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

The Pennsylvania knowledge test has 18 questions (traffic signs, Pennsylvania's driving laws and safe driving practices), per PennDOT.

You need 15 of 18 to pass, per PennDOT.

You need 15 of 18 (83%) to pass, so in the official 18-question format you can get at most 3 wrong. The best preparation is to study the official Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) (PUB 95 English Version) and take practice tests until you pass them comfortably.

$45.50 — Initial Permit and Four-Year License, per PennDOT.

Yes. This site has 2 free Pennsylvania knowledge test practice tests for 2026, each with 18 questions and the official pass mark of 15 of 18 (83%), plus a free road-sign quiz.

PennDOT does not publish a time limit for the Pennsylvania knowledge test.

'If you fail the knowledge test, you will be permitted to retake the test the following business day.' 'You may take the Knowledge Test only one time on any day regardless of test location.' No knowledge-test attempt cap stated; failed applicants keep their DL-180/DL-180TD and bring them back. The permit application is valid one year from the physical exam date.

The minimum age is 16, per PennDOT.

Non-Commercial Learner's Permit Application (DL-180) with the physical exam section completed by a health care provider (no earlier than six months before the 16th birthday); under 18: Parent or Guardian Consent Form (DL-180TD), parent present or notarized; original proof of date of birth and identity (e.g. birth certificate or passport); signed Social Security card; 18+: two proofs of residency. Vision tested at the Driver License Center if not done by the provider.

The official Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) (PUB 95 English Version). You can read it on the official site.