Pennsylvania Permit Practice Test (2026)
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Pennsylvania issues learner's permits through PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services. To get a permit, you must be at least 16, pass a vision screening, and pass a knowledge test on safe driving and Pennsylvania traffic laws. The official Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) is free on the PennDOT website and covers everything on the test.
Sourced from the official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Driver and Vehicle Services Pennsylvania driver manual.
Pennsylvania permit test at a glance
Sources: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - official PDF Pennsylvania Driver's Manual landing page Get a Learner's Permit - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Chapter 1: Applying for a Learner's Permit
How to pass the Pennsylvania permit test
Read the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) from start to finish. Focus on road signs, right-of-way rules, and speed limits. Take practice tests until you score above 90% several times in a row. The Pennsylvania permit test has 18 multiple-choice questions and you must answer at least 15 correctly. That is about 83%. Get a full night of sleep before the test.
Retake policy
If you fail the Pennsylvania knowledge test, you may retake it the next business day. You can keep retaking the test as long as your learner's permit application stays valid. Use the wait to review the chapters you missed.
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Find a DMV office near you in Pennsylvania
Each city page lists offices, hours, and addresses. Confirm appointments through the official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Driver and Vehicle Services.
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Pennsylvania DMV FAQ
How old do I need to be to get a Pennsylvania learner's permit?
You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Pennsylvania learner's permit. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the DL-180TD consent form.
How many questions are on the Pennsylvania permit test?
The Pennsylvania permit test has 18 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 15 correctly to pass. That is about 83%.
How much does the Pennsylvania learner's permit cost?
The initial learner's permit application fee is $39.50. The fee covers your permit and your first 4-year driver's license once you pass the road test.