Free New York Driver Knowledge Test Practice
Prepare for the New York DMV written test with questions about road signs, right-of-way rules, and New York’s updated GDL requirements.
Choose from the different types of DMV knowledge practice test below along with links to PDF downloads for the New York driver handbook. All tests use a random sampling of all the questions in our database – there
will never be two tests exactly the same.
Limited time? Try this refresher, choosing 10 questions from our vast database.
Key New York Test Information
We have pulled out some important highlights of information related to the New York state tests. But this list is not exhaustive. Please review the driver’s handbook for details on New York state laws and for how to prepare
for your written and practical driving tests.
Identification requirements
Applicants must present acceptable documents establishing your identity/birthdate, residency, and provide your Social Security Number (SSN), if eligible. Documents must be original or certified copies. Applicants must not provide photocopies or self-laminated documents.
Age Requirements
Young driver licensing rules in New York State (NY) under the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program:
- Learner’s Permit: Available at age 16.
- Junior Driver License (intermediate stage): After holding the learner’s permit for at least 6 months and completing required supervised driving (50 hours including 15 hours in moderate-to-heavy traffic) or driver education.
- During the junior license stage (under age 18): Driving is restricted — for example, in most of upstate NY you may only drive unsupervised from 5 a.m.–9 p.m., and between 9 p.m.–5 a.m. only for school or work purposes; you may carry no more than one passenger under 21 unless supervised by a qualified adult.
- Full, unrestricted license: At age 18, or at age 17 if you’ve completed an approved driver-education course and submit the certificate.
Knowledge Test
The test contains questions on traffic laws, road signs and rules of safe driving. All questions are based on the materials found in a driver’s handbook.
New York‘s knowledge test consists of 20 questions of which 14 must be answered correctly to receive a passing grade.
Vision Requirements
Any applicants requiring corrective lenses must wear them whilst taking the test. If the applicant fails the vision examination and it is determined that lenses are needed then the applicant will be required to wear them whilst driving.