New Jersey Driver's Handbook, Section 2: The Knowledge, Vision and Road Tests
What the knowledge test, vision screening and road test include, and what your car needs to be accepted for the road test.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. New Jersey Driver Manual
Key rules
- The knowledge test has 50 questions and is offered in Spanish and many other languages. p. 30
- You need 80 percent to pass: 40 of the 50 questions. p. 31
- Basic license applicants need 20/50 vision, with or without lenses. p. 31
- Bring 6 points of ID, your validated permit, valid inspection, registration and insurance, GDL decals and a licensed driver. p. 34
- The road test includes backing about 100 feet straight, parallel parking and a three-point turn. p. 36