Arkansas CDL Practice Test 2026
Practice the exact format Arkansas uses until test day feels routine. Every question cites the Arkansas Commercial Driver License Manual.
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9 CDL test sections - 31-109 questions each. Pick a section to start a focused practice test or drill - each one mirrors a real Arkansas CDL exam section.
Arkansas requirement to pass
50 questions on the real test, 80% passing score (40 of 50), time limit not published
Last verified July 2026 · Arkansas Commercial Driver License Manual
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Arkansas CDL test sections
The Arkansas CDL exam is made up of a general knowledge test plus separate endorsement and section tests. Pick a section to start a focused practice test or drill.
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Arkansas CDL Test 1: General Knowledge
Safe driving techniques, vehicle systems, cargo basics, hours of service
Arkansas CDL Test 2: Air Brakes & Pre-Trip
Air brake systems, inspection procedures, stopping distances, pre-trip checklist
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ProAbout the Arkansas CDL Knowledge Test
To obtain a Commercial Driver's License in Arkansas, you must first pass the CDL general knowledge written test administered by the DFA. The general knowledge exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions covering vehicle inspection, basic control, safe driving, transporting cargo, and federal regulations. A score of 80% or higher (40 correct) is required to pass.
CDL Classes and Endorsements
Arkansas issues three CDL classes. Class A covers combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR when the towed unit exceeds 10,000 lbs - this is what you need for tractor-trailers and most heavy hauling. Class B covers single vehicles over 26,001 lbs such as straight trucks, large buses, and dump trucks. Class C covers vehicles designed for 16+ passengers or those carrying hazardous materials that don't meet Class A or B criteria.
Beyond the general knowledge test, you may need additional written tests for endorsements: Hazardous Materials (H), Tanker (N), Passenger (P), School Bus (S), Doubles/Triples (T), or the combined HazMat-Tanker (X). Each endorsement requires its own written exam, and HazMat also requires a TSA background check.
Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)
Since February 2022, federal law requires Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) through an FMCSA-registered training provider before you can take the CDL skills test for a Class A or B CDL. ELDT is also required before adding Hazardous Materials, Passenger, or School Bus endorsements. This applies in Arkansas and every other state.
Where to Take the Test
The CDL knowledge test is taken at any Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) Revenue Office. Walk-ins are typically accepted, though scheduling ahead is recommended. The test is available in English, Spanish. Results are delivered immediately - results shown on screen.
Preparing for Your CDL Test
The CDL test draws from the Arkansas CDL Manual and the federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Key topics include pre-trip vehicle inspection procedures, air brake systems, coupling and uncoupling, cargo securement, hours-of-service rules, hazard perception, and accident procedures. Arkansas-specific regulations on weight limits, required permits, and designated truck routes may also appear.
Taking practice tests before your appointment is one of the most effective ways to prepare. Focus on understanding road signs and the concepts behind each question rather than memorizing answers - the real test may phrase questions differently than what you studied.
Retake Policy
If you fail the non-commercial knowledge exam, you must wait 5 days before rescheduling: the day you failed does not count, and you cannot return on the 5th day. Each written exam costs $5, including retakes. Arkansas does not publish a limit on attempts, and it publishes no CDL knowledge-test retake wait.
How hard is Arkansas's CDL test, really?
13th easiest of 51.
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