Arizona permit test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost
Arizona permit test questions, answered with facts from ADOT MVD.
The Arizona Permit Test (written knowledge test for the Class G instruction permit) has 30 questions; you need 80% to pass, per ADOT MVD; questions come from the official Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide (form 99-0117) (revised September 2026).
Practice format (official): Our practice tests use the official format — 30 questions, 24 of 30 (80%) to pass, untimed.
The Arizona permit test in brief
How many questions are on the Arizona permit test?
The Arizona permit test has 30 questions, per ADOT MVD.
What is the pass mark for the Arizona permit test?
You need 80% to pass, per ADOT MVD.
Is the Arizona permit test hard?
You need 24 of 30 (80%) to pass, so in the official 30-question format you can get at most 6 wrong. The best preparation is to study the official Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide (form 99-0117) (revised September 2026) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.
How much does the Arizona permit test cost?
$7 — Permit Test @ Home application fee, per ADOT MVD.
Is there a free Arizona DMV practice test for 2026?
Yes. This site has 2 free Arizona permit test practice tests for 2026, each with 30 questions and the official pass mark of 24 of 30 (80%), plus a free road-sign quiz.
Time limit, retakes, age and ID
How long is the Arizona permit test?
ADOT MVD does not publish a time limit for the Arizona permit test.
Can I retake the Arizona permit test if I fail?
ADOT's written-and-verbal-tests page (azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/written-and-verbal-tests; its indexed text, Oct 2026: applicants 'are required to wait until the next business day to retake any tests'; the page returned 'Access denied' to the owner's browser on 14 Oct 2026) and the MVD Driver License FAQ (11 Sep 2014): after a first failure you 'can return to MVD or an MVD Authorized Third Party office to retake the written test on the following business day.' A December 2014 ADOT release extended the wait to seven days; the current page text says next business day, so that is the figure shown. The FAQ adds that the written test can be taken up to three times without paying another application fee. MVD Driver License FAQ (dated September 11, 2014): 'An applicant can take the written test up to three times without paying another application fee.' Permit Test @ Home: three attempts within 12 months (excerpt; not on the permit-test page).
How old do you have to be to take the Arizona permit test?
The minimum age is 15½, per ADOT MVD.
What do I need to bring to the Arizona permit test?
Pass the vision test and have your photo taken in an MVD office; bring a completed application and the original supporting documents (specific list not read). Under 18: a parent or guardian signs the application, or a signed notarized application is needed if no approver is available. Permit Test @ Home needs an AZ MVD Now account held by the parent or legal guardian.
Which handbook is the Arizona permit test based on?
The official Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide (form 99-0117) (revised September 2026). You can read it on the official site.
Official source: Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD). Handbook: Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide (form 99-0117).
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Last updated October 14, 2026.