Free North Carolina Driver Knowledge Test Practice
Study for the North Carolina DMV permit exam with quizzes covering road signs, traffic laws, and safe-driving guidelines.
Choose from the different types of DMV knowledge practice test below along with links to PDF downloads for the North Carolina 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 North Carolina Test Information
We have pulled out some important highlights of information related to the North Carolina state tests. But this list is not exhaustive. Please review the driver’s handbook for details on North Carolina 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
Teens can get a Level 1 Limited Learner Permit at age 15 after completing driver education and obtaining a Driving Eligibility Certificate.
After holding that permit (minimum 9 months) and logging supervised practice (about 60 hours including nighttime) they may move to a Level 2 Limited Provisional License at age 16. Night-driving restriction of 9 p.m.–5 a.m. applies and no more than one non-household passenger under 21 in some cases.
After completing Level 2 (minimum 6 months with no violations and additional logged practice) they can obtain a Level 3 Full Provisional License and then a full unrestricted license at age 18.
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.
North Carolina‘s knowledge test consists of 25 questions of which 20 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.