. Aim for at least 24 correct to pass.
Study Mode
Work through Mississippi permit test questions with explanations as you go.
Road Signs Drill
Practice Mississippi road signs, signals, traffic controls, and pavement markings.
Mississippi permit test quick facts
Number of questions
30
Passing score:
24 (80%)
Time limit:
Not stated
Fees:
$7 learner’s permit
Minimum age:
15
GDL minimum requirement:
Under 17's generally hold the permit for 1 year or until their 17th birthday, whichever occurs first, and complete at least 50 supervised driving hours
Mississippi Permit Test FAQs
How many questions are on the real Mississippi permit test?
The Mississippi written test contains 30 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws and road signs.
What score do I need to pass?
You must achieve a passing score of at least 24 correct answers, which is 80%.
How much does the Mississippi knowledge test cost?
Mississippi does not list a separate standard knowledge-test fee. The regular learner’s permit costs $7 and is valid for two years.
Can I take the Mississippi permit test online?
No. All Mississippi knowledge examinations must be completed in person at a Driver Service Bureau location. DPS recommends making an appointment.
What should I bring to the Mississippi DPS office?
Bring a completed application, an original or certified birth certificate or another accepted identity document, your Social Security card or qualifying government correspondence showing the full number, two proofs of Mississippi residency and any applicable legal name-change documents. Applicants aged 15–17 must also provide a current school-attendance form.
Beginning July 1, 2027, Mississippi will require new drivers to provide documentation showing completion of a certified driver-education course before obtaining a regular driver’s license.
What happens if I fail?
Applicants can retest on the following business day and have to wait 30 days after three failed attempts.
Are these practice tests based on the Mississippi Driver's License Manual?
Yes. These practice questions are designed to help you study topics from the Mississippi Driver's License Manual, including traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving rules.
What is in the practice permit test?
Our short tests consist of 10 questions and are perfect for quick refreshes when you only have a few minutes. Our full practice tests have 30 questions for which you'll need to correctly answer 24 to pass. All tests use the same question database, where the questions are selected at random from these categories:
- Occupant Protection
- Traffic Controls
- Laws and Rules of the Road
- Visual Search
- Lane Control
- Turns
- Parking
- Safe Driving Practices
- Vehicle Positioning
- Sharing the Road
- Special Driving Situations
- Handling Emergencies
- Driver Readiness
- Alcohol and Drugs
- Additional Driving Laws/Rules
How to best use these practice tests
Follow these steps for the most effective study experience:
Read the Mississippi Driver's License Manual
This is the primary official study source for traffic laws, highway signs, vehicle handling and safe-driving information.
Begin with shorter quizzes
Start with road signs, lane rules, and right-of-way. These build strong foundational knowledge.
Move to full-length 30-question tests
These help you practice maintaining concentration throughout a full-length test.
After tests are scored, review the correct answers carefully
Understanding why an answer is correct improves retention.
Retake tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold
Retake the practice tests until you consistently score comfortably above the Mississippi 80% passing threshold.
Additional Recommended Resources
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Useful resources
Always refer to the Mississippi DPS Driver Service Bureau for the latest knowledge-test requirements, permit fees, required documents, appointments and licensing rules.
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