NSW DKT FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost
NSW DKT questions, answered with facts from Transport for NSW.
The NSW Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) has a general knowledge section and a road safety section, per Transport for NSW; questions come from the official Road User Handbook (no edition number published).
Practice format (commonly reported): Transport for NSW does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 45 questions (15 general knowledge + 30 road safety, 41 correct in total: at least 12 general knowledge and 29 road safety), and our practice tests use that format. The 41-of-45 split (12 of 15 general knowledge, 29 of 30 road safety) is published officially only for the motorcycle Rider Knowledge Test; it is used here as the commonly reported car-test format.
The NSW Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) in brief
How many questions are on the NSW DKT?
Transport for NSW does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 45 questions (15 general knowledge + 30 road safety, 41 correct in total: at least 12 general knowledge and 29 road safety), and our practice tests use that format. The 41-of-45 split (12 of 15 general knowledge, 29 of 30 road safety) is published officially only for the motorcycle Rider Knowledge Test; it is used here as the commonly reported car-test format.
What is the pass mark for the NSW DKT?
Transport for NSW does not publish a pass mark for the NSW Driver Knowledge Test (DKT). It is commonly reported as 41 of 45 (12 of 15 general knowledge and 29 of 30 road safety), and our practice tests use that mark.
Is the NSW DKT hard?
You need 41 of 45 (12 of 15 general knowledge and 29 of 30 road safety) to pass, so in the commonly reported 45-question format you can get at most 4 wrong overall, and each section has its own mark. The best preparation is to study the official Road User Handbook (no edition number published) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.
How much does the NSW DKT cost?
$58 for each in-person attempt (DKT online: $58 once for unlimited attempts); the $32 learner licence fee is separate, per Transport for NSW.
Is there a free NSW DKT practice test for 2026?
Yes. This site has 2 free NSW Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) practice tests for 2026, each with 45 questions and the commonly reported pass mark of 41 of 45 (12 of 15 general knowledge and 29 of 30 road safety), plus a free road-sign quiz.
Time limit, retakes, age and ID
How long is the NSW DKT?
Transport for NSW does not publish a time limit for the NSW Driver Knowledge Test (DKT).
Can I retake the NSW DKT if I fail?
In-person: can re-sit the same day if another booking is available; pay each time. Online: unlimited attempts; the official video says the test can be retaken 'in 12 hours' while the page says 'as many times as it takes' (no wait stated in text). Online: one fee, unlimited attempts, 12 months' course access. In-person: fee per attempt.
How old do you have to be to take the NSW DKT?
The minimum age is 16, per Transport for NSW.
What do I need to bring to the NSW DKT?
Proof of identity documents (an Australian identity document to enrol in DKT online, or prove identity in person at a service centre); Licence Application Form 1001 for in-person; eyesight test; must live in NSW and be medically fit to drive.
Which handbook is the NSW DKT based on?
The official Road User Handbook (no edition number published). You can read it on the official site.
Official source: Transport for NSW; delivered by Service NSW. Handbook: Road User Handbook.
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Last updated 13 October 2026.