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Kentucky DMV Practice Test 2026

Practice the exact format Kentucky uses until test day feels routine. Every question cites the Kentucky Driver Manual.

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410 practice questions to help you master the Kentucky DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation

Kentucky requirement to pass

40 questions on the real test, 80% passing score (32 of 40), time limit not published

Last verified August 2026 · Kentucky Driver Manual

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Practice Runs

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

Kentucky Test 1: Rules of the Road

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

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

Regulatory signs, warning signs, traffic signals, road markings

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

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

25 questions~45 min

Kentucky Test 4: Defensive & Safe Driving

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Defensive driving, adverse weather, sharing the road, safety

25 questions~45 min

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How hard is Kentucky's test, really?

12th hardest of 51.

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How many hours of supervised driving practice must a Kentucky permit holder complete before advancing to an intermediate license?

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When approaching a school zone during school hours, the maximum speed limit in Kentucky is:

A15 mph
B20 mph
C25 mph
D30 mph

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40-question test that mirrors the real Kentucky DMV exam. 80% to pass.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Kentucky written test has 40 multiple-choice questions. You need at least 32 correct (80%) to pass. Questions are drawn from the driver manual.
You need 80% - at least 32 out of 40 questions correct. You can miss up to 8 questions and still pass.
Kentucky's KYTC / KSP does not publish a limit on the number of attempts. You must wait 1 day before retaking the knowledge test.
The instruction permit costs approximately $12. A REAL ID license costs $48 for 8 years or $24 for 4 years. A standard license is $43 for 8 years.
Proof of identity, Social Security number, proof of Kentucky residency. Under 18 need parental consent. You'll also need to pass a vision screening.

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