New York Permit Practice Test: Getting Your License (2026)

Question 1 of 20

What is the minimum age to drive in New York State, even with an out-of-state license?

1. 16
2. 15
3. 17

Question 2 of 20

You move to New York permanently. How soon must you get a New York license?

1. Within 90 days
2. Within 30 days
3. Within one year

Question 3 of 20

What license class is the junior operator license, and what is its minimum age?

1. Class D, age 16
2. Class E, age 17
3. Class DJ, age 16

Question 4 of 20

At what age can you get a regular Class D license in New York?

1. 18, or 17 with a driver education certificate
2. 16
3. 21

Question 5 of 20

How do you pass the New York written test?

1. At least 16 of 20
2. At least 14 of 20 correct, including two of the four road sign questions
3. At least 30 of 40

Question 6 of 20

What vision do you need to pass the New York vision test?

1. 20/20 in both eyes
2. 20/100 in one eye
3. 20/40 in at least one eye, with or without lenses

Question 7 of 20

Who may supervise a driver with a New York learner permit?

1. A licensed driver 21 or older, valid for that vehicle, in the front seat
2. Any licensed driver 18 or older
3. Any adult in the back seat

Question 8 of 20

With a junior learner permit in New York City, when may you not drive at all?

1. Between midnight and 6 a.m.
2. Between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
3. Never; there are no limits

Question 9 of 20

With a junior permit, how many passengers under 21 who are not immediate family may ride with you (unless your supervisor is a parent or instructor)?

1. Up to three
2. None
3. No more than one

Question 10 of 20

With a junior permit, who may ride in the front seat?

1. Only the supervising driver
2. Any passenger with a seat belt
3. Any adult

Question 11 of 20

How much supervised practice must a junior driver certify before the road test?

1. 30 hours, 5 at night
2. At least 50 hours, 15 after sunset
3. 100 hours, 20 at night

Question 12 of 20

What course must most drivers complete before scheduling the road test?

1. A 30-hour classroom course
2. A first aid course
3. An approved 5-hour pre-licensing course (or driver education)

Question 13 of 20

How long must a junior permit be held before the road test?

1. At least six months
2. At least three months
3. At least one year

Question 14 of 20

How soon must you tell the New York DMV about a change of address?

1. Within 30 days
2. Within 10 days
3. At renewal

Question 15 of 20

A new driver aged 18 or older passes the road test. How long is the probation period?

1. One year
2. Two years
3. Six months

Question 16 of 20

A junior driver is convicted of texting while driving. What happens?

1. A 120-day suspension
2. A warning
3. Two points only

Question 17 of 20

How many points within 18 months lead to a license suspension in New York?

1. 6 or more
2. 11 or more
3. 20 or more

Question 18 of 20

What can a DMV-approved accident prevention course do for you?

1. Erase all points
2. Replace the road test
3. Reduce up to four points and save up to 10% on insurance

Question 19 of 20

How many points does New York assign for speeding 11 to 20 mph over the limit?

1. Four
2. Two
3. Eleven

Question 20 of 20

What can happen if you drive while your license is suspended or revoked?

1. A warning
2. Mandatory fines of $200 to $5,000, possible jail and vehicle seizure
3. A $25 fine