New York DMV Practice Test
Practice New York road signs, traffic laws and safe-driving rules with questions based on the official New York Driver's Manual.
Choose your test and click to begin:
Start with the free 10-question New York practice test. Then move on to the full 20-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 York knowledge-test practice questions for a quick review.
Full Mock Test
20-question New York practice test. Aim for at least 14 correct to pass.
Study Mode
Work through New York permit test questions with explanations as you go.
Road Signs Drill
Practice New York road signs, signals, traffic controls, and pavement markings.
New York permit test quick facts
Number of questions
20
Passing score:
14 (70%) inc. at least 2 of the 4 road sign questions
Time limit:
Not stated
Fees:
Varies by age and county
Minimum age:
16
GDL minimum requirement:
Drivers under 18 must hold the permit for at least six months and complete 50 supervised hours, including 15 after sunset
New York Permit Test FAQs
How many questions are on the real New York permit test?
The New York Class D permit test contains 20 questions. Four questions concern road signs.
What score do I need to pass?
You must answer at least 14 of the 20 questions correctly. You must also correctly answer at least two of the four road-sign questions.
How much does the New York knowledge test cost?
The permit fee varies according to your exact age and where you live. For a Class D or DJ applicant aged 16 to 16½, the current total is $80, or $90 if the applicant lives in the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District. Use the DMV fee chart for your exact amount.
Can I take the New York permit test online?
Applicants under 18 may be offered the option to complete the permit test online as part of the DMV application process. After passing, you must wait for DMV to review the test result and identity documents, then visit a DMV office to complete the permit transaction. Going to the office within the first three business days may require you to retake the test there.
What should I bring to the New York DMV office?
Bring a completed permit application, the required proofs of age, identity and New York residence, and payment for the applicable fee. The exact documents depend on whether you apply for a Standard, REAL ID or Enhanced permit. A parent or guardian must attend when the MV-45 identity or residence form is required.
What happens if I fail?
New York DMV does not state a standard waiting period for another in-office permit-test attempt on its current public permit page. Ask the testing office when you may retake it. Students testing through the monitored school-based online program may retake the test as many times as their school allows.
Are these practice tests based on the New York State Driver's Manual?
Yes. These practice questions are designed to help you study topics from the New York State Driver's 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 20 questions for which you'll need to correctly answer 14 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 York State 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 20-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 York 70% passing threshold.
Additional Recommended Resources
Use our links to review other resources that are available elsewhere.
Useful resources
Always refer to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the latest permit-test requirements, fees, identity documents, online-testing arrangements and Graduated Driver License restrictions.
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