Alabama permit test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost

ALEA does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 30 questions with 24 correct (80%) to pass, and our practice tests use that format.

ALEA does not publish a pass mark for the Alabama knowledge test. It is commonly reported as 24 of 30 (80%), and our practice tests use that mark.

You need 24 of 30 (80%) to pass, so in the commonly reported 30-question format you can get at most 6 wrong. The best preparation is to study the official Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.

$5 — Knowledge test fee (each test), per ALEA.

Yes. This site has 2 free Alabama knowledge test practice tests for 2026, each with 30 questions and the commonly reported pass mark of 24 of 30 (80%), plus a free road-sign quiz.

ALEA does not publish a time limit for the Alabama knowledge test.

No retake waiting period published. The manual charges 'The fee for each knowledge test is $5.00', i.e. each attempt is paid separately. No attempt limit published; each knowledge test attempt costs $5.00. The Learner License is valid for four years (manual: 'can be renewed once' for the 15-year-old learner license).

The minimum age is 15, per ALEA.

Learner License (age 15), Document Requirements and Fees page: 'U.S. birth certificate (certified and issued by the Bureau of Vital Statistics - NO PHOTOCOPIES)', 'Social Security card', 'Acceptable proof of school enrollment or graduation' (Form DL-1/93, certificate of graduation or GED) and '2 Proofs of Principal Residence'. Age 16+: two forms of identification (one with a photo, one from the primary list) or three non-photo forms, plus the Social Security card and school enrollment form if under 19. Vision screening at the test. Non-U.S. citizens: valid foreign passport with visa or resident alien card plus lawful-presence documents.

The official Alabama Driver Manual (November 2024). You can read it on the official site.