Texas Driver's License Practice Test 2026
Texas DPS Knowledge Test β 30 questions, 70% to pass Practice every question free, then sit a 30-question mock scored to the real 73% pass line.
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π Test in a week? Follow the 7-day study plan
Signs first, the real topics day by day, a full mock on day 6 and mistake review on day 7 β
π― Practice by Topic
Your License to Drive
Who needs a license, the Graduated Driver License (GDL) program, license classes, applying, exams, renewal, and license suspension.
Vehicle Inspection and Registration
Annual inspection, required and prohibited equipment, registration deadlines, and rules for new residents.
Safety Responsibility
Texas liability insurance law, minimum coverage amounts, proof of financial responsibility, and penalties for driving uninsured.
Right-of-Way
Yielding at intersections, railroad crossings, to emergency vehicles, school buses, and pedestrians.
Signals, Signs, and Markers
Traffic signal meanings, sign colors and shapes, stop and yield rules, school zones, and pavement markings.
Signaling, Passing, and Turning
Using signals, passing rules, and proper turning methods
Parking, Stopping, or Standing
No-parking zones, disabled spaces, parallel and hill parking
Speed and Speed Limits
Following distance, speed limits, the Move Over law, and illegal racing
Some Special Driving Situations
Night and highway driving, skids/blowouts, winter, roundabouts, floods, and sharing the road
Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability
How alcohol and drugs impair driving, BAC limits, zero tolerance for minors, open container, implied consent, and DWI/DUI penalties.
Motor Vehicle Crashes
What to do after a crash: exchanging information, when to notify police, duties at injury and damage crashes, hit-and-run, and aiding the injured.
Pedestrian Safety
Laws and safety tips for pedestrians and for motorists, including yielding rules, white canes, night visibility, and crossing safely.
Bicycle Laws and Safety
Bicycle traffic laws, riding position, hand signals, required equipment, and safety guidelines for riding in traffic and wet weather.
Additional Safety Tips
Defensive driving, safety belts and child seats, open-bed rules, what to do when stopped by police, road rage, low-speed vehicles, cargo, towing, and carbon monoxide.
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π What to Bring
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Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence
U.S. passport, birth certificate, or permanent resident card
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Proof of Texas residency (2 documents)
Utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement showing your Texas address
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Proof of Social Security Number
Social Security card, W-2 form, or SSA letter showing your full SSN
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$33 application fee
Cash, check, money order, or major credit/debit card accepted
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Completed DL-14A form (if under 18)
Must be signed by a parent or guardian
π How to Schedule
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Schedule online (recommended)
Visit txdps.state.tx.us and book a knowledge test appointment β often faster than walk-in.
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Walk in at a DPS Driver License office
Arrive early β offices open at 8:00 AM. Wait times vary by location and day of week.
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Check wait times before going
Visit texas.gov/txapp or the DPS website to see current wait times at your nearest office.
π‘ Test Day Tips
- β’The test is split into 2 sections: 15 road signs questions and 15 traffic laws questions.
- β’You must pass each section separately with at least 70% (11 out of 15).
- β’You have 3 attempts before you must pay the fee again and reapply.
- β’The test is available in English and Spanish.
- β’Read the Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) thoroughly β all questions come from it.
- β’Pay special attention to Texas-specific rules: FM roads, 85 mph limit on SH-130, and the ALR 15-day window.
π Driver Handbook
All practice questions are based on the chapters below. Click any chapter to read it on the official DMV website.
Ch.1 Your License to Drive
Ch.2 Vehicle Inspection & Registration
Ch.3 Safety Responsibility
Ch.4 Right-of-Way
Ch.5 Signals, Signs, and Markers
Ch.6 Signaling, Passing, and Turning
Ch.7 Parking, Stopping, or Standing
Ch.8 Speed and Speed Limits
Ch.9 Some Special Driving Situations
Ch.10 Alcohol and Drug Impact on the Driving Ability
Ch.11 Motor Vehicle Crashes
Ch.12 Pedestrian Safety
Ch.13 Bicycle Laws and Safety
Ch.14 Additional Safety Tips
π Official Resources
Texas DPS Official Site β
Texas Department of Public Safety β Driver License Division
Driver Handbook (Online) β
Texas Driver Handbook DL-7 (PDF) β official study guide for the knowledge test
Schedule Appointment β
Book your knowledge test appointment online via the Texas DPS Scheduler
Find a DPS Office β
Find the DPS Driver License office nearest to you
Check Wait Times β
Check current wait times at DPS offices before you go
Texas Driving Laws (TxDOT) β
Official Texas traffic laws and road safety information from TxDOT
β Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Texas Driver's License test, and how many do I need to pass?
The Texas Driver's License knowledge test has 30 questions. You must answer 22 correctly (73%) to pass.
How many questions can you miss on the Texas Driver's License test?
You can miss up to 8 of the 30 questions and still pass.
Can you take the Texas Driver's License test in your language?
The Texas Driver's License knowledge test is offered in: English Β· EspaΓ±ol. See test languages by state β
Is the Texas Driver's License test timed?
Time limit: 30 min / section.
What should I bring to the Texas Driver's License test?
Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence β U.S. passport, birth certificate, or permanent resident card Proof of Texas residency (2 documents) β Utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement showing your Texas address Proof of Social Security Number β Social Security card, W-2 form, or SSA letter showing your full SSN $33 application fee β Cash, check, money order, or major credit/debit card accepted Completed DL-14A form (if under 18) β Must be signed by a parent or guardian
How do I schedule and take the Texas Driver's License test?
1. Schedule online (recommended): Visit txdps.state.tx.us and book a knowledge test appointment β often faster than walk-in. 2. Walk in at a DPS Driver License office: Arrive early β offices open at 8:00 AM. Wait times vary by location and day of week. 3. Check wait times before going: Visit texas.gov/txapp or the DPS website to see current wait times at your nearest office.