Ontario G1 test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost

Ontario G1 test questions, answered with facts from DriveTest.

You need 80% to pass the Ontario G1 knowledge test, per DriveTest; it has a signs section and a rules of the road section, and questions come from the Official MTO Driver's Handbook (online edition on ontario.ca).

Practice format (commonly reported): DriveTest does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 40 questions (20 road signs + 20 rules of the road, 16 correct in each section), and our practice tests use that format.

The Ontario G1 knowledge test in brief

How many questions are on the Ontario G1 test?

DriveTest does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 40 questions (20 road signs + 20 rules of the road, 16 correct in each section), and our practice tests use that format.

What is the pass mark for the Ontario G1 test?

You need 80% to pass, per DriveTest. Our practice tests mark 16 of 20 in each section, the commonly reported format.

Is the Ontario G1 test hard?

You need 16 of 20 in each section to pass, so in the commonly reported 40-question format you can get at most 8 wrong overall, and each section has its own mark. The best preparation is to study the Official MTO Driver's Handbook (online edition on ontario.ca) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.

How much does the Ontario G1 test cost?

$159.75 for the Class G1 licence package (knowledge test, Class G2 road test and five-year licence); each extra knowledge-test attempt is CAD 16.00, per DriveTest.

Is there a free Ontario G1 practice test for 2026?

Yes. This site has 2 free Ontario G1 knowledge test practice tests for 2026, each with 40 questions and the commonly reported pass mark of 16 of 20 in each section, plus a free road-sign quiz.

Time limit, retakes, age and ID

How long is the Ontario G1 test?

DriveTest does not publish a time limit for the Ontario G1 knowledge test.

Can I retake the Ontario G1 test if I fail?

No waiting period stated: 'If you are unsuccessful, you can pay the fee and try again.' Results are valid for one year; a retake within a year only repeats the sections that did not meet MTO standards. Anyone removed for cheating must wait until the following day. Unlimited: 'Applicants can take the knowledge and road tests as many times as they need to pass.' CAD 16.00 per extra attempt.

How old do you have to be to take the Ontario G1 test?

The minimum age is 16, per DriveTest.

What do I need to bring to the Ontario G1 test?

Original, valid ID showing legal name and full date of birth (e.g. passport, citizenship card, PR card, immigration documents; full list at drivetest.ca/licences/acceptable-id-documents/). Must be an Ontario resident; from May 11, 2026 applicants declare Ontario is their primary residence and that their presence in Canada is legal. Vision test at application.

Which handbook is the Ontario G1 test based on?

The Official MTO Driver's Handbook (online edition on ontario.ca). You can read it on the official site.

Official source: Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO); tests delivered by DriveTest (Serco Canada Inc.). Handbook: Official MTO Driver's Handbook.

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Last updated October 13, 2026.

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