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

The Colorado DMV does not publish the number of questions; the test is commonly reported as 25 questions with 20 correct (80%) to pass, and our practice tests use that format.

The Colorado DMV does not publish a pass mark for the Colorado driving knowledge test. It is commonly reported as 20 of 25 (80%), and our practice tests use that mark.

You need 20 of 25 (80%) to pass, so in the commonly reported 25-question format you can get at most 5 wrong. The best preparation is to study the official Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337) (revised 12/05/24) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.

$20 — REAL ID instruction permit, per the Colorado DMV.

Yes. This site has 2 free Colorado driving knowledge test practice tests for 2026, each with 25 questions and the commonly reported pass mark of 20 of 25 (80%), plus a free road-sign quiz.

The Colorado DMV does not publish a time limit for the Colorado driving knowledge test.

HB24-1021 page: 'You may only take two tests per day.' @Home FAQ: 'You can take it as many times as needed, but only twice in one day.' Each retest costs $11.50. Handbook: written tests are not given within 30 minutes of an office's scheduled closing time. No attempt cap: 'as many times as needed, but only twice in one day' (@Home). 'If you failed the written permit test before passing, you will be required to pay an additional state fee for each retest' ($11.50). Permit 'valid for three years or until your 21st birthday, whichever comes first'; under 18 must hold it 12 months.

The minimum age is 15, per the Colorado DMV.

Permits page / Adult Permit FAQ: documents proving 'who you are, your lawful status ..., your date of birth, your social security number (when applicable), and your Colorado address' plus name-change documents; two proofs of Colorado address dated within the last year (minors may use a parent or guardian's); Affidavit of Liability for minors; pre-registration online; proof of passing if the test was taken online or at a third-party school; vision exam. Driver education by age: '15 years to 15 years and 6 months: Complete a 30-hour driver education course'; '15 years and 6 months to 16 years: Complete either a 4-hour driver awareness program OR a 30-hour driver education course'; none required at 16-17. From January 1, 2027 (HB24-1021) ages 15-17 need the 30-hour course and ages 18-20 the course or a 4-hour program.

The official Colorado Driver Handbook (DR 2337) (revised 12/05/24). You can read it on the official site.