Massachusetts Permit Practice Test (2026)
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Massachusetts issues learner's permits and driver's licenses through the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). You can apply for a Class D learner's permit starting at age 16. The knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions and you need 18 correct (72%) to pass.
Sourced from the official Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles Massachusetts driver manual.
Massachusetts permit test at a glance
Sources: Massachusetts RMV Driver's Manuals list Massachusetts Class D Driver's Manual (PDF) Apply for a Class D Learner's Permit Massachusetts Learner's Permit Knowledge Test FAQs (PDF)
How to pass the Massachusetts permit test
Study the Massachusetts Class D Driver's Manual from mass.gov/rmv. Focus on the Junior Operator Law, sharing the road with bicyclists and pedestrians, and OUI (Operating Under the Influence) rules - all heavily tested. Take the RMV's free online practice tests and any third-party practice tests until you score above 90%.
Retake policy
If you fail the Massachusetts learner's permit knowledge test, you can retake it the next business day. There is no attempt limit. Each retake requires you to pay the $30 application/test fee again.
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Massachusetts DMV FAQ
How many questions are on the Massachusetts permit test?
The Massachusetts Class D learner's permit test has 25 multiple-choice questions. You need 18 correct to pass.
What's the minimum age for a Massachusetts permit?
You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Class D learner's permit in Massachusetts. If you're under 18 you need a parent or guardian's signature.
How much does a Massachusetts permit cost?
The Massachusetts learner's permit fee is $30. The road test is $35 and the Class D license itself costs $50 for a 5-year term.
How long is the Massachusetts permit good for?
A Massachusetts learner's permit is valid for 2 years from the date it is issued (or for the length of your legal stay in the U.S., whichever is shorter).
What happens if I fail the Massachusetts permit test?
You can retake the test the next business day. There is no attempt limit, but you must pay the $30 application fee each time you retest.