Connecticut DMV Practice Test
Practice Connecticut road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving rules with questions written from the official DMV driver manual.
Choose your test and click to begin:
Start with the free 10-question Connecticut practice test. Then move on to the full 25-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.
Connecticut permit test quick facts
Number of questions
25
Passing score:
20
Time limit:
Not stated
Test fee:
$40 testing fee + $19 permit fee
Minimum age:
16 years
GDL minimum requirement:
Teens must complete training and hold a permit for 120 to 180 days, depending on training
Connecticut Permit Test FAQs
How many questions are on the real Connecticut permit test?
The Connecticut DMV learner’s permit knowledge test has 25 questions.
What score do I need to pass?
You should aim for 20 correct answers out of 25, which is an 80% passing score.
How much does the Connecticut knowledge test cost?
Connecticut DMV lists a $40 testing fee, which covers the vision, knowledge, and road tests, plus a $19 learner’s permit fee.
Can I take the Connecticut permit test online?
No, the knowledge test must be taken in person and testing is offered by appointment at select DMV offices.
What should I bring to the Connecticut DMV office?
Bring acceptable identification documents, the completed learner’s permit / driver’s license application, the $40 license exam fee, your Connecticut non-driver ID if you have one, glasses or contact lenses if needed for the vision test, and your Connecticut Work Zone Safety Course completion certificate.
What happens if I fail?
You must wait seven days and pay $40 to reschedule and retake the knowledge test.
Are these practice tests based on the Connecticut Driver's Handbook?
Yes. These practice questions are designed to help you study topics from the Connecticut Driver Handbook: 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 25 questions for which you'll need to correctly answer 20 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 Connecticut Driver Handbook
This is the official source of all rules you'll be tested on.
Begin with shorter quizzes
Start with road signs, lane rules, and right-of-way. These build strong foundational knowledge.
Move to full-length 25-question tests
These mimic the real exam format and help you get used to timing and pressure.
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
Most successful test-takers aim for 85–90% on practice quizzes before taking the real test.
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Useful resources
Always refer to official Connecticut DMV resources for the latest learner’s permit requirements, fees, testing rules, document requirements, and driver manual information.
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