Free Tennessee DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Free Tennessee DMV practice questions for the written test, built from the Tennessee Driver License Manual. Work through traffic signs, right-of-way, speed limits and state-specific rules, with an explanation on every answer and a readiness score before you test with the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
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How we help you prepare
590 practice questions to help you master the Tennessee DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation
Tennessee requirement to pass
30 questions on the real test, 80% passing score (24 of 30), time limit not published
Verified November 2026 by our editorial team from Tennessee Driver License Manual. Rules change, so always confirm with the current official materials from the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security before your test.
Study by Category
Master each topic before your Tennessee written test. 4 categories are free to start.
Shape and color carry the meaning before you can read the words: an octagon is always stop, a yellow diamond always warns. Covers regulatory, warning, guide and work-zone signs, including the ones with no text at all.
Speed limits, parking and the everyday rules that carry points when broken. Covers the basic speed law, why a posted limit is a maximum rather than a target, and where you may never stop or park.
Signals, flashing lights, and the arrows that override them. Covers what a yellow light actually requires of you, when a red arrow forbids a turn a red ball would allow, and who has control when the lights go dark.
The paperwork side of driving legally. Covers licensing and insurance requirements, what to carry in the vehicle, and the steps to take after a collision.
Practice Runs
Complete practice runs to test your knowledge. Runs 1-2 are free.
Tennessee Test 1: All Topics, Set A
Includes alcohol drugs, vehicle emergencies, and large trucks, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Tennessee Test 2: All Topics, Set B
Includes warning signs, light truck towing, and pedestrians, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Tennessee Test 3: All Topics, Set C
ProIncludes following distance, light truck towing, and vehicle emergencies, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Tennessee Test 4: All Topics, Set D
ProIncludes warning signs, seatbelts child safety, and regulatory signs, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
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ProAbout the Tennessee DMV Test
Tennessee's knowledge test is administered by the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DOS) and is required for all first-time driver's license applicants. The test has 30 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections: road signs and signals, road rules, drugs and alcohol, and safe driving practices. You need at least 24 correct answers - an 80% passing score.
Where and How to Take It
The test can be taken in person at any Tennessee Driver Service Center on a computer terminal. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are available at select full-service locations and can help reduce wait times. Uniquely, Tennessee also offers at-home online testing for applicants ages 15-17 under parental supervision using the Tennessee Proctor ID App.
What to Bring
Bring proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency, two proofs of Tennessee residency, and your Social Security card. Applicants under 18 need parental consent and proof of school attendance. The Class PD permit fee is $10.50.
Test Day
After document verification and fee payment, you'll be directed to a computer terminal. The 30 questions cover four distinct sections, so you'll need a well-rounded knowledge of Tennessee driving laws. Results appear on screen immediately.
If You Don't Pass
You must wait 1 day before retaking the knowledge test. Each attempt costs $2. Study the Tennessee Driver License Manual and focus on the areas where you missed questions.
Tennessee-Specific Details
Tennessee is one of the few states offering at-home online knowledge testing, though this is limited to ages 15-17 under parental supervision. The state uses a graduated driver licensing (GDL) system with strict passenger and nighttime restrictions for drivers under 18. Tennessee also requires 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) before the road test for under-18 applicants.
Learner's Permit vs. Full License
After passing the written test, you receive a Class PD learner's permit. You must hold it for at least 180 days and complete supervised driving requirements before taking the road test. Drivers under 18 receive an intermediate restricted license before graduating to a full Class D license at age 18.
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Sample Flash Card
How long must a Tennessee learner's permit be held before applying for an intermediate license?
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Start PracticingWhen approaching a school zone during school hours, the maximum speed limit in Tennessee is:
Exam Simulator
30-question test that mirrors the real Tennessee DMV exam. 80% to pass.
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