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Permit test questions and passing scores by state
Updated October 2026
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| State | Questions | Score to pass | Correct answers needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Alaska | 20 | 80% | 16 of 20 |
| Arizona | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Arkansas | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| California | 46 | 83% | 38 of 46 |
| Colorado | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Connecticut | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Delaware | 32 | 81% | 26 of 32 |
| Florida | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| Georgia | 40 | 75% | 30 of 40 |
| Hawaii | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Idaho | 40 | 85% | 34 of 40 |
| Illinois | 35 | 80% | 28 of 35 |
| Indiana | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| Iowa | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Kansas | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Kentucky | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| Louisiana | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| Maine | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Maryland | 25 | 88% | 22 of 25 |
| Massachusetts | 25 | 72% | 18 of 25 |
| Michigan | – | – | – |
| Minnesota | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| Mississippi | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Missouri | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Montana | 33 | 82% | 27 of 33 |
| Nebraska | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Nevada | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| New Hampshire | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| New Jersey | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| New Mexico | 25 | 70% | 18 of 25 |
| New York | 20 | 70% | 14 of 20 |
| North Carolina | 37 | 78% | 29 of 37 |
| North Dakota | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Ohio | 40 | 75% | 30 of 40 |
| Oklahoma | 20 | 75% | 15 of 20 |
| Oregon | 35 | 80% | 28 of 35 |
| Pennsylvania | 18 | 83% | 15 of 18 |
| Rhode Island | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| South Carolina | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| South Dakota | 25 | 80% | 20 of 25 |
| Tennessee | 30 | 80% | 24 of 30 |
| Texas | 30 | 70% | 21 of 30 |
| Utah | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| Vermont | 20 | 80% | 16 of 20 |
| Virginia | 40 | 85% | 34 of 40 |
| Washington | 40 | 80% | 32 of 40 |
| West Virginia | 25 | 76% | 19 of 25 |
| Wisconsin | 50 | 80% | 40 of 50 |
| Wyoming | 25 | – | – |
Permit test FAQ
How many questions are on the permit test?
It depends on the state: the written knowledge test has between 18 questions (Pennsylvania) and 50 questions (Florida, Indiana, Nevada, New Jersey, Utah and Wisconsin). The table on this page lists every state.
What score do you need to pass the permit test?
In 32 of the 48 states listed here you need 80% to pass. The lowest pass mark is 70% and the highest is 88%; the table shows how many correct answers that means in each state.
What is on the DMV written test?
Multiple-choice questions written from your state's driver handbook. State handbooks share the same core subjects: traffic signs, signals and road markings; rules of the road such as right-of-way, speed limits, turning and parking; sharing the road with pedestrians, cyclists and large vehicles; alcohol and drugs; and safe driving in special conditions. Each state page here lists that state's handbook topics and shows sample questions with the correct answers explained.
Is this permit practice test free?
Yes. Pick your state for a free 10-question practice test with instant results and every answer explained. The GetMyPermit app has the full question bank for your state and a study plan.