New Hampshire DMV Practice Test
Practice New Hampshire road signs, traffic laws and safe-driving rules with questions based on the official New Hampshire Driver's Manual.
Choose your test and click to begin:
Start with the free 10-question New Hampshire practice test. Then move on to the full 40-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 New Hampshire knowledge-test practice questions for a quick review.
Full Mock Test
40-question New Hampshire practice test. Aim for at least 32 correct to pass.
Study Mode
Work through New Hampshire knowledge test questions with explanations as you go.
Road Signs Drill
Practice New Hampshire road signs, signals, traffic controls, and pavement markings.
New Hampshire knowledge test quick facts
Number of questions
40
Passing score:
32 (80%)
Time limit:
40 minutes
Fees:
Standard: $50
RealID: $60
Youth: $10 /yr until 21
Minimum age:
15½ for supervised practice
16 for license
GDL minimum requirement:
Complete driver education and 40 additional supervised driving hours, including 10 at night
New Hampshire Knowledge Test FAQs
How many questions are on the real New Hampshire knowledge test?
The New Hampshire knowledge test contains 40 multiple-choice questions covering rules of the road and general driving conditions.
What score do I need to pass?
You must score at least 80%, which means answering at least 32 of the 40 questions correctly. You have 40 minutes to complete the test.
How much does the New Hampshire knowledge test cost?
New Hampshire DMV does not list a separate knowledge-test fee. A standard operator license costs $50 and a REAL ID operator license costs $60. Youth Operator License fees are calculated at $10 for each year remaining until age 21.
Can I take the New Hampshire knowledge test online?
No. The knowledge test is completed by appointment through a New Hampshire DMV office.
What should I bring to the New Hampshire DMV office?
Bring a completed driver-license application, proof of identity and New Hampshire residency, and payment for the applicable license. Applicants under 18 must also bring their original green Driver Education Completion Certificate, a Parent or Guardian Authorization Certificate and certification of the required additional supervised driving.
What happens if I fail?
If you fail the New Hampshire knowledge test, you may schedule another attempt no sooner than 10 days after the failed test.
Are these practice tests based on the New Hampshire Driver's Manual?
Yes. These practice questions are designed to help you study topics from the New Hampshire Driver's Manual, including traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving rules.
What is in the practice knowledge 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 40 questions for which you'll need to correctly answer 32 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 New Hampshire Driver's 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 40-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 New Hampshire 80% passing threshold.
Additional Recommended Resources
Use our links to review other resources that are available elsewhere.
Useful resources
Always refer to the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles for the latest knowledge-test requirements, licensing fees, required documents, appointments and Youth Operator rules.
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