Texas DMV Practice Test 2026

Free Texas DMV practice test with 85+ real questions and detailed explanations. The Texas DPS written exam has 30 questions — pass with 70%. Updated for 2026.

85+ Practice Questions
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🎯 70% Passing Score
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Non-Commercial (Class D) CDL (Commercial)
30
Questions on Exam
70%
Passing Score
21
Correct Answers Needed
$16
Permit Fee
15
Minimum Age
ℹ️ Texas only requires 70% to pass — one of the most lenient passing thresholds in the country.

What's on the Texas DMV Test?

The Texas DPS written knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You need to score 70% or higher (21 of 30 correct) to pass and receive your learner's permit. The minimum age to apply is 15 years, and the permit fee is $16. Texas only requires 70% to pass — one of the most lenient passing thresholds in the country.

The Texas DPS knowledge exam tests your understanding of Texas traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. DriveAce covers every topic you'll encounter on test day.

🚦 Road Signs & Signals

Stop signs, yield signs, warning signs, traffic signals, and regulatory signs tested on the Texas DMV exam.

🔄 Right-of-Way Rules

Intersections, roundabouts, pedestrians, emergency vehicles, and school buses — all covered in Texas traffic law.

⚡ Speed Limits

Residential, highway, school zones, and construction zones as defined by Texas law.

🚫 DUI/DWI Laws

BAC limits, implied consent, penalties, and zero-tolerance policies specific to Texas.

🅿️ Parking Rules

Hydrant distances, hill parking, handicap spaces, and no-parking zones under Texas regulations.

❄️ Safe Driving

Following distance, winter driving, night driving, and emergency procedures tested by the Texas DPS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Texas DMV written test?

The Texas DPS knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You need to answer 21 correctly (70%) to pass. DriveAce provides 85+ practice questions that mirror the real exam topics and format.

What is the passing score for the Texas permit test?

You need to score 70% to pass the Texas DMV written test. That means answering at least 21 out of 30 questions correctly. If you fail, you can retake the test after a waiting period set by the Texas DPS.

Is the Texas DMV practice test free on DriveAce?

Yes — DriveAce offers 20 free practice questions for Texas. These cover the same topics as the real Texas DPS exam: road signs, right-of-way rules, speed limits, and Texas-specific traffic laws. Full access to all 85+ questions is available for a one-time $19.99 fee.

What topics does the Texas driving test cover?

The Texas DPS knowledge test covers road signs and signals, right-of-way rules, speed limits (residential, highway, school zones), parking regulations, DUI/DWI laws (BAC limits, implied consent), and Texas-specific traffic laws. DriveAce organizes practice questions by topic so you can focus on your weak areas.

How old do you have to be to take the Texas DMV permit test?

You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner's permit in Texas. The permit fee is $16. After passing the written test, you'll receive your learner's permit and can begin supervised driving practice.

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