Texas DMV Practice Test 2026

Free practice for the Texas knowledge test (the written permit test), written from the Texas driver handbook, with every answer explained.

30questions on the real test

21correct answers to pass

70%passing score

0.08%legal BAC limit, 21 and over

Based on the Texas driver handbook. Requirements can change, so confirm with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) before your test.

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Key facts, from the official source

Every fact links to the official page it came from. Texas facts come from texas.gov, txdmv.gov and the DPS Texas Driver Handbook (January 2022 edition); dps.texas.gov could not be loaded to check for a newer edition. Driver licenses are issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Last checked Nov 15, 2026.

Class C driver license fee: $16 if under 18, $33 for ages 18-84, $9 for 85 and older; free for qualifying disabled veterans.Source: texas.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Appointment: First-time applicants and new residents must go to a DPS office in person. Appointments can be booked online up to six months ahead; a few same-day slots exist at most offices.Source: texas.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Arriving for an appointment: Arrive no more than 30 minutes early; the appointment is cancelled if you are more than 30 minutes late.Source: texas.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
New resident deadline: New residents must get a Texas driver license within 90 days of moving to the state.Source: txdmv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Minimum age for a learner license: 15, once you have completed the classroom part of driver education. Applicants must be under 18; adults who want to practise get a restricted Class C license instead.Source: dps.texas.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Learner license fee: $16 ($15 license fee plus the $1 administrative fee).Source: dps.texas.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Learner licenseSteps and official links →First licenseSteps and official links →RenewalSteps and official links →REAL IDSteps and official links →Moving to TexasSteps and official links →Lost or replacement licenseSteps and official links →

Official Texas links

Online renewaltexas.gov ↗REAL IDtexas.gov ↗Permit and first licensetexas.gov ↗New residentstxdmv.gov ↗Replace a licensetexas.gov ↗Feestexas.gov ↗Driver licenses on texas.govtexas.gov ↗

These links open official government websites. USA DMV is an independent study site and is not affiliated with any of them.

Sample questions

A few Texas questions to try

Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.

How often must most adult Texas drivers renew their driver license, and how many cycles can be renewed without an in-person visit?

AEvery 8 years; in-person required every other renewal cycle
BEvery 6 years, in-person every cycle
CEvery 10 years, with in-person renewals every fifth cycle
DEvery 4 years, with no in-person requirement

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A. Every 8 years; in-person required every other renewal cycle

Texas adult driver licenses are valid for 8 years, and drivers must visit a DPS office in person every other renewal cycle (i.e., once every 16 years for license photo and vision update). Online or by-mail renewal is available for the alternating cycle.

While stopped at a red light in downtown Dallas, you intend to turn left from a one-way street onto another one-way street. Texas law allows you to:

ANever make this turn on red; it is always prohibited
BMake the turn on red after a complete stop, unless a sign prohibits it
CMake the turn only when a posted sign says a left turn on red is allowed
DMake the turn only between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m.

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B. Make the turn on red after a complete stop, unless a sign prohibits it

In Texas, a left turn on red is legal from a one-way street onto another one-way street, provided you make a complete stop, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and no sign prohibits the turn. Right turns on red are similarly permitted unless restricted by signage.

Unless another limit applies, what is Texas's default lawful speed on a highway numbered by Texas or the United States outside an urban district?

A75 mph
B80 mph
C70 mph
D65 mph

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C. 70 mph

Texas Transportation Code Section 545.352 sets 70 mph as the default lawful speed on a highway numbered by Texas or the United States outside an urban district, unless a special hazard requires a slower speed or another authorized limit applies. Always obey the posted limit.

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What’s covered

Topics on the Texas test

Counts are from the full Texas question bank in the app.

Road Rules & Regulations187 questions

Safe Driving Practices179 questions

Alcohol & Drugs114 questions

Speed Limits113 questions

Parking & Emergencies113 questions

Vehicle & License Requirements100 questions

Traffic Signs & Signals90 questions

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Texas test FAQ

How many questions are on the Texas knowledge test?

30 questions. You need 21 correct answers (70%) to pass. Confirm the current format with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) before your test, because it can change.

Are these the real Texas DMV test questions?

No. They are practice questions written from the Texas driver handbook and cover the same topics, but they are not the official questions. USA DMV is not affiliated with any Texas agency.

How should I study?

Take the readiness check first to see your level. Read the handbook sections for the topics you missed, then take both free practice tests and read every explanation you got wrong. When you pass them comfortably, rehearse with a full-length timed exam in the app.

Who issues driver licenses in Texas?

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) gives the knowledge test and issues driver licenses. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) handles vehicle titles and registration.

How old do you have to be for a Texas learner license?

You can apply for a learner license from age 15, after starting a state-approved driver education course. Check the Texas DPS website for the current requirements.

Not a government website. USA DMV (usadmv.app) is an independent study resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by any state DMV, the Texas Department of Public Safety or any other government agency. Practice questions are written to reflect official driver handbooks but are not the official test questions. Always confirm current requirements with your state’s licensing agency.

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