Georgia permit test FAQ 2026: how many questions, pass mark, cost
Georgia permit test questions, answered with facts from Georgia DDS.
The Georgia Knowledge Exam (Road Rules Test and Road Signs Test) has 40 questions (20 road signs + 20 road rules); you need 15 of 20 in each part to pass, per Georgia DDS; questions come from the official DDS Drivers' Manual (2023-2024 edition).
Practice format (official): Our practice tests use the official format — 40 questions (20 road signs + 20 road rules), 15 of 20 in each section to pass, untimed.
The Georgia knowledge exam in brief
How many questions are on the Georgia permit test?
The Georgia knowledge exam has 40 questions (20 road signs + 20 road rules), per Georgia DDS.
What is the pass mark for the Georgia permit test?
You need 15 of 20 in each part to pass, per Georgia DDS.
Is the Georgia permit test hard?
You need 15 of 20 in each section to pass, so in the official 40-question format you can get at most 10 wrong overall, and each section has its own mark. The best preparation is to study the official DDS Drivers' Manual (2023-2024 edition) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.
How much does the Georgia permit test cost?
$10 Class CP learner’s permit fee, paid before every testing attempt, per Georgia DDS.
Is there a free Georgia permit practice test for 2026?
Yes. This site has 2 free Georgia knowledge exam practice tests for 2026, each with 40 questions and the official pass mark of 15 of 20 in each section, plus a free road-sign quiz.
Time limit, retakes, age and ID
How long is the Georgia permit test?
Georgia DDS does not publish a time limit for the Georgia knowledge exam.
Can I retake the Georgia permit test if I fail?
Wait 1 day after a failed Knowledge Exam; after a second failure, wait 7 days. All retests require an appointment and payment of the permit fee. No attempt cap stated; permit fee charged for each attempt.
How old do you have to be to take the Georgia permit test?
The minimum age is 15, per Georgia DDS.
What do I need to bring to the Georgia permit test?
Proof of identity (e.g. US birth certificate or passport), Social Security number verification, two proofs of Georgia residency, name-change documents if needed; under 18: proof of school enrollment. Documents must be in English. Vision exam at the Customer Service Center.
Which handbook is the Georgia permit test based on?
The official DDS Drivers' Manual (2023-2024 edition). You can read it on the official site.
Official source: Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS). Handbook: DDS Drivers' Manual.
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Last updated October 13, 2026.