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Maryland DMV Practice Test 2026

425 practice questions built from the 2024-2025 Maryland Driver's Manual, with an explanation on every answer.

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425 practice questions to help you master the Maryland DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation

Maryland requirement to pass

25 questions on the real test, 88% passing score (22 of 25), 20 minutes

Last verified August 2026 · Maryland Driver's Manual

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Complete practice runs to test your knowledge. Runs 1-2 are free.

Maryland Test 1: Rules of the Road

Right-of-way, turns, intersections, passing, lane changes

25 questions~45 min
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Maryland Test 2: Road Signs & Signals

Regulatory signs, warning signs, traffic signals, road markings

25 questions~45 min
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Maryland Test 3: Laws, Safety & Impairment

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DUI/DWI, distracted driving, vehicle safety, general knowledge

25 questions~45 min

Maryland Test 4: Defensive & Safe Driving

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Defensive driving, adverse weather, sharing the road, safety

25 questions~45 min

About the Maryland DMV Test

Maryland's written knowledge test is administered by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and is required for anyone applying for a learner's permit or first driver's license. The test has 25 multiple-choice questions drawn from the Maryland Driver's Manual, and you need at least 22 correct answers (88%) to pass.

Where and How to Take It

In-person at any Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) branch office. Walk-ins are generally accepted, though booking ahead can shorten your wait. The written test is available in 17 languages, including English, Spanish, American Sign Language, Amharic.

What to Bring

Plan to bring the documents the MVA requires: Proof of identity (birth certificate or passport); Social Security card; 2 proofs of Maryland residency; Parental consent (if under 18); Proof of driver education enrollment (if under 18).

On Test Day

You have 20 minutes to complete it. Your results are shown immediately on screen.

If You Don't Pass

You can retest the next business day after one failed knowledge test, if an appointment is available. After 2 or more failures you must wait at least 7 calendar days, for both noncommercial and commercial knowledge tests. The behind-the-wheel skills test has its own rule: at least 1 business day. There is no MVA knowledge-test fee, but a CDL skills retest costs $20. MVA publishes no limit on attempts.

Minimum Age and Eligibility

You must be at least 15¾ years old to take the Maryland knowledge test. Applicants under 18 must have parental consent and be enrolled in a Maryland-approved driver education course.

After You Pass

A learner's permit allows supervised driving with a licensed driver 21+ in the front seat. You must hold permit for at least 9 months and log 60 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) before taking the skills test.

How hard is Maryland's test, really?

1st hardest of 51.

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What is the minimum age to obtain a learner's permit in Maryland?

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Helpful guides

→How to Pass Your DMV Written Test on the First Try→The 25 Most Missed DMV Test Questions→What to Bring to the DMV for Your Permit Test

Frequently Asked Questions

The Maryland knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions. You need to answer at least 22 correctly (88%) to pass - one of the highest passing thresholds in the country. You have 20 minutes to complete the test.
You need a score of 88% to pass, meaning at least 22 out of 25 questions correct. You can only miss 3 questions. This is significantly higher than most states, which require 80%.
Maryland's MVA does not publish a limit on the number of attempts. The wait between knowledge test attempts escalates: 1 day after the first failure, rising to 7 days. There is no charge to retest.
The wait between knowledge test attempts escalates: 1 day after the first failure, rising to 7 days. There is no charge to retest. Study the Maryland Driver's Manual and focus on the areas where you missed questions.
The Maryland knowledge test is completely free - there is no MVA fee for taking or retaking the test. You will pay fees later when your learner's permit or license is issued.

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