Tennessee Permit Practice Test (2026)
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Tennessee issues learner permits through the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Driver Services Division. To get a learner permit, you must be at least 15, pass a vision screening, and pass a knowledge test on Tennessee traffic laws and safe driving. The Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual is free on the tn.gov website and covers everything on the test.
Sourced from the official Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Driver Services Division Tennessee driver manual.
Tennessee permit test at a glance
Sources: Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual (PDF) Tennessee Driver Services - Regular Driver License Teen / Graduated Driver License (Tennessee) Tennessee Driver License Knowledge Permit Test Online
How to pass the Tennessee permit test
Read the Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual from start to finish. The permit test has 30 multiple-choice questions in four sections: road signs and signals, road rules, drugs and alcohol, and safe driving. You must answer at least 24 correctly. That is 80%. Take practice tests until you score above 90% several times in a row.
Retake policy
If you fail the Tennessee knowledge test online, you must wait 24 hours before retesting and you only get 2 online attempts. If you fail at a Driver Services Center, you must wait 7 days and pay a $2 retake fee.
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Tennessee DMV FAQ
How old do I need to be to get a Tennessee learner permit?
You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a Tennessee Class PD learner permit. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign your application.
How many questions are on the Tennessee permit test?
The Tennessee permit test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 24 correctly to pass. That is 80%.
How much does the Tennessee learner permit cost?
The learner permit costs $10.50 for applicants under 18. The fee includes the knowledge test.